Research Associate

2 weeks ago

Washington, United States Applied Curiosity Research Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

We seek a highly motivated, collaborative Research Associate with broad work experience and training to fill a full-time position. This is a remote position with project-related travel that will be required during the fall of 2024, but we have a preference for employees in the DC- or NYC area. A full-time position includes a matching IRA, health insurance (or reimbursements), paid vacation, and funding for professional development. We will start with a 6-month contract to ensure a strong fit.

Key Responsibilities. At first, the RA will primarily support two projects: 1) recruitment and outreach for an evaluation of school food preparation 36 US school districts; and 2) an observations of professional trainings to evaluation at the US Holocaust Memorial Museum. The position will include supporting all areas of the research process:

  • Study Development: Develop research instruments, consent forms, and fielding protocols.
  • Recruiting: Support the recruitment of schools and food service staff through emails, grassroots efforts, and limited social media posts.
  • Data Management: Support data tracking of participants interested in research projects.
  • Research: This will include program observations, interviews, and school visits.
  • Analysis: Support qualitative and quantitative data analysis.

Required Skills and Abilities

  • Highly organized and self-motivated, and comfortable with remote collaboration.
  • Relevant work experience in research or education.
  • A master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., education, psychology, social science) or a BA with relevant work experience.
  • Ability to effectively engage and communicate with individuals from diverse backgrounds and perspectives, from a research, recruiting, and outreach perspective.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Intellectual curiosity, problem solving skills, a sense of humor, and comfort working with a diverse team.
  • Experience working with excel, google suite, and SPSS is a plus.
  • Any language proficiency is a plus

At Applied Curiosity Research, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our research team is critical for our success.

Company DescriptionApplied Curiosity Research (ACR) conducts research in schools and communities across the country to develop and evaluate programs, communications, and curriculum that promote learning, health, and social impact. Our work includes formative and evaluative research in areas such as child nutrition programs, Holocaust education, and career development. We’ve led research for diverse clients, including the CDC, USDA, US Holocaust Memorial Museum, Pennsylvania Dept. of Education, and Vermont Law and Graduate School.Company DescriptionApplied Curiosity Research (ACR) conducts research in schools and communities across the country to develop and evaluate programs, communications, and curriculum that promote learning, health, and social impact. Our work includes formative and evaluative research in areas such as child nutrition programs, Holocaust education, and career development. We’ve led research for diverse clients, including the CDC, USDA, US Holocaust Memorial Museum, Pennsylvania Dept. of Education, and Vermont Law and Graduate School.

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