Senior Research Analyst

Initial Posting Date: 08/14/2026

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Now Hiring, Apply Today! Senior Research Analyst | Limited Duration

The mission of the Oregon Criminal Justice Commission (CJC) is to improve the legitimacy, efficiency, and effectiveness of Oregon’s state and local criminal justice systems by providing a centralized and impartial forum for statewide policy development and planning.

The CJC supports their mission through a diverse range of activities including research, data analysis, grant administration, and collaborative policy leadership. This creates a unique atmosphere of 35 professionals working to advance a future in Oregon where every aspect of the criminal justice system is equitable, efficient, and worthy of confidence.

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What You’ll Do

As a Senior Research Analyst with CJC you’ll identify, plan, lead and report on complex research projects related to ongoing and emerging issues in Oregon’s criminal and juvenile justice system. The types of projects designed and managed by this position include:

• Random control trials and quasi-experimental analyses examining the effectiveness of justice system interventions

• Analyses of racial, ethnic and other forms of disparities among individuals involved in the criminal and juvenile legal systems

• Resource allocation and cost-benefit analyses of justice system interventions

• Analyses of trends in criminal offending, involved youth, arrests, incarceration, and recidivism.

Review the full position duties, details, and working conditions here.

This Is What You Need to Qualify

• A Bachelor's Degree in any disciplines that included six-quarter units in statistics or quantitative analysis methods and procedures, and three years experience using computerized applications to independently gather, compile, and analyze data and prepare narrative or statistical reports. Two of the three years must have included coordinating complex research projects; OR

• Five years of research experience using computerized applications to independently gather, compile, and analyze data and prepare narrative or statistical reports. Two of the five years must have included coordinating complex research projects.

The ideal candidate will possess the following desired skills and attributes:

• Advanced educational background in economics, criminal justice, sociology, or related fields is desired.

• Extensive training in and knowledge of statistics, research methods, experimental and quasi-experimental design.

• Advanced technical experience in use of statistical software such as SAS, Stata, R, Tableau, and the use of other productivity software including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

• Demonstrated success and advanced knowledge of project management and project management principles for complex research projects.

• Skill in analyzing data using basic statistical techniques, gathering data from primary and secondary sources, and analyzing and interpreting data

• Experience writing effective analytic narratives to describe findings to a variety of audiences such as executive leadership, legislators, and other state agencies.

Benefits of Joining Our Team

We believe hiring highly skilled, diverse employees is key to cultivating positive results, well-informed outcomes, and value the unique skill set and perspective of all our team members. Additionally, the CJC campus is in the North Capitol Mall Heritage Park in three historic Salem houses. Natural light and a park outside your office door is a nice perk of working at CJC.

Our amazing benefits include:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, vision, and dental plans for you and your family. Additional benefits include term life insurance, short- and long-term disability, deferred compensation savings plans, and flexible spending accounts for health and childcare. Optional benefits including life insurance, disability, FSA, and more

• Generous Paid Time Off: 11 holidays, 3 personal business days, monthly sick leave and vacation leave that increases with years of service.

• Career Development: Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

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• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: You may qualify for the PSLF program.

• Hybrid Work Opportunity: This position supports a hybrid work schedule. You can expect to work in the office 1 day per week, with work arrangements periodically reviewed to ensure business needs are met.

How to Apply

• Click on the "Apply" link above to complete your online application and submit by the posted closing date and time. For step-by-step instructions click apply to work for the state or current state employee.

• Required Documents: cover letter and resume

• The work experience and/or education section of your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet all the minimum qualifications and desired skills and attributes listed above. Failing to attach required documents may result in disqualification of your application.

• The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.

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Additional Details

• This announcement is for one, full-time, Limited Duration – Fixed Term, Unrepresented, Senior Research Analyst (Research Analyst 4) position and may be used to fill future vacancies. This opportunity is limited duration and is expected to last until June 30, 2027 but may be extended or made permanent based on funding and agency need.

• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect an additional 6.95%.Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification, or you may visit our website for information on the job offer process following pay equity.

• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Applicants who require VISA sponsorship will not be considered at this time.

• Finalists will be subject to a computerized criminal history check. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.

• The successful candidate for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.

  • Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, there may be some felony convictions that could disqualify you for this position. However, having a felony record does not exclusively restrict you from being considered as an applicant.

  • CJIS clearance is done at the conditional job offer .

• Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. For more information, please visit Veterans Resources. Be sure to submit your documentation prior to the close date of this posting in order to have the preference considered.

• If you need an application in an alternate format in order to complete the process or for accommodation requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), you may contact the Recruiter, Nancy Karnas at: View email address on us.fitly.work | View phone number on us.fitly.work.

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Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EDI&B) is embedded in the Criminal Justice Commission core values. The agency strives to be a model employer committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Ensuring legal compliance, efficiency, and exceeding expectations to deliver the best public services. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics