Researcher, Employment and Economic Opportunity

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💵 $87k - $110k / year

⏰ Full Time

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American Institutes for Research

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1001 - 5000 employees

Founded 1946

🏥 Healthcare

💼 Consulting

📚 Education

💰 Grant on 2017-11

Healthcare • Consulting • Education

American Institutes for Research is dedicated to advancing evidence and improving lives through rigorous research and evaluation. The organization focuses on education, health, human services, and international initiatives, providing technical assistance and data science capabilities to address critical social issues. With a mission to generate evidence that contributes to a better and more equitable world, AIR collaborates with communities, policymakers, and researchers to support evidence-based solutions across various sectors.

📋 Description

• Lead or contribute to rigorous research and evaluation projects • Apply qualitative and/or quantitative methods to collect, manage, analyze, and interpret data • Translate complex findings into actionable insights and recommendations for client reports, technical memos, and presentations • Support proposal development by writing technical sections, developing budgets, and contributing to proposal strategy • Manage small to mid-sized tasks or project components, including timelines, deliverables, and client liaison • Maintain positive and collaborative client relationships • Mentor and guide junior staff through feedback, training, and modeling research best practices • Engage stakeholders and partners through meetings, briefings, and dissemination activities • Contribute to a collaborative and inclusive work environment • Report to the Employment and Economic Opportunity Program Area

🎯 Requirements

• PhD in a related subject area (Economics, Statistics, Public Policy, Public Health, Human Development, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, or related field), or a master’s 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, data analysis, and reporting • Experience with field data collection using interviews, focus groups, observations, and/or survey research • Proficiency in at least one statistical or qualitative analysis tool, such as R, Stata, Python, NVivo, or Dedoose • Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate efficiently in a virtual work environment • Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines independently • 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 such as Zoom, Teams, and SharePoint • Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in data analysis and report writing • Experience using STATA or R • 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 • Qualified candidates may need to meet certain residency requirements depending on project work • Selected candidates will undergo reference and background checks • Candidates must adhere to AIR’s child safeguarding principles

🏖️ Benefits

• AIR’s Total Rewards Program • Equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer • Reasonable accommodation for disabilities during the employment process • Drug-free work environment • Reference and background checks for selected candidates • Remote work within the United States or work from a U.S. office location

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