Support research, evaluation, technical assistance, implementation, and continuous quality improvement (CQI) efforts focused on child welfare and K–20 education.
Help design and administer data collection activities (e.g., surveys, interviews, focus groups)
Analyze qualitative and quantitative data, conduct literature reviews, create data visualizations, and draft high-quality deliverables for federal, state, and local agencies and foundations.
Collaborate closely with project teams, support client communications, and contribute to proposal development.
Support focus groups, including participant recruitment, logistics, note-taking, and summary reporting.
Design, field, and monitor surveys (online and/or paper), including instrument testing and quality checks.
Analyze quantitative data using statistical software (e.g., R, Stata, SAS, SPSS), including cleaning, merging, validation, and documentation.
Conduct and support interviews and focus groups; analyze and synthesize qualitative data using coding software (e.g., Dedoose, NVivo, Atlas.ti).
Draft reports, briefs, and presentations for technical and non-technical audiences; incorporating feedback and ensuring editorial quality.
Create clear, accurate data visualizations and support project teams in using data for decision-making.
Conduct literature reviews and contribute to research briefs, memos, and other written products.

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Public Policy, Social Science, or a related discipline (master’s preferred)
2+ years of experience conducting qualitative and/or quantitative data collection, research analysis, or evaluation
Demonstrated ability to produce clear, professional, high-quality written deliverables
Demonstrated ability to manage work products independently and deliver tasks on time
Professional Skills Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing and presenting to varied audiences
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, changing environment
Collaborative, proactive work style; able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Interest in K–12, postsecondary, and child welfare systems and improving outcomes for children and families

Child Welfare and Education Research Analyst

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