Research Statistician I

College Board; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first policy

Annual bonuses

Competitive benefits

Job summary

College Board is seeking a Research Statistician I for the Advanced Placement Psychometric team. This fully remote role involves statistical analyses, data manipulation, and quality documentation across large-scale datasets to support AP program outcomes.

You will work on operational and research projects, develop analytical models, and contribute to reports and publications while collaborating with cross-functional colleagues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in statistics or equivalent experience.
• 1–3 years of proficiency with statistical analysis programming (SAS, R, or Python).
• Experience handling and manipulating large-scale data.
• MS Office with scripting/automation emphasis.

Responsibilities

• Perform standardized analyses on operational data.
• Produce tables and visuals of large-scale results.
• Write basic queries and reports from various data files.
• Maintain data documentation and QC processes.
• Support research initiatives and provide data to researchers.

Skills

Statistics

Data analysis

SAS

R

Python

Education

Bachelor’s degree in statistics

Tools

SAS

R

Python

Job description

Research Statistician 1 College Board – Learning and Assessment

Location: This is a fully remote role. Candidates who live near New York offices have the option of being fully remote or hybrid. Type: This is a full-time position

About the Team

The Research Department at College Board is a dynamic and influential team, consisting of highly skilled professionals, dedicated to building outstanding tools to support the critical, mission-driven work of College Board. Through rigorous and innovative research, our team ensures that our programs and services are grounded in robust data and sound methodologies. Our work not only supports the development of high-quality assessments and educational resources but also drives the organization’s mission to connect students to college success and opportunity. The team's impact is far-reaching, enhancing the educational experiences and outcomes for millions of students nationwide.

About the Opportunity

As a Research Statistician I on our Advanced Placement Psychometric team, you will play a vital role in both operational and research psychometric work. This position offers you the chance to innovate and discover new or improved methods to enhance our processes. You will engage in both individual and collaborative efforts with your team members and the broader organization, focusing on operational data and statistical analyses, research discovery, documentation, procedures, reporting projects, and research initiatives. Join us to make a significant impact on our mission and advance your career in a supportive learning environment.

In this role, you will:

• Statistical Analysis (30%)
• Support operational work by performing standardized analyses
• Support statistical analyses using large-scale internal data
• Produce standard tables and graphical displays of large-scale statistical results
• Produce data aggregations (descriptive statistics, correlation coefficients)
• Write basic queries, programs, and generate reports representing a variety of formats
• Work with a variety of data files representing item-, student-, school-, district-, institution-, state- and national-levels
• Data Manipulation (30%)
• Help organize data into a variety of formats to permit for use in specialized statistical software used for research or psychometric work
• Manipulate output from statistical analysis for use in statistical analyses
• Quality Management (30%)
• Maintain process maps and procedures for efficient and thorough documentation of how the statistical analyses were completed and reports were generated
• Create and maintain dataset documentation and layouts
• Implement QC procedures on all statistical analyses
• Identifying and implementing the quality checks and validations for critical business process changes/impacts
• Performing detailed review of project deliverables/outputs such as process documents, publications, requirements etc.
• Research (10%)
• Support the fulfillment of large-scale, strategically important research and analysis projects
• Undertake research and analysis projects as secondary investigator
• Implement QC procedures on all statistical analyses
• Provide personalized data representing a variety of data sources (internal) to research scientists and psychometricians
• These data include student performance, meta data, standards, student overall test scores, school/district/institution data and related attributes
• Provide research support and guidance to colleagues

About You

• You have: Bachelor’s degree in statistics, social science, math/science field or equivalent experience
• One to three years of demonstrated proficiency with statistical analysis programing (SAS, R, or Python preferred)
• Experience handling and manipulating large-scale data
• Experience with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook), with an emphasis on MS Word and Excel scripting and programming skills, and data-oriented personality
• Strong organization, prioritization, and multitasking skills, both independently and as the member of a team
• Adept problem-solving skills, including using data to inform decisions and actions
• Proficiency in developing and implementing analytical models with complex data
• Research skills and expertise in methodology
• Ability to translate general inquiries into analysis questions and tasks
• Organizational and time management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Keen attention to detail
• Ability to function in a team-oriented unit
• You must be authorized to work in the US

About Our Process

Application review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. While the hiring process may vary, it generally includes: resume and application submission, recruiter phone screen, hiring manager interview, performance exercise and/or panel interview, and reference checks. This is approximately an 8-to-12-week process.

About Our Benefits and Compensation

College Board offers a competitive benefits and compensation program that attracts top talent looking to make a difference in education. As a self-sustaining nonprofit, we believe in compensating employees equitably in relation to each other, their qualifications, their impact, and the relevant market. The hiring range for a new employee in this position is $56,000 to $100,000. College Board differentiates salaries by location so where you live will narrow the portion of this range in which you can expect a salary. Your salary will be carefully determined based on your location, relevant experience, the external labor market, and the pay of College Board employees in similar roles. College Board strives to provide our best offer up front based on these criteria. Your salary is only one part of all that College Board offers, including but not limited to: A comprehensive package designed to support the well-being of employees and their families and promote education. Our robust benefits package includes health, dental, and vision insurance, generous paid time off, paid parental leave, fertility benefits, pet insurance, tuition assistance, retirement benefits, and more Recognition of exceptional performance through annual bonuses, salary growth over time through market increases, and opportunities for merit raises and promotions based on increased scope of responsibility A job that matters, a team that cares, and a place to learn, innovate and thrive You can expect to have transparent conversations about benefits and compensation with our recruiters throughout your application process.

About Our Culture

Our community matters, and we strive to practice and improve our culture daily. Here are some headlines: We are motivated to positively impact the educational and career trajectories of millions of students a year. We prioritize building a diverse and inclusive team where every employee can thrive, and every voice is heard. We offer a transparent approach to promotions and merit raises, annual performance-based bonuses, and how to grow your career here over time.

• Our six affinity groups: ARISE (Alliance for Asian Retention, Inclusion, Success, and Engagement; DIASPORA (Alliance for Pan-African Success and Achievement); Pride (alliance for LGBTQ+ staff and allies); Resilience (alliance for Native staff and advocates); SALSA (Staff Alliance for Latinx Success and Achievement); and WIN (Women's Impact Network).
• We know that our impact is strongest together.
• Our College Board Cares program offers all staff up to $1,000 annual match against partner non-profit organizations.

College Board reaches more than 7 million students a year, helping them navigate the path from high school to college and career. We’re a mission-driven, not-for-profit membership organization dedicated to excellence in education. Founded 125 years ago, we are committed to clearing a path for all students to own their future. We pioneered programs like the SAT® and AP® to expand opportunities for students and help them develop the skills they need. Our BigFuture® program helps students plan for college, pay for college, and explore careers. Learn more at cb.org. Clearing a path for all students to own their future. At College Board, our work is guided by four Operating Principles, and we seek team members who not only align with these principles but actively live them out in their day-to-day work. Prioritize and Simplify - We focus on what matters most, reduce complexity, and move quickly when needed. Say and Receive - We give and receive feedback candidly and kindly, welcoming growth and healthy debate. Go for Greatness - We pursue excellence using data, iteration, and bold thinking to raise the bar. Lead as One College Board - We build a culture of trust, inclusion, and shared responsibility for long-term impact.

In addition to a competitive salary and benefits, we offer: Annual bonuses and opportunities for merit-based raises and promotions A mission-driven workplace where your impact matters A team that invests in your development and success Learn more about College Board’s Operating Principles, Our Remote-first Workplace Policy, Benefits, Recruiting Process and More.

College Board is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We’re committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status.