JOB DESCRIPTION

Senior Research Associate (6610) Job 81438 - Terner Center

Departmental Overview

The Terner Center for Housing Innovation formulates bold strategies to house families from all walks of life in vibrant, sustainable, and affordable communities. Founded in 2015, the Center has become a national leader in identifying and advancing innovative solutions to the housing affordability crisis. Named for housing pioneer Don Terner, the Center reflects his ambitious "no limits" spirit in its approach.

The Terner Center's work focuses on:

• Expanding the supply of housing and lowering production costs.
• Increasing access to opportunity-rich communities across the income spectrum.
• Aligning housing strategies with climate priorities.
• Improving outcomes of major housing policies and programs through rigorous impact evaluation.

Position Summary

The Senior Research Associate will join the Terner Center's growing research team to advance the use of innovative construction methods in housing delivery. This senior-level role will:

• Lead and design research projects.
• Develop conceptual and policy frameworks.
• Identify new partnerships and funding opportunities.
• Communicate research findings to academic, policy, industry, and public audiences.

The position reports to the Associate Research Director of Land Use and Supply and will collaborate with senior staff across the Terner Center and Terner Labs.

Responsibilities

• 25% Research Design & Oversight - Lead major research projects, supervise consultants/student researchers, ensure accuracy of deliverables.
• 15% Communications Collaboration - Translate research into accessible outputs (reports, blogs, webinars, data visualizations).
• 15% Partnerships & Fundraising - Build industry, policy, and philanthropic networks; develop funding strategies.
• 15% Proposal Development - Draft research proposals with senior staff.
• 10% Supervision - Recruit, train, and supervise research analysts and graduate students; manage HR matters.
• 5% Technical Assistance - Provide expertise in data management, analysis, and interpretation.
• 5% Policy Monitoring - Track housing-related policy, research, and government activities.
• 5% Representation - Present research at conferences, seminars, and collaborative events.

Required Qualifications

• Strong organizational, project management, and communication skills.
• Research or industry background in housing and construction.
• Knowledge of industrialized/off-site/prefabricated construction methods and building codes.
• Experience communicating technical findings to non-academic audiences.
• Proven ability to build collaborations across sectors (industry, nonprofit, academic, government).
• Managerial experience overseeing complex research or academic programs.
• Fundraising and proposal development experience.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Experience with qualitative methods (e.g., interviews, case studies).
• Commitment to equity and sustainability in housing research.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in architecture, engineering, construction, housing development, or policy-related research.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent training/experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in construction, engineering, building science, public policy/administration, or real estate.

Salary & Benefits

• Range: $112,400 - $163,200 (budgeted range; final offer based on experience, education, and internal equity).
• UC Berkeley offers a comprehensive benefits package. For details, visit the UC Compensation & Benefits website.

Equity, Inclusion, and Diversity

The Terner Center values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of its work. Candidates are expected to contribute to inclusive management practices, collaborative culture, and research methodologies that incorporate equity considerations.

Background Check

This position requires fingerprinting and a background check. UC Berkeley hires individuals with conviction histories, evaluating each case in context of the role's responsibilities.

Misconduct Disclosure

Final candidates must disclose if, within the past seven years, they have been:

• Found responsible for workplace misconduct.
• Notified of allegations or under investigation.
• Separated from a role during or after misconduct proceedings.
• Appealing a finding of misconduct.

"Misconduct" includes violations of workplace laws or policies, including harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct.

How to Apply

To apply, please visit the UC Berkeley Jobs Portal and search for Job #81438. Submit your application materials, including a resume and cover letter, through the online system.

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