Director of Research and Insights

3 days ago


Boston, Massachusetts, United States American Student Assistance Full time
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We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Research and Insights Director to join our team at American Student Assistance. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading our research and analytics efforts, driving business growth, and informing strategic decisions.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and execute a comprehensive research and analytics strategy to drive business growth and inform strategic decisions.
  • Lead a team of researchers and analysts to design and implement research projects, collect and analyze data, and provide actionable insights to stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate research findings into business strategies and initiatives.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with external partners, including research institutions and vendors.
  • Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in research and analytics.
Requirements
  • 8-10+ years of experience in a research-focused role, preferably in the education sector or related fields.
  • Experience leading and mentoring a research or business intelligence/data analytics team.
  • Demonstrated experience in managing comprehensive research projects.
  • Experience in presenting actionable insights and implications to senior and executive-level audiences.
  • Qualitative research design and execution, including moderation and discussion facilitation.
  • Experience with statistical analysis and modeling, SQL, and cloud-based warehouses.
  • Experience creating a data governance strategy is preferred.
  • Strong proactive and cross-functional collaboration skills.
  • Experience working within a design thinking methodology.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Advanced degree (PhD) in statistical analysis, impact measurement, behavioral sciences, educational outcomes, etc.
  • Experience working with learning data, data architecture, and platforms like Snowflake, Sharepoint Analytics, SumTotal, etc.
What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development.

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