Associate Demographic Scientist

The Department of City Planning (DCP) plans for the future of New York City, working to create thriving and dynamic neighborhoods with access to housing and jobs, resilient infrastructure, and a vibrant public realm. The Department engages communities to develop inclusive plans, expands housing access and economic opportunity, and plans for long-term sustainability.

DCP supports the City Planning Commission in its annual review of hundreds of land use applications. The Department also advises on citywide strategic and capital planning, analyzes data, conducts policy analysis, and creates open data and civic engagement tools.

The Department of City Planning offers staff meaningful opportunities to help shape the future of New York City and address some of its most pressing challenges. The Department values public service, collaboration, and creativity, and supports professional development. Learn more about DCP and view current job openings .gov/planning.

The Population Division is responsible for the compilation, analysis and dissemination of census and related federal, state and local data for city agencies, local communities and the media. It is the city’s hub of expertise in census data analyses and dissemination.

Within the Department, the Population Division provides data for a variety of local and citywide planning studies, environmental review analyses and capital planning strategies. The division also provides other city agencies and outside organizations with data to address questions involving needs assessment, program planning and targeting, and policy formulation. This includes the development of current population estimates and short- and long-term population projections.

• Conduct research into difficult-to-enumerate housing units to assist with 2030 Census preparations
• Analyze population data for a variety of projects related to needs assessments, policy development, and program planning/implementation
• Write reports on a host of demographic and socioeconomic topics to inform decision-makers and the broader public about the city’s evolving population characteristics
• Advance the development of innovative methods used to produce small area population estimates and publish research in peer-reviewed journals
• Present on demographic topics to a variety of audiences, including city planners, members of other city agencies, and the public
• Support the production of population projections, constructed using the latest demographic methods, for New York City and various neighborhood geographies
• Assist in performing quality assurance of data files, and documenting work procedures and methodologies

• Strong research, writing, presentation, and analytical skills reflected in publications and presentations for both expert and non-expert audiences
• Advanced coursework in demographic analysis and quantitative research methods, including population estimation and projection methods
• Three years of research experience in either a professional capacity or in pursuit of a Ph.D.
• Proficiency with various types of regression analyses/statistical techniques using R or other languages
• Thorough understanding and experience analyzing decennial census and American Community Survey datasets
• Ability to work cooperatively within a team and to work independently
• A master’s degree with coursework in demographic analysis and quantitative research methods, including population estimation and projection methods
• GIS experience a plus

Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they meet all minimum qualifying requirements for this position at the time of application.

Only applicants under consideration will…