Research Data Coordinator

The Innocence Project works to free the innocent, prevent wrongful convictions, and create fair, compassionate, and equitable systems of justice for everyone. Our work is guided by science and grounded in anti-racism. Since our inception, the Innocence Project has used DNA and other scientific advancements to prove wrongful conviction. To date, we have helped to free or exonerate more than 200 people who, collectively, spent more than 3,600 years behind bars. Our efforts have led to the passage of more than 200 transformative state laws and federal reforms. Today, the Innocence Project continues to fight for freedom, drive structural change, and advance the innocence movement. To learn more, please visit www.innocenceproject.org.

The Research Data Coordinator plays an integral role in the Innocence Project's research data environment by auditing existing and historical data, identifying and coordinating initiatives to improve data entry, quality, and accessibility throughout the entire Innocence Project, and facilitating and participating in research endeavors undertaken by the Data Science and Research Department. This position is a key piece of the Department's ability to accurately and confidently share data and reports that monitor and improve organizational functioning and helps to understand the contributing factors of wrongful conviction and successful approaches to overturning such convictions, and to promote effective methods of preventing wrongful arrests, prosecutions, and convictions.

The Research Data Coordinator reports to the Director of Data Science and Research. In addition to directly contributing to a vigorous data environment for research and statistical purposes, this position coordinates data entry activities and liaises with other departments about data needs including Information Technology, Intake, Post-Conviction Litigation, Strategic Litigation, Policy, Communications, Social Work, and Development. Lastly, this position functions in a coordinating role for various department events, activities, and is critical to thorough documentation of all data efforts and decisions, such as submitting financial documents for reimbursement, scheduling meetings within and between departments, taking detailed and accurate notes during meetings and coordinating virtual and in-personal research visits.

All Innocence Project employees must embrace, respect and value the rich diversity of perspectives and experiences of a diverse and heterogeneous staff. We recognize and appreciate that our work is better for having varied participants and thought partners.

The duties of this position require approximately 40 hours of work per week to be performed virtually/in-office. We currently have a hybrid in-office model, with all employees in the office three (3) days per week and the remainder of the week remotely. Wednesday is our organization's "anchor day," where all staff works in the office. The number of required in-office days is subject to change.

COORDINATE DATA ENTRY AND QUALITY ASSURANCE PRACTICES, PROVIDE RESEARCH SUPPORT FOR DATA SCIENCE AND RESEARCH DEPARTMENT:

• Responsible for investigation, documentation of details, and data entry/revision for historical cases and occasionally new cases to be added to the case management system
• With oversight from Director of Data Science and Research, create and enter information for new variables for subject-specific subsets of information about important issues (e.g., prosecutorial misconduct, ineffective assistance of counsel, additional factors that contribute to wrongful convictions, etc.) that are determined by organization-wide agreement
• Evaluate technical resources as needed, and provide technical support, advice, troubleshooting, and training regarding software used by the Data Science and Research Department for data analysis, reference management, project management, task management, and other needs
• Assist with research projects with other members of Data Science and Research
• In collaboration with Director of Data Science and Research, coordinate data entry across the organization to ensure data integrity, and monitor data entry to implement real-time corrections
• Generate clear and thorough documentation of data entry efforts, and work with Data Science and Research to establish a reporting system that illustrates the ongoing quality of data in our case management system, including the IP Victories Database

COORDINATE DATA ENTRY AND COLLABORATIONS ACROSS THE INNOCENCE PROJECT:

• In conjunction with Director of Data Science and Research, support organization-wide efforts to develop and implement principles of good data culture, including improvements in data entry, quality control, cross-departmental accessibility, and interoperability
• Alongside Director of DS+R, facilitate cross-departmental input into development of the Innocence Project database(s)
• In collaboration with the DS+R team, generate ideas for meaningful research projects that analyze internal data
• With oversight from Director of DS+R, participate in external research collaborations, as needed, given data expertise

ASSIST WITH ADMINISTRATIVE TASKS FOR DATA SCIENCE AND RESEARCH:

• Submit financial documents for reimbursement or documentation to the Finance Department
• Schedule meetings within and between departments
• Take detailed and accurate notes during meetings
• Assist with Just Data conference events, as needed
• Coordinate virtual and in-person research visits

• Bachelor's degree, with preference for graduate degree, in data science and/or social science research fields such as statistics, mathematics, computer science, programming, or social sciences such as psychology, criminology, sociology, or related areas
• 3 years of experience with qualitative and/or quantitative research, data management, and analysis
• 2+ years experience of bringing large groups of people together and documenting decisions
• Experience and proficiency with Google Suite, statistical software (e.g., SPSS, R, etc.),reference manager software (e.g., Endnote, Zotero), and Microsoft Suite
• Coursework in statistics, research design/methods, and data management
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence and clear communication
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

• Superior skills in organization and planning
• Ability to learn software with ease
• Ability to engage with people from a variety of backgrounds in a way that fosters collaboration
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to convey technical information clearly to non-technical audiences
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Passion for using data to drive transformation of the criminal legal system
• Acute attention to detail
• Commitment to accuracy - ensuring that the data reported and shared appropriately reflect the stories of the wrongfully convicted
• Enthusiasm for the work of the Innocence Project and for social justice, including a demonstrated commitment to public interest
• Shared commitment to the IP's values of accountability, collaboration, empathy + compassion, equity, person-centeredness, quality focus, and self-awareness

The salary for this position is highly competitive and the Innocence Project offers an excellent benefits package, including fully-paid individual health, dental and vision insurance, Flexible Spending Account, 401k plan with 6% company-match, paid disability and family care leave, adoption and fertility expense reimbursements, and company-paid transportation benefits.

The Innocence Project considers the diversity of its workforce to be vital to our organization's success in meeting its mission. We strongly encourage applicants from all cultures, races, educational backgrounds, life experiences, socio-economic classes, sexual orientations, age, gender, and physical abilities to apply. Individuals with personal connections to the criminal legal system are strongly encouraged to apply.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, it is our policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, familial status, marital status, predisposing genetic characteristics, actual or perceived domestic violence victim status, unemployment status, caregiver status, or any other category protected by law.

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*At the Innocence Project, we believe in recognizing talent and passion beyond formal educational qualifications. We are committed to considering a broad array of candidates with a range of professional and lived experiences and backgrounds. We know that transferable skills can be gained through a variety of ways that could enable a candidate to be successful in a role, not just formal education. For this position, if you have at least 7 years of experience in this or a related field, we encourage you to apply regardless of your educational background. So, whether you're returning to work after a gap in employment, looking to transition to a new career path, or taking the next step in your professional life, we encourage you to apply if you have additional experience in lieu of the posted educational requirements.

$76,500 - $90,000/year. Salary commensurate with experience.