Job Opportunities

Research Associate

New York City

A research associate works with a substantial degree of independence, usually under the direction of a senior research scientist or other senior research staffer, performs a variety of complex research tasks, and often supervises research assistants, especially, but not only, on fielding activities. Tasks may include data processing and/or implementing data analyses, coordinating projects, overseeing fielding of surveys, compilation of information, and writing reports, including publishable products. We are seeking individuals with international experience.

Posted: August 2017
International Communications Manager

New York City

The International Communications Manager works both independently and collaboratively to develop a wide range of communications materials, covering the scope of the Institute’s international work. This position will offer critical, substantive support to senior staff, particularly the Senior International Communications Manager, and will help to ensure the coordination of the outreach efforts of the communications team and the Institute as a whole. The ideal candidate has a passion for sexual and reproductive health issues globally, and is able to synthesize and summarize in writing the Institute’s work for communication to audiences including media, policymakers and advocates in-country, regionally and globally.

Posted: August 2017
Audio Visual Technician

New York City

The Audio Visual (AV) Technician is a highly visible role which requires the ability to handle all technological and logistical needs for meetings and events. S/he is responsible for maintaining the daily functionality of all AV and integrated conference room systems and applications for successful meetings. Reporting to the director of executive and board affairs, the AV technician will work as part of a team to prepare for internal and external meetings and events and manage related projects as assigned. The ideal candidate is able to thrive in a fast-paced environment where prioritizing and multi-tasking are the norm. Initiative, exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills are key.

Posted: July 2017
Research Assistant I

New York City

Assist with social science research pertaining to reproductive behavior and access to health care services (principally sexual behavior, family planning, unintended pregnancy and abortion) in both domestic and international contexts. Depending on qualifications and workflow, duties may include assisting with survey fielding, participant recruitment, phone follow-up of survey responses, questionnaire coding, data processing, table construction, library work and other research assistance.

Posted: June 2017
Director of International Research

New York City

The Director of International Research works in partnership with Guttmacher’s other research directors, including a second Director of International Research, to implement the Institute’s wide-ranging portfolio of policy-relevant international research, which may be global, regional or country-specific in scope. While the Director of International Research will bring particular geographic and/or substantive focus areas, s/he will provide input and guidance on all areas of Guttmacher’s research. The director oversees the work and guides the professional development of a highly skilled team of senior, mid-level and junior researchers and represents the Institute and the research division externally.

The Director of International Research reports to the VP for International Research, and receives guidance from the VP for Domestic Research on division-wide matters, including personnel issues, management strategy and divisional policies.

Posted: March 2017

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