Research Scientist — Policy & Evaluation Leader

Newark Public Schools; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 85,513 - 107,786; Full time

Job summary

Newark Board of Education in Newark invites qualified candidates to apply for the position of Research Scientist within the Office of Policy, Planning, Evaluation & Testing. Under general direction, independently initiates and conducts a research program, coordinates with other programs, and supervises staff as appropriate.

Requires Doctorate degree and four years of related experience; Tableau development with SQL, Power BI, Python and Excel are preferred.

Qualifications

• Doctorate required in a discipline appropriate to the position.
• Four years of related experience.
• Tableau development with SQL, Power BI, Python and Excel preferred.
• Driver's license required only if vehicle operation is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Initiates and conducts a research program independently under general direction.
• Coordinates the program with other divisions and agencies as appropriate.
• Supervises personnel engaged in research activities and evaluates staff.
• Prepares clear, scientifically sound reports of research results.
• Acts as a scientific consultant within the department.

Skills

Tableau

SQL

Power BI

Python

Excel

Education

Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in a discipline appropriate to the position

Job description

Newark Board of Education in Newark invites qualified candidates to apply for the position of Research Scientist within the Office of Policy, Planning, Evaluation & Testing. Under general direction, independently initiates and conducts a research program, coordinates with other programs, and supervises staff as appropriate.

Requires Doctorate degree and four years of related experience; Tableau development with SQL, Power BI, Python and Excel are preferred.