Submission for March 1998 issue Smithsonian Institution. Institutional Studies Office (ISO). Social Science Analyst. ISO, the unit responsible for studying Smithsonian visitors and exhibitions, has an immediate opening. The office conducts both quantitative and qualitative research in all the different Smithsonian museums, from the Air and Space museum to the Zoo. Although basic research is included in the program, the emphasis is on applied research directed to the needs of exhibition and program planners. Typical questions are: who are the visitors or participants, why did they come, what did they do, did they learn anything, which elements in the exhibition/program were successful and which were not, what effect did the experience have on participants, etc. The opening is for someone who can design studies, manage data, conduct analysis and first-author reports. Projects are team efforts, and the analyst needs to function as team leader, advising other team members where appropriate. Since most of the studies are based on survey data, the individual should be very familiar with statistical analysis, especially using SAS, and with the design of survey instruments. A background in either sociology, educational psychology, or educational research would be particularly appropriate. Although a Ph.D. is not required it is preferred, doctoral candidates will also be considered. The position will be formally advertised as an IS-11/12 with promotion potential to IS-13 with a salary range between $39,279 and $61,190, depending on experience and skills. For full details, please call (202) 287-3102, press 9, and request Vacancy Announcement No. 98MA-1059 and a full application package. Applications must be received in Human Resources by April 17, 1998. The Smithsonian is an Equal Opportunity Employer.