Law Enforcement Policy Research Scientist

The Ohio State University, Main Campus

Research Scientist focusing on police supervision and public safety research within Ohio State's Glenn College. Leading CAPS initiative for evidence-based resources and training.

Posted 6/18/2026full-timeRemote • Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide day-to-day leadership of the Consortium to Advance Police Supervision (CAPS)
Build and maintain strong relationships with police agencies, professional associations, national partners, and other stakeholders
Work directly with first-line supervisors and agency leaders to identify emerging needs, inform research and product development
Lead and collaborate on research and evaluation projects related to police supervision, organizational practices, and public safety issues
Develop and deliver presentations, training, technical assistance for practitioner audiences

Requirements

What you’ll need

Doctoral degree in social science or related discipline
Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in policing, public safety, criminal justice, or closely related field
Demonstrated subject matter expertise in first-line police supervision, law enforcement operations, and applied research
Experience working directly with law enforcement agencies or public safety partners on research, training, technical assistance, organizational improvement, or related initiatives

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays
Tuition assistance for employees and their dependents

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Soft Skills

leadershiprelationship buildingcollaborationpresentation skillstraining deliverytechnical assistance

Certifications

Doctoral degree