Vice President Research Operations
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Position Title: Vice President Research Operations
Location: Remote
Reports to: President & CEO
WHO WE ARE:
The Coleridge Initiative is a nonprofit organization focused on applied data analytics research for public policy at the federal and state level. We work with government agencies to create value by providing public agencies with the opportunity to enhance their workforce data literacy to develop better policies for the public good. In addition we facilitate the development of collaborations within and across states allowing for new technologies to be developed through the secure access to and sharing of confidential microdata.
POSITION:
The Coleridge Initiative is adding a Vice President of Research Programs. This individual will be an integral member of the senior leadership team.
The Vice President of Research Programs will lead the development and expansion of various public policy topics and oversee the development of an annual research plan with appropriate benchmarks. They will drive the agenda in order to expand the body of research conducted by the organization and actively expand the external resources available to the team through engagement with public institutions.
The Vice President of Research will head a current research staff of three reporting to the President and Chief Executive Officer. They will serve as a member of the leadership team developing and leading strategic objectives for the continued growth and evolution of the organization.
They are responsible for providing direction and mentoring to research staff and working collaboratively with the staff to maintain effective daytoday of research and data management functions assess associated resource requirements and engage appropriate outside expertise when needed.
The Vice President of Research works with the infrastructure and clientfacing teams to ensure access to data necessary to meet research agenda objectives identifying data requirements and sources and ensuring that the database structure and processes are effective and efficient.
The Vice President of Research will participate in key revenue raising activities and events that support research and program evaluation projects. They will lead the development and implementation of sustainable programs by planning and formulating funding strategies for research activity. The Director of Research will work with the Senior Grants and Contracts Manager on grant proposal writing activity while engaging the research staff in the process. They will act as an ambassador for the organization and will have and build relationships within the nonprofit academia government public policy and business communities. The goal is to advance the organizations mission as well as drive broader awareness and financial support.
This is a highly visible role both internally with the staff and board of directors and externally as a representative and subject matter expert of the organization. The Director of Research will have an outstanding ability with at least ten years experience in a research or public policy environment.
The successful candidate for this appointment should exhibit the following:
A PhD in Economics Statistics Operations Research or Public Policy is greatly preferred.
Deep commitment to the importance of developing data and empirical analyses to inform public policymakers and other stakeholders and to the conceptualization direction and presentation of such research without advocacy of a particular policy course.
Leadership stature in a relevant applied area of research as recognized by authorities in the field and demonstrated in the course of at least 10 years of experience in policy relevant research including substantial experience as a project or organizational leader.
Possess and develop key relationships with stakeholders in government private and nonprofit sectors and academia to support and inform research programs.
Has produced a portfolio of meaningful publications of white papers policy briefs fact sheets and research reports.
Experience in developing grant proposals public and private that support research and program evaluation projects
Specific experience in applying standard and innovative advanced quantitative research techniques to public policy issues.
Experience in Python and/or R coding
A proven track record of mentoring motivating and leading a research staff demonstrating the leadership qualities necessary to provide guidance and constructive criticism in ways that motivates professional growth.
Strong desire to produce research results that are highly relevant to public policy debates and credible to and understandable by key legislative and public policy decision makers.
A demonstrated capacity to think strategically about research needs and potential opportunities to exert thought leadership and to cultivate the relevancy of the research team in the overall industry as needs and issues evolve.
Integrity regarding all aspects of the collection use and presentation of data and analyses.
Ability to look for new initiatives linking ongoing research projects and talent resources with potential research opportunities. Strong desire to connect the resulting organizational success to personal and professional achievements.
This position affords a remote work environment within the United States. The company provides employer sponsored medical dental and vision plans matching 403(b) and generous paid time off policies.
How to Apply:
This search is being managed by our executive search partner Insight Executive Search.
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Required Experience:
Chief
Employment Type
Full-Time
