Quantitative Researcher, Employment & Economic Opportunity Program

2 hours, 58 minutes ago
Full-time
Mid Level
Data Science and Analytics
American Institutes for Research

American Institutes for Research

American Institutes for Research is a leading behavioral and social science research organization dedicated to using rigorous evidence to enhance everyday life and address critical societal issues across various fields, including education, health, and...

Professional Services
1K-5K
Founded 1946

Description

  • Lead or contribute to the design and execution of rigorous research and evaluation projects.
  • Apply appropriate methods to collect, manage, analyze, and interpret data.
  • Translate complex findings into clear, 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 communication.
  • 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 team environment.

Requirements

  • PhD in a related field such as Statistics, Data Science, Survey Methodology, Economics, Public Policy, Public Health, Human Development, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, or a related discipline, or a master’s degree with at least 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 collecting field data using methods 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 such as R, Stata, or Python.
  • Knowledge of survey sampling, small area estimation, and statistical modeling.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to convey complex information in a virtual work environment.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines independently while working collaboratively.
  • 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.
  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis; employment-based visa sponsorship, including H-1B, is not available.
  • Depending on project work, qualified candidates may need to meet certain residency requirements.

Benefits

  • Anticipated annual salary range of $92,000 to $113,000 USD.
  • Remote work flexibility within the United States or the option to work from AIR U.S. office locations.
  • AIR’s Total Rewards Program designed to reward staff competitively.
  • Salary offers informed by internal and external equity considerations.
  • Equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer environment.
  • Reasonable accommodation support during the employment process.
  • Drug-free work environment.

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