HRC is Adding a New Research Director - Applicants Welcome!

The Humane Research Council (HRC) is currently seeking an experienced research project manager, analyst, and writer to work for our organization as our newly appointed Research Director. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience with both analytical research and animal protection issues.

RESEARCH DIRECTOR

About HRC

The Humane Research Council (HRC) is the only organization in the world dedicated to using marketing and consumer research for animal and environmental protection. HRC is a non-profit organization dedicated to maximizing the efforts of these social justice organizations by providing cost-effective and highly relevant research services.

HRC was formed in 2000 by a small group of research professionals more interested in animal and environmental issues than marketing consumer products. Since then, we have become a major resource for advocates with our free and low-cost consulting services, reports, presentations, and other resources, including many tools for smaller groups and individuals.

Description

The Humane Research Council (HRC) is currently seeking an experienced research project manager, analyst, and writer to work for our organization as our newly appointed Research Director. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience with both analytical research and animal protection issues (see qualifications below).

The Research Director position will support HRC's broader mission to reduce animal suffering and environmental devastation by taking a leadership role on client projects and independent studies, as well as assisting with routine organization tasks and HRC’s internal development. Following an orientation period, the Research Director will have sole responsibility for ongoing research and writing tasks in support of client projects.

The Research Director position requires a commitment of at least 20 hours per week, on average. We are willing to work with the right candidate to determine a mutually agreeable work schedule and we expect the position to increase to full-time eventually. HRC is based in Olympia, Washington, but we will consider candidates in any location presuming that they have full-time and exclusive access to internet and telephone services.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Executive Director with project management and general research planning.
• Draft, edit, and proofread research reports, proposals, and related content.
• Draft, edit, and proofread HRC newsletters and potentially client publications.
• Design surveys and analyze quantitative results using statistical methods.
• Design discussion guides and analyze qualitative results using interpretive methods.
• Assist with data collection including personally conducting interviews and focus groups.
• Help update and maintain HRC's research database and online report library.
• Collect secondary data on public behavior and opinion regarding animal issues.
• Assist with administrative responsibilities as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in the social sciences, communications, or a related field.
• Quantitative and qualitative research design and analysis capabilities.
• Strong written (written reports, blogs, newsletters, etc.) and verbal communication skills.
• At least two years of project management experience (research-related preferred).
• High proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and internet-based research and communications.
• Experience with statistical software (i.e., SPSS, SAS, etc.) and familiarity with HTML preferred.
• Ability to work independently while functioning effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and maintain attention to detail while also being highly productive in a part-time work environment.

Salary depends on qualifications. HRC is an equal opportunity employer.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please email your cover letter, resume, and a sample of your writing (PDFs preferred, Word or text files accepted) to info@humaneresearch.org. Please include the job title "Research Director Position" in the email subject line.

Note: The initial deadline for applications is February 28, 2010.