# Social Scientist

Hiring organization: [Internal Revenue Service](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/internal-revenue-service)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/8ba93fdb-c622-4ddb-b865-7202411be25b

Listed on Internal Revenue Service's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Seniority: Senior
- Location: Washington, DC
- Salary: 133007 – 187093 USD per year

## Summary

This role leads complex social science research projects for the IRS's Taxpayer Services division, analyzing taxpayer behavior and economic patterns to inform policy and operations. It suits experienced researchers comfortable with statistical analysis, research methodology, and advising senior management on social and economic insights.

_Our summary, not Internal Revenue Service's wording._

## Skills named

Qualitative Research, Quantitative Research, Statistical Analysis

## Required

- Degree in behavioral or social science, or related field, OR equivalent education and experience
- One year of specialized experience at GS-13 equivalent level (for GS-14 position)
- Demonstrated ability to conduct and independently manage social science research projects
- Experience with quantitative and qualitative research methods and statistical analysis
- Technical review capability for social science research papers and reports

## Nice to have

- Four years of appropriate social science experience as alternative to degree requirement
- Experience presenting findings to stakeholders and senior management

Apply on Internal Revenue Service's site: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/889858300