Senior Education Programs Strategy Lead (Remote)

Mathematica, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 125,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Mathematica, Inc. seeks a Senior Managing Consultant to lead education program improvement, research, and technical assistance projects. You will oversee multidisciplinary teams, manage complex tasks, and engage clients to translate evidence into actionable strategies.

The role requires a Ph.D. or equivalent and at least six years of education research or policy experience, including work with state/local education agencies.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent in education, economics, public policy, sociology, statistics, or related field or a combination of equivalent education and work experience.
• Six or more years of professional experience conducting education research or program or policy support.
• Current or recent experience as an education practitioner (teacher, administrator, district/state staff).
• Experience working with state/local education agencies and partnerships across the country.
• Expertise in improving educational outcomes in areas like educator prep, materials, school improvement, or career readiness.
• Expertise in adult learning, coaching, change management, and continuous improvement processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support program improvement, research and evaluation, and technical assistance projects.
• Oversee teams, manage projects, and develop client solutions.
• Collaborate with clients to develop program improvement and evaluation strategies.
• Aggregate and present data to assess program performance and develop recommendations.
• Plan and facilitate webinars, trainings, and meetings with government clients and partners.
• Mentor staff and contribute to proposals and staff development.

Skills

Education program design

Policy analysis

Project management

Team leadership

Client engagement

Data interpretation

Change management

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent in education, economics, public policy, sociology, statistics, or related field

Job description

Mathematica, Inc. seeks a Senior Managing Consultant to lead education program improvement, research, and technical assistance projects. You will oversee multidisciplinary teams, manage complex tasks, and engage clients to translate evidence into actionable strategies.

The role requires a Ph.D. or equivalent and at least six years of education research or policy experience, including work with state/local education agencies.