Boston area regional planning agency seeks Research Analyst.  Collect and organize data, conduct analysis, and prepare information for presentation in print and electronic formats.  Applicant should have excellent analytic abilities, strong communication skills, and familiarity with planning concepts;  manage MetroBoston Data Common; provide technical assistance and conduct research.  Requires BA in planning, public health, economics, computer science or related field and 3+ years experience.  MA and additional experience desired.  PLEASE SEE COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION AT WWW.MAPC.ORG. Salary range mid to high $40’s.  Excellent state employee benefits package.  Submit cover letter, resume and 3 references to:  THauenstein@mapc.org.  Open until filled.  MAPC is EOE/ AA employer.  Posted 7/27/10.