Location: Albany, NY
Posting Number: 137262
Salary: $61270 to $77912
Closing Date: September 30, 2023
The New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS), located in Albany, New York, is currently seeking to fill a Research Scientist 1 position. This exciting opportunity is located within the DCJS Office of Justice Research and Performance (OJRP). The Research Scientist 1 will conduct social science research and analysis related to the investigation of system, social, and behavioral issues within the field of criminal justice and/or with justice-involved populations. Research may include the study of youth behavior, family court decision-making, law enforcement activity, adult criminal behavior, court case processing, sentencing, the impact of programming and treatment on behavior, reoffending and desistence from crime, and criminogenic factors. Research may evaluate the impact of major legislative changes such as bail reform, gun violence initiatives, and raising the age of criminal responsibility.
Further details can be found in the vacancy announcement: https://statejobs.ny.gov/
Candidates may apply by submitting their resume and cover letter to DCJSJobs@dcjs.ny.gov with reference to vacancy ID# 137262.
Applications are due by September 30, 2023.
