Center for Housing Policy Research Associate

The Center for Housing Policy (Center) is seeking a research associate to work on innovative research and policy development focused on (a) strengthening state and local housing policies and (b) documenting the impact that affordable housing plays on such key societal outcomes as good health, improved education, and economic development.

The Center is seeking a full-time research/policy associate to play a strong substantive role in carrying out the Center’s goals. This position will report directly to the Center’s Executive Director.

Starting salary in the low 40s, depending upon experience.

To apply for this position, please submit the following materials:

· Cover Letter

· Resume

· Two (2) Writing Samples

With regard to the writing samples, please submit one short sample (1-5 pages) and one longer sample (no more than 25 pages). Each sample should include a cover sheet explaining your role in preparing the document and any other information you feel is pertinent to our understanding the sample.

Send materials to:

Lynn M. Ross, AICP
Director of State and Local Initiatives
Center for Housing Policy
1801 K Street, NW, Suite M-100
Washington, DC 20006

lross@nhc.org

Application deadline is Monday, May 12, 2008. No phone calls please.