Associate Researcher - California Child Welfare Indicators Project - School of Social Welfare
The University of California, Berkeley
About this position
Position Overview
Salary range: The UC Academic salary scales set the minimum pay determined by step at appointment. See the following table for the current salary scale for this position: Table 13b. The current full-time base salary for this position is $120,300-151,900. "Off-scale" salaries, which yield higher compensation that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered to meet competitive conditions. Percent time: 100% Anticipated start: Spring 2027 Position duration: 18 months, with the possibility of renewal based on performance and funding availability.
Application Deadline
Open date: September 15, 2026 Most recent review date:Monday, Oct 5, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled. Final date: Sunday, Oct 18, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position Description
The School of Social Welfare at the University of California, Berkeley, seeks an Associate Researcher to work with Dr. Daniel Webster, Project Scientist and Principal Investigator for the California Child Welfare Indicators Project (CCWIP). The incumbent conducts independent research within CCWIP's Transition-Age Youth Research & Evaluation Hub (TAY-Hub), using linked administrative data spanning child welfare and related systems (e.g., education, health, justice). Responsibilities include: serving as principal investigator or co-investigator on policy- and practice-relevant studies; leading the conceptualization, design, and analysis of studies using complex linked administrative datasets; maintaining a strong record of peer-reviewed publication and co-authoring manuscripts, policy briefs, and presentations for academic and practice audiences; preparing and submitting research grants to federal agencies, foundations, or state partners and managing project budgets and sponsor reporting; overseeing IRB submissions, data use agreements, and related compliance for assigned projects; engaging state and county child welfare partners to support data-sharing, analysis, and program and policy evaluation; mentoring graduate student researchers, and disseminating findings to practice and policy audiences in accessible formats.
Qualifications
Basic qualifications(required at time of application)PhD (or equivalent international degree). Additional qualifications(required at time of start)Minimum 3 years of post-doctoral research experience. A record of peer-reviewed publications consistent with the Associate Researcher rank. Preferred qualificationsThree to five years of post-doctoral research experience. Demonstrated experience as principal investigator or co-investigator on externally funded research. Deep knowledge of child welfare systems, services, and administrative data, with an emphasis on California. Experience linking, managing, and analyzing complex administrative datasets across youth-serving systems. Strong record of peer-reviewed publication and professional recognition in the field. Experience partnering with government agencies and funders. Experience mentoring graduate students and researchers.
Application Requirements
Document requirementsCurriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. Cover Letter Research Statement - Please discuss research accomplishments and proposed plans. This can include, for example, your publication record, awards, presentations, inclusive research practices that promote the excellence of your research, and areas for future research. Reference requirements 3-5 required (contact information only) Apply link:https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF05546 Help contact:d.schiller@berkeley.edu