Researcher, Employment and Economic Opportunity

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

📋 Description

• Lead or participate in comprehensive research and evaluation initiatives.

• Utilize qualitative and/or quantitative methodologies to gather, manage, analyze, and interpret data.

• Convert intricate findings into practical insights and recommendations for client reports, technical documents, and presentations.

• Assist in the development of proposals by drafting technical sections, formulating budgets, and contributing to proposal strategies.

• Oversee small to medium-sized tasks or project components, including timelines, deliverables, and client communication.

• Foster and maintain positive and collaborative relationships with clients.

• Mentor junior staff by providing feedback, training, and exemplifying research best practices.

• Engage with stakeholders and partners through meetings, briefings, and dissemination efforts.

• Promote a collaborative and inclusive work atmosphere.

• Report directly to the Employment and Economic Opportunity Program Area.

⛳️ Requirements

• PhD in a relevant field (Economics, Statistics, Public Policy, Public Health, Human Development, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, or related discipline), or a master’s degree with at least 4 years of applicable research experience.

• Experience in research or evaluation projects for federal, state, or local agencies, or other public or nonprofit organizations.

• Proven experience in research design, data analysis, and reporting.

• Experience in field data collection through interviews, focus groups, observations, and/or survey research.

• Proficiency in at least one statistical or qualitative analysis software, such as R, Stata, Python, NVivo, or Dedoose.

• Exceptional communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a virtual environment.

• Capability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines autonomously.

• Demonstrated ability to mentor junior staff and cultivate inclusive team dynamics.

• Strong organizational skills and time management abilities with a keen attention to detail.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and virtual collaboration platforms, such as Zoom, Teams, and SharePoint.

• Commitment to detail and accuracy in data analysis and report writing.

• Experience using STATA or R.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis.

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

• Qualified candidates may need to adhere to specific residency requirements based on project work.

• Selected candidates will be subject to reference and background checks.

• Candidates must comply with AIR’s child safeguarding principles.

🏝️ Benefits

• AIR’s Total Rewards Program.

• Equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer.

• Reasonable accommodations for disabilities during the employment process.

• Drug-free workplace.

• Reference and background checks for selected candidates.

• Remote work options within the United States or the ability to work from a U.S. office location.