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About the Role

Join AIR as a Quantitative Research Associate 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. This position will sit within AIR’s International Development 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.

Responsibilities

Assist project teams in compiling and synthesizing information (e.g., conducting literature reviews and policy scans).
Participate in the collection and review of research and evaluation data.
Analyze quantitative research data and contribute to the reporting and interpretation of findings.
Prepare documents, portions of reports, briefs, charts, and graphs that describe and interpret findings of analyses.
Support proposal writing and business development activities.
Support project management tasks, including developing project timelines, coordinating meetings, and tracking project progress.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of experience, or a Master’s degree in the social sciences or related fields.
Experience using quantitative data analysis software programs (Stata, R, QGIS, Google Earth Engine).
Experience working in other countries.
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.

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.
Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate efficiently in a virtual work environment.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Proficiency in language(s) other than English.

Location

Remote within the United States (U.S.)
U.S. office locations

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

2+ years of experience

Education Level

Bachelor's degree
Master's degree

Salary/Compensations

$33—$40 USD

Benefits

AIR’s Total Rewards Program

About the Company

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.

Equal Opportunity

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.
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.