Sr Research Scientist

Accountabilities

• Serve as a trusted research advisor to school districts, researchers, educators, and internal stakeholders, helping them interpret assessment data and research evidence appropriately for educational decision-making.
• Lead research consulting engagements from initial scoping through delivery by clarifying questions, defining appropriate methodologies, conducting analyses, and communicating findings and recommendations.
• Independently access, query, analyze, and manage large-scale assessment datasets using tools such as R, Python, or SQL within a Snowflake data environment.
• Apply advanced expertise in educational research, assessment, measurement, and research design to address complex, ambiguous, and partner-specific questions.
• Translate technical research findings, statistical analyses, and assessment concepts into clear, practical guidance for audiences with varying levels of technical expertise.
• Design and deliver partner-facing presentations, technical consultations, custom analyses, data visualizations, research reports, policy briefs, practitioner materials, and other accessible research products.
• Collaborate across research, education, technology, and business teams to respond effectively to partner needs while identifying opportunities to create reusable resources and scalable solutions.
• Conduct and contribute to rigorous applied research using large-scale assessment and longitudinal education data in alignment with broader research priorities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with educators, district leaders, researchers, and cross-functional colleagues.
• Manage multiple consulting engagements and research responsibilities simultaneously while maintaining high-quality deliverables and agreed timelines.
• Travel approximately 10–20% of the time for partner engagements, conferences, and other internal or external events.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Education, Educational Measurement, Public Policy, Economics, Psychology, Sociology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience conducting educational research and/or providing research, data, or assessment consultation, preferably involving large-scale assessment or longitudinal education data.
• Strong quantitative research expertise and the ability to select and apply appropriate methodologies to applied research questions.
• Proficiency with statistical and analytical tools such as R, Stata, Python, or similar software; strong SQL skills and experience independently querying large-scale datasets are preferred.
• Experience working directly with educators, district or state leaders, researchers, or other stakeholders to scope and address research and data questions.
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex research findings, analyses, and assessment concepts into practical recommendations for nontechnical audiences.
• Experience independently managing partner-facing projects from scoping and analysis through final delivery.
• Strong understanding of K–12 educational assessment and measurement, including appropriate applications and limitations of assessment data.
• Knowledge of K–12 education policy and practice, as well as the strengths and limitations of different research designs and data sources.
• Ability to move comfortably between technical research, quantitative analysis, and partner-facing consultation.
• Strong judgment and problem-solving skills, with the ability to clarify ambiguous questions, identify underlying needs, and recommend appropriate analytical approaches.
• Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with audiences with varying levels of research expertise.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, collaborate across disciplines, and consistently deliver high-quality work on schedule.
• Experience with Tableau or other data visualization tools is preferred.
• Familiarity with MAP Growth, its reporting ecosystem, appropriate uses, and applications across educational contexts is a plus.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, adaptable, action-oriented environment and demonstrate curiosity, courage, sound judgment, and a commitment to continuous learning.
• Ability to work remotely within the United States and travel approximately 10–20% as required.

Benefits

• Salary range of $120,000–$130,000 USD, with compensation determined based on skills, experience, education, and location.
• Comprehensive employee benefits and a supportive workplace culture.
• Remote work opportunity within the United States.
• Opportunities to contribute to meaningful research with potential impact on K–12 education and student outcomes.
• Opportunities for professional growth, continuous learning, and collaboration with multidisciplinary research and education professionals.
• Exposure to large-scale assessment data, applied research initiatives, and data-driven educational decision-making.
• A collaborative environment focused on learning, experimentation, innovation, and shared objectives.
• Approximately 10–20% travel for partner consulting engagements, conferences, and other professional events.
• Application deadline of August 25, 2026, with applications encouraged as early as possible.