[Remote] Principal Researcher/Sr. Fellow & Project Leader - Education (Remote Eligible)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Mathematica is a company that applies expertise in data, methods, policy, and practice to improve well-being worldwide. They are seeking a Principal Researcher or Senior Fellow to lead research and evaluation projects in education, focusing on K-12 and postsecondary topics such as literacy, education technology, and program improvement.ResponsibilitiesLead research and evaluation, program improvement, and technical assistance projects in educationDevelop evidence-based resources to guide education policymakers and practitionersDesign and lead evaluations of federal education policies and programsServe as a learning and evaluation partner for state and local education agencies and postsecondary institutionsConduct rigorous evaluations of education technology in partnership with school districtsDirect projects, identify and develop new opportunities, lead proposals, and mentor staffSkillsPh.D. or equivalent in education (measurement or policy analysis), economics, sociology, public policy, or a related field or a combination of equivalent education and work experience10 or more years of experience (principal researcher) or 15/+ years of experience (senior fellow) working with or evaluating education programs/interventionsExtensive knowledge of federal education programs and approaches for improving educational outcomes for children, such as educator preparation and professional development, high quality instructional materials, school improvement strategies, special education services, and college and career readiness programsExperience partnering with state and local education agencies or other practitioners through research-practice partnerships, including projects focused on a variety of activities such as training and technical assistance, program or curriculum development, or continuous improvement. Candidates with direct experience working in state and local education agencies or supporting state and local education agencies across the country are particularly encouraged to applyEvidence of successful business development activities with the federal government, state or local education agencies, non-profits, or foundationsExperience interacting with philanthropy, state and local education agencies, postsecondary education institutions, or other program practitioners through activities such as training and technical assistance, program or curriculum developmentAbility to develop research and policy questions and establish policy and technical frameworks for addressing themAbility to develop and implement solutions to critical issues facing government and private program providersExperience conducting quality assurance to strengthen deliverablesExcellent oral and written communication skills, including experience communicating research questions, designs, and findings in non-technical language to educators, school district leaders, postsecondary education institutions, states, federal agencies, foundations, and non-profitsAbility to develop and deliver presentations to internal and external audiencesStrong interpersonal skills, including a demonstrated ability to deal tactfully and diplomatically with clients and other external stakeholdersFlexibility to handle multiple priorities, sometimes simultaneously, and meet project timelinesStrong managerial skills of both projects and staffBenefitsA comprehensive benefits packageThe advantages of being 100 percent employee ownedFinancial benefits of ESOP holdings that have increased in tandem with the company’s growth and financial strengthAnnual bonus opportunity based on individual and company performanceCoworking spaces where availableCompany OverviewMathematica provides research and technical assistance support services and products for evidence and program management for their partners. It was founded in 1968, and is headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.mathematica.org.