The successful candidate will conduct research and analysis, write reports and produce other materials for a diverse team of researcher faculty and scientists on projects related to workforce and economic development, skill development and career technical education, aligning higher education with workforce needs, workforce participation, program outcomes, and return on investment. Mississippi State University is a top-ranked research institution, and NSPARC has a strong applied research focus to address critical challenges faced by government, economic and workforce development professionals, educational institutions, nonprofits, and the private sector.