Research Scientist – Youth Policy

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

📋 Description

• Act as the principal investigator for research proposals focused on youth inequality.

• Develop studies aimed at evaluating programs, policies, and practices that aim to mitigate inequality in youth outcomes.

• Collaborate with agencies and practitioners through research-practice partnerships.

• Oversee the collection and analysis of data using quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-methods approaches.

• Craft research narratives, methodologies, and dissemination strategies.

• Provide qualifications and past-performance narratives for WIL proposals upon authorization of naming.

⛳️ Requirements

• Proven experience in leading research related to youth outcomes, inequality, or associated education and social policy.

• Publications in peer-reviewed journals or significant research reports.

• Proficient in quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-methods skills.

• Background in collaborating with agencies or practitioners.

• Comfortable working as a project-based contract collaborator; remote work within the US.

• PhD is preferred in sociology, economics, psychology, education, public policy, or a related discipline.

• Prior experience as a principal investigator or co-principal investigator on foundation-funded research.

• Experience in research-practice partnerships.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance options.

• Flexible work schedule.

• Opportunities for professional development and continued education.

• Collaborative and supportive team environment.