Manager, Efficacy and Insights

Manager of Efficacy and Learning Research

Location: Remote US--Must live and work with in US.

Job Overview:

The Manager of Efficacy and Learning Research is a core strategic leader and member of the R&D leadership team at ExploreK12. This is a team that seeks empirical answers to crucial questions such as: are all students succeeding? under what conditions? How do we best communicate our ROI to stakeholders? What improvements should we make to our products and services to optimize student success? As a key cross-functional partner, this role drives the vision and execution of research across the organization.

This position will work in close collaboration with the SVP, Product Strategy to set the research roadmap for ExploreK12. The Manager will collaborate with cross-functional teams including Product Management, Data Analytics, Learning Experience Design, UX/UI Design, Product Marketing, Sales Enablement, Growth Marketing, and Customer Success to scope and lead research projects that generate actionable insights to guide product development, validate product effectiveness, and support sales and marketing efforts with compelling, evidence-based impact stories. This position also manages and mentors a growing team of researchers, developing efficient systems for research execution and impact across the company.

Qualified candidates will have deep expertise in designing, conducting and supervising education research and the demonstrated ability to successfully implement innovative studies to address strategic research objectives. This position calls for an education research expert with the abilities to think strategically, delegate responsibility, and communicate effectively.

Job Responsibilities:

Strategic Research Leadership

• Define and lead the company-wide research roadmap in alignment with product, sales, and marketing goals.
• Serve as the central research point of contact for internal stakeholders, scoping research needs and translating them into high-impact studies.
• Ensure that research efforts deliver clear value to internal teams and external audiences by turning data into compelling, actionable insights.
• Represent the research team in cross-functional planning, contributing research-informed perspectives to strategic decisions across the business.

Project Management

• Oversee all phases of research, including the design, planning, and execution of research projects that assess product efficacy, inform product design, and identify key conditions for success.
• Simultaneously manage several complex research projects from conception to completion.
• Ensure that research projects are conducted with methodological rigor and in alignment with industry standards, privacy laws, and internal priorities.
• Develop and refine efficient research processes, timelines, and reporting systems to support research scalability.
• Oversee technical outputs and provide hands-on support for study design, data collection, analysis, and reporting.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, manage and grow a high-performing team of researchers to execute on strategic priorities.
• Provide mentorship, coaching, and professional development support tailored to each team member’s career goals and growth areas.
• Guide resource allocation and task delegation across team members to meet strategic priorities efficiently.

Organizational Thought Leadership

• Collaborate with Marketing to translate research findings into accessible formats (e.g., blog posts, infographics, talking points, whitepapers) for external audiences.
• Represent ExploreK12’s research at conferences, webinars, and industry events, contributing to our visibility as a leader in edtech efficacy.
• Proactively identify gaps and opportunities in how research is integrated into product, sales, and customer success strategies.

Job Requirements:

• Proven track record of designing and leading impactful education research studies in the U.S. K-12 EdTech industry..
• 5+ years of experience in education research, data science, or analytics, preferably in applied or industry settings.
• Deep expertise in qualitative and quantitative research methodology, including study design, recruitment and data collection, and data interpretation.
• Excellent analytic skills, including expertise in statistical analysis and experience using tools for statistical analysis (SPSS, SAS, Python, or R)
• Demonstrated success turning research into actionable insights for cross-functional stakeholders.
• Exemplary project management, organizational, and prioritization skills
• Exceptional collaborative mindset and interpersonal skills to work across product, marketing, and sales functions.
• Excellent communication and writing skills for both technical and non-technical audiences

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with experimental design or program evaluation in the context of education or learning sciences and/or in EdTech
• Experience working closely with cross-functional teams, including product, marketing, sales, and customer success
• Experience working with external research partners or firms
• Experience with learning analytics, educational data mining, and/or evidence-centered design
• Track record of building systems that scale research insights across product and customer touchpoints.
• Master’s degree in education, learning sciences, social science, or closely related field; PhD degree 

Why Work for Us

When you join ExploreK12™, you become part of a mission to help educators unlock brighter futures for every student.

As a trusted leader in educational technology, we serve more than 17 million students and educators across 150+ countries with innovative, research-backed learning solutions that truly make a difference. Our flagship products—Gizmos™, Raz-Plus®, and Reflex™—are beloved by educators and students alike for being as practical and effective as they are fun.

To learn more about our organization and the exciting work we do, visit www.ExploreK12.com.

Remote First Work Environment 

Our Remote First approach gives employees the flexibility and trust they need to effectively balance work with life. It creates a culture in which all employees are valued and where success is measured in results. It allows us to work collaboratively, inclusively and for greater positive impact, regardless of our individual locations.

If you will be working remotely, either occasionally or on a permanent basis, you must have a reliable internet connection through a cable or fiber-optic broadband service with minimum speeds of 10 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload.

The successful candidate will be expected to actively participate in video-based interviews during the recruiting process and ongoing virtual meetings with their camera on, as part of their role. To maintain confidentiality and ensure a fair evaluation process, the use of note-taking tools, reference materials, or AI-powered tools (including generative AI, language models, or similar technologies) during interviews or other selection activities is prohibited unless prior written approval has been obtained from the People Experience team. If you require an exception for medical, accessibility, or other reasons, please contact your Talent Acquisition team member to discuss accommodations in advance.

As part of our Remote-First benefits, Cambium offers reimbursement to help cover the cost of setting up your home or remote office.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

We are dedicated to fostering a culture that celebrates unique backgrounds, ideas, and experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender, gender identity/expression, or sexual orientation), national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or genetic information (including family medical history).

We will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.  You may request an accommodation during the recruiting process with your Talent Acquisition team member.