Chief Research Officer for Social Justice

3 weeks ago


New York, New York, United States Center for Justice Innovation Full time
About the Job

We are seeking an experienced Chief Research Officer (CRO) to lead our research efforts and advance cutting-edge initiatives aimed at promoting safety and racial justice. The ideal candidate will have deep methodological expertise, a background in securing funding from government and philanthropic sources, experience conducting research on criminal justice and/or community safety topics, and a passion for translating research into action.

The CRO will oversee our Data Analytics and Applied Research and National Research Departments, supervise senior directors, and represent our research interests in executive and board-level discussions. They will foster a culture of innovation and collaboration within and between departments, invest in ongoing professional development, and ensure quality and rigor of research and data analysis.

The CRO will also collaborate with the Development Office and Center leadership to develop a fundraising strategy for research, cultivate and maintain relationships with funders, identify strategic partnerships and funding opportunities, and represent our research externally. They will lead our efforts to advance evidence-based, data-driven solutions to criminal legal and community safety challenges by collaborating with policymakers, impacted individuals, and communities to guide, support, and promote our research.

We offer a competitive salary of $150,000 per year, plus benefits including comprehensive healthcare, free basic dental coverage, vision insurance, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts. We prioritize mental health care for our staff and offer services like Talkspace and Ginger through our healthcare plans. We also offer a 403(b) retirement plan with a two-to-one employer contribution up to 5%.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace and welcome applications from women, people of color, members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities, as well as individuals with prior contact with the criminal justice system.



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