Quantitative Researcher, Employment & Economic Opportunity Program

Qualifications:

Education Knowledge and Experience

• PhD in related subject area (Statistics Data Science Survey MethodologyEconomicsPublic Policy Public Health Human Development Political Science Psychology Sociology or related field) or a masters degree with a minimum of 4 years of relevant applied research experience.
• Experience working on research or evaluation projects for federal state or local agencies or other public or nonprofit entities.
• Demonstrated experience with research design survey sampling data analysis and reporting.
• Experience with data collection activities from the field using a variety of methodologies and data collection techniques such as interviews focus groups observations and/or survey research.
• Familiarity with federal contracting and compliance standards.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in at least one statistical analysis tool (e.g. R Stata Python).
• Knowledge about survey sampling small area estimation and statistical modeling.
• Excellent communication skills with an ability to convey complex information and collaborate efficiently in a virtual work environment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Proven ability to coach junior staff and foster inclusive team dynamics.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and virtual collaboration tools (e.g. Zoom Teams SharePoint).
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in dataanalysis and report writing.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Disclosures:Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) is not available for this position. Depending on project work qualified candidates may need to meet certain residency requirements.

American Institutes for Research is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of age race color religion sex gender gender identity/expression sexual orientation national origin protected veteran status or disability. AIR adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo reference and background checks. AIR maintains a drug-free work environment.

ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE:If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability please send an email to Taliba Boone at call 202.403.5000.

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