Title: Associate Director of Research
Salary range: $115,000
Reports in office: Center for Education Policy Research (CEPR)
Reports to: CEPR’s Director of Research
City: Cambridge, MA
Institution: Harvard Graduate School of Education
Job Summary
Associate Director of Research at the Center for Education Policy Research (CEPR) at Harvard University oversees and develops the analytical work for a portfolio of research projects, contributes to the broader strategic vision of projects, and assures the quality of analytic products. CEPR partners with school districts, charter school networks, and state education agencies to bring high-quality research methods and data analysis to bear on strategic management and policy decisions. We believe that (1) policy and management decisions directly influence the ability of schools and teachers to improve student achievement; and (2) valid and reliable data analysis significantly improves the quality of decision-making.
Position Description
Key responsibilities of the Associate Director include:
* Oversee and develop a portfolio of analytic research projects across the research life cycle including the establishment of research questions, design of the study, grant writing, collection of data, analysis, and writing of reports and academic papers.
* Lead a team of faculty and researchers in developing education research projects to study causal effects using randomized control trials or quasi-experimental designs, to create data diagnostics or dashboards, or to develop analytic tools and processes.
* Hire and supervise research managers and research analysts for projects, coach fellows, and lead workshops.
* Provide technical training to analysts and fellows on research methods and selection of appropriate statistical methods.
* Work with project PIs and directors to help manage the analytic portion of the budget, write grant reports, and set the project's vision.
* Manage the successful execution of research projects by developing work plans, meeting key project deadlines, and coordinating work for current and future CEPR projects.
* Build trusting, professional relationships with internal collaborators, including data administration staff, program staff, and principal investigators.
* Ensure the quality and reproducibility of the research by designing rigorous studies, using appropriate statistical models and tests, reviewing output, and developing protocols for documenting and checking analytic work.
* Perform complex statistical programming as needed.
* Contribute to and create research reports and academic publications. Disseminate findings through meetings and conferences.
Basic Qualifications
Advanced degree (master's or higher) in economics, education, public policy, statistics, or a related field. 3+ years management responsibility and demonstrated ability to lead a team. 6+ years experience in quantitative research with responsibility for data management and cleaning, analysis, and report writing.
Experience with statistical programming and analysis in Stata and/or R and willingness to learn another software package.
This is a one-year term position from the date of hire, with the possibility of extension, contingent upon work performance and continued funding to support the position.
Candidates must submit a resume, cover letter, and either include a list of publications on their resume or upload a sample academic paper as part of their application.
All candidates invited for an interview will need to complete a case. The finalist will be asked to do a short presentation.
Additional Qualifications and Skills
PhD in a related social science field using quantitative methods strongly preferred. Experience developing project ideas and partnerships, grant writing, and/or project budgeting. Experience in working with K-12 and postsecondary data sets.
Practical experience with a variety of research methods such as randomized control trials, value-added models, instrumental variables, synthetic controls, Bayesian estimation, and/or machine learning is a plus.
Ability to teach, support, and/or train others in analysis, the use of data tools, and programming through individual coaching or group learning experiences. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, in particular an ability to communicate technical topics to non-technical audiences.
This is a Hybrid position with three days in the Cambridge office and two days remote.
About the Harvard Graduate School of Education
Many choose to work at the Harvard Graduate School of Education because they believe in our mission and are excited by our vision for the future. We have a reputation as a great place to work, for our excellent leadership, and we are a strong community that values diversity.
Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year, 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year, and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary caregivers.
Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
EOE Statement: We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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