at AMERICAN INSTITUTES FOR RESEARCH in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Quantitative Research Associate, International Development (U.S.)
Job Location
US-Remote | US-VA-Arlington | US-IL-Chicago | US-MD-Rockville | US-MA-Waltham
Job ID
13036
Job Location
United States
Category
Research
Overview
Join AIR as a Quantitative Research Associate with our International Development Division (IDD) and make a difference, improving the quality of life for individuals and communities in low and middle income countries. The position offers an opportunity to gain first-hand quantitative data management and research experience on exciting evaluations of development programs. AIR's IDD work spans the globe with projects in Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Europe, Central and Latin America, and the Middle East.
Our IDD team is committed and engaged because we drive positive change in the following areas:
Agriculture, food, and nutrition
Early childhood development and education
Refugees and migration
Social protection
Water, sanitation, and infrastructure
Women's empowerment
Workforce development
Use your experience, knowledge, and education to help us deliver on our mission: to contribute to a better, more equitable world.
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.
About AIR:
Established in 1946, with headquarters in Arlington, Virginia, AIR is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit institution that conducts behavioral and social science research and delivers technical assistance to solve some of the most urgent challenges in the U.S. and around the world. We advance evidence in the areas of education, health, the workforce, human services, and international development to create a better, more equitable world.
AIR's commitment to diversity goes beyond legal compliance to its full integration in our strategy, operations, and work environment. At AIR, we define diversity broadly, considering everyone's unique life and community experiences. We believe that embracing diverse perspectives, abilities/disabilities, racial/ethnic and cultural backgrounds, styles, ages, genders, gender identities and expressions, education backgrounds, and life stories drives innovation and employee engagement. Learn more about AIR's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Strategy and hear from our staff by clicking here.
Responsibilities
Collect, compile, validate, interpret, and analyze data and trends using standard practices and techniques
Perform computer modeling or simulation or simple to moderately complex forecasting using standard software packages
Apply quantitative and/or qualitative analysis techniques and methods
Work on moderately complex assignments under indirect supervision
Conduct literature reviews and write sections of proposals and deliverables
Responsible for maintaining and checking the accuracy of data for assigned projects
Communicate project support needs and requests to senior management and clientele, provide administrative support where applicable
Utilize external resources to supplement, organize, and contribute to tasks and projects
Budget management and development
Qualifications
Education, Knowledge, and Experience:
Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 2 years of experience or Master's degree in such fields as social sciences, statistics, quantitative methods or related field
Experience with STATA
Proficiency in French
Experience with word processing, spreadsheet, and database software
Experience working in other countries
Skills:
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with individuals at all levels and from diverse backgrounds
Strong organizational
Ability to work independently on detailed assignments
Flexible, self-motivating and able to manage multiple tasks efficiently
Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate efficiently in a virtual work environment
Willingness to travel as needed
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.
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... For full info follow application link.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
