Research Assistant, Learning Outcomes & Ed Tech (Remote)

American Institutes for Research; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

American Institutes for Research seeks a Research Assistant for its Learning Supports program. The role supports a growing portfolio of research focused on improving student learning outcomes, including projects related to instruction, education technology, leadership development, and supports for English learners and students with disabilities.

The ideal candidate will bring enthusiasm for communicating about project and organizational initiatives and contribute across program activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in the social sciences or a related field.
• Knowledge of or experience with research methodologies and data collection approaches (e.g., synthesis screening, survey design, interviews, focus groups).
• Experience with learning communication tools and strategies (e.g., social media).
• Experience with or interest in software such as NVivo, R, or Stata for data analysis is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct literature reviews to support research projects and proposal development.
• Prepare and clean data for analysis, including variable renaming and deriving variables.
• Code and review studies for research synthesis and evidence reviews.
• Perform quantitative and qualitative analyses and assist in reporting findings.
• Support recruitment and coordination with schools and districts for research studies.
• Serve as primary contact for schools and teachers, coordinating data collection activities.
• Develop and maintain spreadsheets, databases, and tracking tools.
• Assist business development by researching funding opportunities and literature reviews.
• Prepare research materials and presentations for dissemination.

Skills

Communication

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Time management

Independent work

Microsoft Office

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in social sciences

Tools

NVivo

R

Stata

Job description

American Institutes for Research seeks a Research Assistant for its Learning Supports program. The role supports a growing portfolio of research focused on improving student learning outcomes, including projects related to instruction, education technology, leadership development, and supports for English learners and students with disabilities.

The ideal candidate will bring enthusiasm for communicating about project and organizational initiatives and contribute across program activities.