Research Assistant, Learning Supports

Join AIR as a Research Assistant with our Learning Supports Team. The Learning Supports Team helps to transform educational systems, ensuring early and equal access to learning so every child and family can flourish.

This position has the flexibility to work remotely within the United States (U.S.) or from one of AIR’s U.S. office locations. This does not include U.S. territories. 

About AIR:

Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, the American Institutes for Research (AIR) is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit organization that conducts behavioral and social science research and delivers technical assistance to address some of the most pressing challenges in the United States and globally. We generate evidence and apply data-driven solutions that expand opportunities and improve lives for all.

Responsibilities: 

• Conduct literature reviews to support projects and proposals. 
• Code studies for research synthesis projects. 
• Analyze quantitative and qualitative research data and contribute to the reporting and interpretation of findings. 
• Support communication with school and district leaders. 
• Develop spreadsheets and data bases to support project activities. 
• Provide new business and proposal development support by engaging in such tasks as researching funding opportunities, conducting literature reviews, writing proposal sections, etc. 
• Assist staff in the review, identification and development of scholarly information describing research findings. 

Qualifications:

Education, Knowledge, and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in the social sciences or related fields. 
• Experience with and/or knowledge of data collection and analysis methodologies and techniques, such as screening for research synthesis, survey design, and conducting structured interviews, observations, and focus groups.
• Experience with or inclination to learn and use database programs such as Airtable is preferred, but not required. 
• Experience with or inclination to learn and use software programs such as NVivo, R, or Stata to analyze data is preferred, but not required. 

Skills

• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in data collection and report writing. 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite. 
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously. 
• Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate efficiently in a virtual work environment. 
• Excellent organizational and time management skills. 

Disclosures: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) is not available for this position. Depending on project work, qualified candidates may need to meet certain residency requirements.

American Institutes for Research is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. AIR adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo reference and background checks. AIR maintains a drug-free work environment. 

ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE: If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, please send an email to Taliba Boone at tboone@air.org or call 202.403.5000.

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AIR’s Total Rewards Program, is designed to reward our staff competitively and motivate them to achieve our critical mission. This position offers the anticipated annual salary as listed. Salary offers are made based on internal equity within the institution and external equity with competitive markets. Please note this is the annual salary range for candidates that are based in the United States.

Anticipated Hourly Rate Range$24—$32 USD