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About the Annenberg Institute:
The Annenberg Institute is Brown University’s education research institute. Our vibrant community includes Brown University faculty, postdoctoral research associates, staff, students, and multiple partners in Rhode Island and across the US. We partner with education leaders and global scholars to connect people, evidence, and practices to build toward a more effective and equitable education system that enables all students to thrive academically and in other ways. Our knowledge initiatives catalyze conversations across the research landscape, synthesizing what we know and mobilizing practitioners, policymakers, and researchers toward collaborative impact.
About the Opportunity:
The Senior Research Associate takes the lead in developing and leading key research analysis projects for the Annenberg Institute’s Higher Education, Rhode Island Education Research Initiatives, and Research Partnership for Professional Learning (RPPL) research teams, led by Annenberg faculty including Drs. Lindsay Page, John Papay, and Nathaniel Schwartz. Specific projects include:
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K-12 Educator Workforce in Rhode Island: Quantitative research related to the K12 educator workforce as part of our partnership with the RI Department of Education and local districts (required competencies include experience with quantitative data analysis related to the K-12 educator workforce)
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Education and the Economy: Quantitative research related to higher education and the workforce, particularly in Massachusetts and Rhode Island (required competencies include a background in higher education, with a preferred focus on transitions to higher education and the workforce and experience with quantitative longitudinal data analysis)
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Career Trajectories of Highly Effective Teachers: Qualitative research related to the career decisions and development of highly effective educators (required competencies include experience with mixed methods data analysis related to teacher labor markets and human capital)
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Educational Opportunity in Massachusetts: Quantitative or mixed methods research related to the educational experiences and pathways of students in Massachusetts (required competencies include experience with quantitative longitudinal data analysis related to educational pathways, pipeline transitions, and / or high school experiences, with a preferred focus on English learners and / or immigrant newcomers
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Research Partnership for Professional Learning: Quantitative, qualitative or mixed methods research related to teacher professional learning (required competencies include experience with quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods research focuses on teacher professional learning and / or teacher career development)
Responsibilities:
Reporting directly to the Principal Investigators, the Senior Research Associate drives all aspects of project planning for multiple research projects for this research team in a dynamic, layered team setting. The position applies extensive scientific and management methodologies specific to the research team with empirical vigor, advancing research efforts and minimizing research development risks with regard to quality, timelines, and funding. Positions takes a lead role in designing experiments, leads data collection and analysis efforts, develops project models, and writes academic papers, reports, presentations, and grant reports. This position requires a strong independent work ethic, interest in education, ability to collaborate with the research team and external partners, commitment to equity, and quantitative research skills. Candidates must possess a willingness and ability to support and promote a diverse and inclusive campus community as part of an organization that centers equity in its work.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience
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Master’s degree in related field (PhD or EdD preferred) with 5-7 years of research experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience
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Ability to work independently or as a member of a team
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Experience working on large-scale research studies
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A strong quantitative background.
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Strong background in education research.
Competencies:
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Strong analytical and writing skills.
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Training and expertise in utilizing quantitative research methods, including experience working with complex data sets.
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Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
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Strong ability to explain methods to research staff and provide guidance on models and interpretation of output.
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Experience reviewing code and ensuring data best practices are being followed by the research team.
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Experience distilling and translating substantive takeaways from analyses to policy/practitioner audience.
Additional Information:
This is a fixed term position with the possibility of renewal annually. This position is contingent on funding.
Submit your application here. Please include a cover letter, resume, transcript, and letters of recommendation or names of references (3) as a single .pdf document.
Background and education check required.
Benefits of Working at Brown:
Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here.