Senior Research Methodologist Remote

Accesslex Institute; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

AccessLex Institute in Washington, DC is seeking a Senior Research Methodologist to strengthen the methodological rigor of the Center for Legal Education Excellence. The role covers quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods research, guiding design, data analysis, and the interpretation and communication of findings.

The position supports AccessLex’s research agenda on law school access and the value of legal education, supervising analysts and shaping long-term plans; remote work is possible

Qualifications

• Experience with quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods research.
• Ability to produce publication-ready research outputs.
• Strong data analysis, interpretation, and communication of findings.

Responsibilities

• Lead and shape research initiatives advancing empirical understanding of law school access and education value.
• Oversee multiple projects with limited supervision, including timelines and stakeholder materials.
• Manage 1-2 analysts, provide guidance and support professional development.
• Design and implement advanced research strategies, including model specification and analyses.
• Establish QA procedures for data collection, management, and analysis.
• Produce clear tables, figures, dashboards, and graphical displays for diverse audiences.
• Prepare or lead the preparation of research outputs and reports.

Skills

Quantitative research

Qualitative research

Mixed-methods research

Data analysis

Visualization

Project management

Team leadership

Job description

Career Opportunities with ACCESSLEX INSTITUTE

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For nearly 40 years, nonprofit AccessLex Institute® has been partnering with our member institutions – the nearly 200 state-affiliated and nonprofit ABA-approved law schools – to meet the ever-changing needs and challenges of law students and the legal education community we serve. From providing free resources for every step of the law school journey to maximizing the value and affordability of a law degree through research and policy advocacy, we exist to increase access and further the success of aspiring lawyers from admission to law school to admission to the bar. Helix Bar Review is our latest service in pursuit of our nonprofit mission – empowering the next generation of lawyers.

AccessLex combines mission-driven work with long-term financial strength. Backed by nearly $1 billion in net assets that funds a $40+ million annual operating budget, we’re built to advance our mission for the long haul, and we accomplish this by investing in the resources, programs, and personnel that ensure sustained growth and furtherance of our organizational goals. Learn more at AccessLex.org and HelixBarReview.org .

This is remote position; however, incumbent is expected to work 8:15am-5pm eastern regardless of time zone residing in as work is currently team/project based. Annual salary is $100,000-105,000. Please submit a cover letter.

Job Summary

The Senior Research Methodologist is a key member of the Research Programs department— the Center for Legal Education Excellence — responsible for strengthening the methodological rigor, credibility, and strategic value of the Center’s research. The position provides methodological guidance across quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods research; designs and executes advanced research and evaluation approaches; and advises internal colleagues, grantees, law school partners, and other stakeholders on research design, data analysis, interpretation, and communication of findings.

The role supports AccessLex Institute’s research agenda by leading and shaping complex research initiatives related to law school access, academic and bar success, and the value of legal education. The Senior Research Methodologist manages multiple research projects with limited oversight; supervises, coaches, and develops research analysts; produces polished, publication-ready work products; and contributes to the development and execution of the Center’s long-term research plans.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Lead and substantially shape research initiatives that advance empirical understanding of law school access, academic and bar success, and the value of legal education.
• Lead or co-lead multiple research projects with limited oversight, including the development of research questions, analytic plans, project timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder-facing materials.
• Manage 1-2 research analysts, including assigning work, setting expectations, providing feedback, and supporting professional development.
• Design and execute advanced quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods research strategies, including appropriate model specification, robustness checks, sensitivity analyses, and documentation of analytic decisions.
• Devise, implement, and document quality assurance procedures for data collection, data management, statistical analysis, visualization, and written research products.
• Produce clear, accurate, and compelling tables, figures, dashboards, and graphical displays for technical and nontechnical audiences.
• Prepare or lead the preparation