Principal Researcher/Research Manager

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💎 Seniority level: Principal, Minimum of 10 years postdoctoral experience

📍 Location: Palo Alto, CA, Washington, DC

💸 Salary: 140000 - 250000 USD per year

🔍 Industry: Education policy research

🏢 Company: Learning Policy Institute👥 51-100 Education Consulting Non Profit

🗣️ Languages: English

⏳ Experience: Minimum of 10 years postdoctoral experience

🪄 Skills: LeadershipProject ManagementData AnalysisProduct ManagementProject CoordinationCross-functional Team LeadershipCommunication SkillsAnalytical SkillsCollaborationProblem SolvingMentoringAttention to detailOrganizational skillsPresentation skillsTime ManagementWritten communicationCoaching

Requirements:

Doctoral degree in an education specialization or related fields.
Minimum of 10 years postdoctoral experience conducting policy research studies.
At least 5 years of experience as Principal Investigator.
Proficiency in quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods.
Demonstrated track record of publications.
Experience in communicating research findings to policy audiences.
Knowledge of state or federal education policy issues.
Ability to obtain grant or contract funding.
Experience mentoring junior staff.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Preferred experience leading multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities:

Lead and manage research studies that inform education policy.
Mentor and develop junior staff members.
Set project standards and monitor progress.
Work collaboratively with research, policy, and communications staff.
Translate independent research into actionable ideas for educational practice.

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