Research Assistant, Learning Supports

The role

This person will support a research portfolio focused on improving student learning outcomes. They will conduct literature reviews, prepare and clean data, and support recruitment for research studies.

What you will do

• Conduct literature reviews to support research projects and proposal development activities.
• Prepare and clean data for analysis.
• Code and review studies for research synthesis and evidence review projects.
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative analyses and contribute to reporting and interpretation of findings.
• Support efforts to recruit and engage schools and districts in research studies.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for schools and teachers.
• Develop and maintain spreadsheets, databases, and tracking tools.
• Support business development efforts by researching funding opportunities and contributing to proposal development.
• Assist in identifying, reviewing, and developing scholarly materials.
• Prepare research products, presentations, and communication materials.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in the social sciences or a related field.
• Knowledge of or experience with research methodologies and data collection approaches.
• Experience with or interest in learning communication tools and strategies, including social media platforms.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in data collection, analysis, and report preparation.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate efficiently in a virtual work environment.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with project stakeholders and external partners.

Nice to have

• Experience with or interest in learning software programs such as NVivo, R, or Stata for data analysis

Before you apply

• Must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis.
• Employment-based visa sponsorship is not available.
• Qualified candidates may need to meet certain residency requirements depending on project work.
• Selected candidates will undergo reference and background checks.

About the company

The American Institutes for Research (AIR) is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit organization that conducts behavioral and social science research and delivers technical assistance. It was founded in 1946 and is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.