Quantitative Equity Research Associate
Quantitative Equity Research Associate
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Overview:
MDRC invites applicants for a position as a Quantitative Equity Research Associate. This position located in the Center for Data Insights (CDI) will focus on leading our organizations advancement in quantitative and data science methods that measure describe and analyze equity in access to and outcomes of human service programs. The associate will bring their expertise to bear on projects in multiple MDRC policy areas which include children and families prekindergarten to twelfth grade education postsecondary education young people who are not connected to work or school work and income security housing economic mobility criminal and juvenile justice and health.
The MDRC Equity Collaborative and the Justice Equity Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Council support the thoughtful and systematic application of culturally responsive equitybased and inclusive research practices in MDRCs work. We seek to enhance the quality and rigor of our work in terms of how we understand the social and education policy challenges that we aim to address in what we study in how we conduct our work and interact with the communities our work serves and in how we share our findings. In doing so we aim to enhance the relevance and promise of our work in reducing inequities in social educational and economic institutions and systems.
Responsibilities:
Collaborate with staff within CDI and within MDRC policy areas to develop frameworks for conducting and communicating empirical research that centers racial equity or reflects culturally responsive analytics. Also support staff in developing analytic guides code repositories dashboards data visualizations and communication templates that implement these frameworks.
Join multidisciplinary teams combining expertise in data science behavioral science operations and subjectmatter knowledge on technical assistance projects focused on improving the equity of access to and outcomes of social services programs.
Contribute to building a team culture centered around diversity equity inclusion and antiracist practices.
Engage with MDRC senior management and methods groups such as MDRCs Equity Collaborative and Implementation Research Group among others to support learning throughout the organization about culturally responsive evaluation and research and technical assistance.
Requirements:
Doctorate or masters degree in quantitative social science data science statistics biostatistics economics education public policy sociology public health or a related field OR 5 years applying quantitative or data science methods (which could include predictive analytics and machine learning)
Knowledge of and expertise in racial equity research or culturally responsive measures and methods.
Demonstrated interest in using quantitative methods for social good and in one or more of MDRCs policy areas: children and families prekindergarten to twelfth grade education postsecondary education young people who are not connected to work or school work and income security housing and communities economic mobility criminal and juvenile justice and health.
Excellent communication skills and ability to explain technical approaches to variety of audiences.
Experience working in or with nonprofit organizations or local state or federal government agencies is preferred.
Familiarity with qualitative research methods focused on equity is a plus.
Ability to work both independently and as part of diverse multidisciplinary teams.
Comfort working in a fastpaced environment and in a hybrid workplace
The position is open to all MDRC office locations in NY DC LA and Oakland California. Some onthejob training is provided.
If you want to be part of a diverse and multidisciplinary staff in a collaborative environment and values a meaningful career then we want to work with you!
Instructions:This search is being managed by our Executive Search Partner Insight Executive. For more information or to apply for the position please contact Aaron Schmidt President at. When submitting your application please include:
- Resume
- Cover letter
- Written research and programming sample
Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.Please note that the health and safety of our employees and candidates is very important to us and that interviews (when scheduled) will be conducted via video conferencing. As a Federally Contracted employer MDRC is in full compliance with all applicable regulations including but not limited to recent changes that require vaccination of employees of federal contractors. All employees are required to be fully vaccinated with one of the available COVID19 vaccinations unless they have sought and received an exemption from this policy due to a disability or other medical condition or because of a sincerely held religious belief. Accommodations are granted in accordance with applicable law and regulations. Applicants must submit proof of vaccination or request and submit an applicable request for accommodation during the offer stage.
MDRC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. No qualified applicant employee intern volunteer or apprenticeship trainee will be discriminated against on the basis of his her or their race (including traits historically associated with race including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles) color national origin (including physical cultural or linguistic characteristics) marriage to or association with persons of a national origin group tribal affiliation membership in or association with an organization identified with or seeking to promote the interests of a national origin group name that is associated with a national origin group accent language use immigration status citizenship possession of a drivers license issued to persons unable to prove their lawful presence in the United States and other definitions under California or other states laws ancestry creed religion religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices) age citizenship veteran and/or military status sex (including pregnancy childbirth breastfeeding or related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender gender identity (including transgender status) gender expression gender transitioning or perceived gender transitioning marital status or civil partnership/union status physical or mental disability (actual or perceived) medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics) genetic information protected medical leaves (requesting or being approved for leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act) or similar state family medical leave laws domestic violence victim status political affiliation or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal state or local law. Legal work authorization is required. To request a reasonable accommodation during any stage of MDRC&s employment process due to a disability please contact
MDRCsdedicationto Diversity Equity and Inclusion exceed compliance requirements. We believe that recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce of all backgrounds and perspectives improves the quality and relevance of our research as well as the daily experiences of our staff. By fostering an equitable culture of inclusivity and belonging we seek an environment in which staff feel welcomed valued and engaged in their work.
Required Experience:
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Employment Type
Full-Time
