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Research Associate, Learning Supports

American Institutes for Research14 open roles

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The posting

AIR is seeking a Research Associate with experience 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 continuing to develop skills in research and evaluation, and communicating about the work in creative ways. The position will contribute to multiple projects, with a particular emphasis on quantitative and qualitative data collection, processing, basic analysis, and interpretation and dissemination of findings. We seek a collaborative and intellectually curious professional who is excited to contribute to rigorous, actionable research that explores emerging opportunities and challenges in education.

This position has the flexibility to work remotely within the United States (U.S.) or from one of AIR’s U.S. office locations. This does not include U.S. territories.

About AIR:

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 the position include:

  • Prepare and assist with primary source data collection including through interviews, focus groups, surveys, usage data from educational technology applications, school administrative records, and publicly available data.
  • Serve as a primary point of contact for schools and teachers, providing ongoing communication and coordination related to study data collection activities.
  • Review and process qualitative and quantitative data, including following data procedures to prepare data for analyses.
  • Conduct basic descriptive analyses of quantitative or qualitative research data and contribute to the reporting and interpretation of findings.
  • Prepare documents, portions of reports, briefs, charts, and graphs that describe and interpret findings of analyses.
  • Support project management tasks, including developing project timelines, coordinating meetings, and tracking project progress.
  • Support recruitment of research participants, including developing promotional materials and conducting outreach to school districts.
  • Interest and experience supporting proposal writing and business development activities.

Qualifications:

Education, Knowledge, and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of experience, or a Master’s degree in the social sciences or related fields.
  • Experience collecting and processing quantitative or qualitative data, preferably in educational contexts.
  • Experience conducting quantitative or qualitative analysis, including using data analysis software programs (i.e., Stata, R, NVivo, Dedoose).
  • Interest in the role of AI in education.
  • Experience with classroom teaching or working with education stakeholders, such as school districts, educators, or program and professional development providers is a plus.
  • Passion for bringing evidence to bear on education policy, practice, and decision-making in education.

Skills

  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in data collection, analysis, and report preparation.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
  • Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate efficiently in a virtual work environment.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Ability to work and communicate effectively with project stakeholders and external partners.

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 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 braids, locs, and twists), creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition (e.g., cancer), sex, gender, gender 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 [email protected] or call 202.403.5000.

Fraudulent Job Scams Warning & Disclaimer: AIR is aware of individuals falsely presenting themselves as AIR representatives. Fraudulent job scams seek to extract sensitive information or money from victims. To protect yourself, please be aware that AIR recruitment will only email you from an "@air.org" domain. Please take extra caution while examining the email address. For example, [email protected] is correct, while [email protected] is not a legitimate AIR email address. If you are unsure of the legitimacy of a communication you have received, please reach out to [email protected].

If you see a job scam, or lose money to one, report it to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) at ReportFraud.ftc.gov. You can also report it to your state attorney general. Learn more about how to avoid scams at ftc.gov/scams.

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AIR’s Total Rewards Program, is designed to reward our staff competitively and motivate them to achieve our critical mission. This position offers the anticipated annual salary as listed. Salary offers are made based on internal equity within the institution and external equity with competitive markets. Please note this is the annual salary range for candidates that are based in the United States.

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$30—$35 USD

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