Quantitative Research Associate, International Development at American Institutes for Research
United States
$0.033k - $0.04k
<p><span style="color: rgb(22, 22, 24); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Join AIR as a <strong>Quantitative Research Associate</strong> and use your analytical skills and research expertise to help us deliver on our mission: to generate and use rigorous evidence that contributes to a better, more equitable world for all. The Quantitative Research Associate will contribute to a range of research, evaluation, and technical assistance projects by supporting data management, statistical analysis, and the interpretation and communication of research findings. The position will also contribute to organizational growth through support for business development and proposal development.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">This position will sit within AIR’s <strong>International Development</strong> program, supporting a range of research and technical assistance projects in low- and middle-income countries. The team works closely with major international donors, including the Gates Foundation, World Bank, U.S. Department of State, and UNICEF, to design and implement innovative approaches to inform policy and program design.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Candidates hired for the position may work remotely within the United States (U.S.) or from one of our U.S. office locations. This does not include U.S. territories.</span></p> <h3><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">About AIR:</span></h3> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">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. </span></p> <h4><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Responsibilities:</span></h4> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Assist project teams in compiling and synthesizing information (e.g., conducting literature reviews and policy scans). </span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Participate in the collection and review of research and evaluation data. </span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Analyze quantitative research data and contribute to the reporting and interpretation of findings. </span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Prepare documents, portions of reports, briefs, charts, and graphs that describe and interpret findings of analyses. </span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Support proposal writing and business development activities. </span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Support project management tasks, including developing project timelines, coordinating meetings, and tracking project progress. </span></li> </ul> <h4><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Qualifications:</span></h4> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Education, Knowledge, and Experience</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of experience, or a Master’s degree in the social sciences or related fields. </span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Experience using quantitative data analysis software programs (Stata, R, QGIS, Google Earth Engine). E</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Experience working in other countries.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Skills</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in data collection and report writing. </span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Ability to work independently and as part of a team. </span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite. </span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate efficiently in a virtual work environment. </span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Excellent organizational and time management skills. </span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Proficiency in language(s) other than English. </span></li> </ul> <h4><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Disclosures:</span></h4> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">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.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">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 any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law, including, but not limited to, actual or perceived race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braid, locks, and twists), creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition (e.g., cancer), sex, gender, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, civil union status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, genetic information, or military or veteran status.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">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.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">AIR maintains a <a class="hyperlink has-tooltip" href="https://www.air.org/sites/default/files/2023-05/Workplace-Drug-Policy-2023.pdf" target="_blank">drug-free work environment</a>.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE:</strong> 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 <a class="hyperlink has-tooltip" href="http://mailto:tboone@air.org/" target="_blank">tboone@air.org</a> or call 202.403.5000</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Fraudulent Job Scams Warning & Disclaimer:</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">AIR is aware of individuals falsely presenting themselves as AIR representatives. Fraudulent job scams seek to extract sensitive information or money from victims. To protect yourself, please be aware that AIR recruitment will only email you from an “@air.org” domain. Please take extra caution while examining the email address, for example jdoe@air.org is correct and jdoe@aircareers.org is not a legitimate AIR email address. If you are unsure of the legitimacy of a communication you have received, please reach out to <a class="hyperlink has-tooltip has-open-tooltip" href="mailto:recruitment@air.org" target="_blank">recruitment@air.org.</a></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">If you see a job scam, or lose money to one, report it to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) at <a class="hyperlink has-tooltip" href="https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/" target="_blank">ReportFraud.ftc.gov</a>. You can also report it to<a class="hyperlink has-tooltip" href="https://www.consumerresources.org/file-a-complaint/" target="_blank"> your state attorney general</a>. Find out more about how to avoid scams at <a class="hyperlink has-tooltip" href="https://consumer.ftc.gov/scams" target="_blank">ftc.gov/scams</a>.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">#LI-DP1 #LI-REMOTE</span></p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p><a href="https://www.air.org/build-career-air/benefits">AIR’s Total Rewards Program</a>, 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.</p></div><div class="title">Anticipated Hourly Rate Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$33</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$40 USD</span></div></div></div>
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