Quantitative Education Researcher, Learning Supports
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Chicago, IL - USA
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Job Summary
AIR is seeking a QuantitativeEducation Researcherwith expertise in education research and interest in the application of emerging educational technologies. This position will support a growing portfolio of research including projects focused on understanding the role AI technologies play in educational opportunities teaching practices and student outcomes. The ideal candidate will bring excitement for communicating about our work in creative far-reaching ways. The position will contribute to and lead aspects of multiple projects and business development activities with a particular emphasis on quantitative and mixed-methods research evaluation design statistical analysis evidence generation and dissemination. We seek a dynamic professional who is committed to producing rigorous actionable research in education and who will thrive as part of a collaborative team working to address emerging opportunities and challenges in the field.
Candidates hired for the position may work remotely within the United States (U.S.) or from one of our U.S. office locations. This does not include U.S. territories.
Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Arlington Virginia the American Institutes for Research (AIR) is a nonpartisan not-for-profit organization that conducts behavioral and social science research and delivers technical assistance to address some of the most pressing challenges in the United States and globally. We generate evidence and apply data-driven solutions that expand opportunities and improve lives for all.
Responsibilities
The responsibilities for this position include:
- Lead or contribute to the design and execution of rigorous research and evaluation projects.
- Apply appropriate qualitative and/or quantitative methods to collect manage analyze and interpret data.
- Communicate and disseminate about our work and findings in creative engaging and accessible ways.
- Manage small to mid-sized tasks or project components including planning timelines tracking deliverables and liaising with clients while maintaining positive and collaborative relationships.
- Mentor and guide junior staff through regular feedback training and modeling of research best practices.
- Engage with stakeholders and partners through meetings briefings and field engagement activities.
- Contribute to a collaborative inclusive work environment that values diverse perspectives backgrounds and experiences.
Qualifications
- PhD in a related field (e.g. Education Economics Statistics Public Policy Human Development Psychology Sociology) or a masters degree with at least 4 years of relevant applied research experience.
- Demonstrated experience designing and conducting research or evaluation studies including data analysis and reporting.
- Experience supporting research or evaluation projects for federal state or local education agencies school districts or other public and nonprofit organizations.
- Experience collecting and analyzing data using qualitative and/or quantitative methods including interviews focus groups observations and surveys.
- Interest in the role of AI and emerging technologies in education.
- Knowledge of education policies programs and priorities at the federal state or local level.
- Commitment to producing evidence that informs education policy practice and decision-making.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills including proficiency with at least one research or data analysis tool (e.g. R Stata Python NVivo Dedoose).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey complex information to diverse audiences.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities independently while maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines.
- Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills with the ability to work effectively with project teams clients and external partners.
- Experience mentoring or coaching junior staff and contributing to an inclusive team environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and virtual collaboration tools (e.g. Teams Zoom SharePoint).
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 basisof any characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local law including but not limited to actual or perceived race (including traits historically associated with race such as hair texture hair type and protective hairstyles such as braid locks and twists) creed color religion alienage or national origin ancestry citizenship status age physical or mental disability medical condition (e.g. cancer) sex gendergender identity or expression (including transgender status) sexual orientation marital status civil union status pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions genetic information or military or veteran status.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 ator call 202.403.5000.
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Anticipated Annual Salary Range
$92000 - $113000 USD
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Since 1946, the American Institutes for Research (AIR) has been advancing evidence to evolve systems, improve lives, and ultimately create a better, more equitable world. We are a nonprofit research and technical assistance organization working to solve some of the most urgent challe ... View more
