Research Assistant, Learning Supports

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Virginia.

📋 Description

• Perform literature reviews to assist in research projects and proposal development activities.

• Prepare and clean datasets for analysis, which includes renaming variables, creating derived variables, and checking datasets for errors and missing values.

• Code and evaluate studies for research synthesis and evidence review initiatives.

• Execute quantitative and qualitative analyses, contributing to the reporting and interpretation of results.

• Facilitate communication and coordination with school and district leaders.

• Create and maintain spreadsheets, databases, and tracking tools to support project activities.

• Aid in business development by researching funding opportunities, conducting literature reviews, and assisting in proposal development.

• Help identify, review, and create scholarly materials that communicate research findings.

• Prepare research products, presentations, and communication materials for dissemination and delivery.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in social sciences or a related field.

• Familiarity with or experience in research methodologies and data collection methods, including research synthesis screening, survey design, structured interviews, observations, and focus groups.

• Experience with or willingness to learn communication tools and strategies, including social media platforms.

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy in data collection, analysis, and report preparation.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team setting.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

• Capability to manage multiple priorities and projects at the same time.

• Effective communication and collaboration skills in a virtual work environment.

• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.

• Capability to work and communicate effectively with project stakeholders and external partners.

• Currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis.

• Employment-based visa sponsorship, including H-1B sponsorship, is not available.

• May need to satisfy specific residency requirements based on project work.

• Selected candidates must complete reference and background checks.

• Must comply with AIR’s child safeguarding principles.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexibility for remote work within the United States or from an AIR U.S. office location.

• AIR Total Rewards Program.

• Equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employment practices.

• Reasonable accommodation for disabilities during the employment process.

• Drug-free work environment.

• Reference and background checks for selected candidates.