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Becka Alper
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Senior researcher @pewresearch.org sharing info about Americans’ religious beliefs and practices
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Becka Alper @balper.bsky.social · Jun 3
Come work with me!
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Conrad Hackett @conradhackett.bsky.social · Jun 3
PLEASE SHARE:
We just posted an ad for TWO research assistant positions on @pewresearch.org's religion team.

We expect a lot of applications so it's best to apply this week for full consideration.

Come work with our great team!

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Project Overview Pew Research Center is seeking two Research Assistants to join its Religion research project. The Research Assistants will support the project’s demography of religion and U.S. survey research teams. The demography of religion team analyzes data on the religious identity and characteristics of populations. It produces reports describing the religious composition of countries as well as other topics at the intersection of religion and social trends (e.g. religion and educational attainment, gender differences in religious commitment levels). The U.S. survey research team produces reports that explore issues at the intersection of religion and public affairs. Through public opinion surveys and other quantitative tools, it studies religious groups in the U.S. and examines the influence of religion on politics and society. The people in these positions will work closely with other researchers on staff and will report to an Associate Director of Religion research. Primary Responsibilities Compiling and analyzing data from surveys and censuses Descriptive statistical analysis Creating tables and charts in Stata, Excel, Word and PowerPoint Contacting statistical agencies to request information and custom tables Data cleaning, maintaining and reviewing internal files and databases Number checking, fact checking, proofing Performing background research, including literature reviews, contacting subject matter experts and online data gathering Assisting with questionnaire development Coordinate the translation and checking of questionnaires Education/Training/Experience B.A. degree is required. A concentration in sociology, political science, economics or another social science is desirable Strong quantitative skills, background in data management and analysis preferred Experience undertaking research using Stata, R, SPSS or other statistical software Mastery of descriptive statistics Knowledge and Skill Requirements Quantitative skills, including an ability to use Stata, SPSS or other statistical software Interest in public and/or international affairs, particularly in issues concerning religion and the intersection of religion and public life Strong verbal and written communications skills Facility using syntax commands to carefully document analysis using log files is desired Ability to balance numerous projects simultaneously Attention to detail, including exacting standards to maintain accuracy and impartiality in all work products Proven ability to communicate research results clearly and concisely Ability to work collaboratively and collegially with staff from the religion team, as well as with staff from other Pew Research Center projects and outside organizations Ability to balance multiple projects and meet tight deadlines while ensuring accuracy in data management, fact checking and research Ability to communicate in more than one language is advantageous
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Becka Alper @balper.bsky.social · May 13
From the Religious Landscape Study- most Americans have spiritual beliefs @pewresearch.org
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How common are spiritual beliefs in the U.S.?
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Becka Alper @balper.bsky.social · May 9
Majorities want the church to allow use of birth control and IVF, and to permit priests to bless same-sex couples. But views differ by Mass attendance. pewrsr.ch/44AA8mv
Most U.S. Catholics Say They Want the Church To Be ‘More Inclusive’
Majorities want the church to allow use of birth control and IVF, and to permit priests to bless same-sex couples. But views differ by Mass attendance.
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John Gramlich @johngramlich.bsky.social · Apr 21
Francis dies at 88. Here's a look back at public opinion about the first Latin American pope, from @pewresearch.org:
Pope Francis and public opinion: Key findings from our surveys
At least 80% of Catholics have expressed a favorable opinion of Pope Francis in 10 of the 15 U.S. surveys in which we have asked about the pope since 2013.
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Becka Alper @balper.bsky.social · Apr 9
A short explainer of the Religious Landscape Study youtube.com/shorts/_9PDJ...

Explore the data here: www.pewresearch.org/religious-la...
Religion and Spirituality in America
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Pew Research Center @pewresearch.org · Apr 7
Hey there, Bluesky!

We are excited to share our data and insights here with you, and so are our researchers: go.bsky.app/3QzdR9p

What would you like to see from us? Drop suggestions below!
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Becka Alper @balper.bsky.social · Mar 21
New from @pewresearch.org
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Religion and Spirituality in America
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Becka Alper @balper.bsky.social · Feb 26
In the U.S., young adults are far less traditionally religious than older adults. But on measures of spirituality, gaps between younger and older Americans are relatively modest @pewresearch.org www.pewresearch.org/RLS-report
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Becka Alper @balper.bsky.social · Feb 26
From the Religious Landscape Study: Large majorities of Americans have a spiritual or supernatural outlook on the world @pewresearch.org
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Becka Alper @balper.bsky.social · Feb 26
Download the new @pewresearch.org RLS dataset here www.pewresearch.org/dataset/2023...
2023-24 Religious Landscape Study (RLS) Dataset Archives
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Becka Alper @balper.bsky.social · Feb 26
Explore the new Religious Landscape Study data here www.pewresearch.org/RLS-database
Religious Landscape Study | Pew Research Center
The Religious Landscape Study is a comprehensive survey of more than 35,000 Americans’ religious identities, beliefs and practices that’s been conducted in 2007, 2014 and 2023-24. Pew Research Center.
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Becka Alper @balper.bsky.social · Feb 26
New: After years of decline, the U.S. Christian share now shows signs of leveling off. The new Religious Landscape Study explores trends in identity, beliefs and practices. pewrsr.ch/3EXnfrS
Decline of Christianity in the U.S. Has Slowed, May Have Leveled Off
After years of decline, the U.S. Christian share now shows signs of leveling off. The new Religious Landscape Study explores trends in identity, beliefs and practices. Pew Research Center.
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Laura Silver @lauraruthsilver.bsky.social · Dec 12
@pewresearch.org is now hiring interns for summer 2025. Apply or share with others who might be interested, please!

These internships are paid and a great learning/networking experience for undergrads: pewtrusts.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Center...
Center Internships
The Pew Research Center offers paid internships through our flagship summer internship program. Though specifics may vary by year, internships offerings are usually available on our research teams (Da...
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