Researcher - Academic jobs in Arlington, MA

Researcher - Academic carries out research/development activities. Makes detailed observations, analyzes data, and interprets results. Being a Researcher - Academic compiles results and prepares technical reports and documentation of outcomes. Develops research or policy papers, studies, and reports by conducting research in specific areas. Additionally, Researcher - Academic requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Researcher - Academic works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. To be a Researcher - Academic typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Researcher
  • City Connects, Center for Thriving Children
  • Boston, MA FULL_TIME
  • Background: The Mary E. Walsh Center for Thriving Children (CTC) at Boston College uses research and data to identify and evaluate strategies that successfully transform schools and communities into systems of opportunity for all students. We conduct interdisciplinary research that builds on the strengths of science and practice to understand what it takes to produce a true opportunity for all. CTC houses the City Connects intervention, an innovative and evidence-based approach to addressing the out-of-school factors that can impact students’ achievement and thriving in schools. 

    Core Responsibilities: 

    You are invited to apply to join a multi-disciplinary team that is passionate about opportunities to use rigorous evidence to promote child and youth development through systematic student support in schools. The new Researcher will be part of a research and evaluation team that focuses on analyzing the impact of intervention efforts, supporting the adoption and integration of evidence-based practices in the field of effective student support, and generating new knowledge for consideration by the leadership team and key stakeholders. The Researcher will: 

    ● Collaboratively develop and carry out primarily quantitative and some mixed-method research for a range of research projects, with significant contributions to quantitative and mixed-methods study design and analytic techniques 

    ● Contribute to ongoing major projects, as well as provide input into new directions for existing research and evaluation efforts 

    ● Initiate and participate in successful ideas and proposals for new projects that meaningfully support and enhance the Center’s research portfolio 

    ● Contribute to research translation efforts, including developing manuscripts for publication, creating summaries and reports, as well as presenting findings for various audiences (e.g., academic audiences, boards of research advisors, school personnel, and other educational stakeholders) 

    ● Support the identification of new funding opportunities and conceptualization of original grant proposals 

    ● Collaboratively enhance the quality, relevance, and usefulness of the Center’s research work 

    Core Qualifications: 

    ● Ph.D. degree in educational research, developmental psychology, sociology, economics, or social science-related field 

    ● Proven familiarity with education data and a good understanding of the school context and priorities 

    ● Proven familiarity with social science quantitative methodologies (e.g., propensity score estimation, difference-in-difference, etc.) and qualitative analytic methods (e.g., case studies)

    ● Proven familiarity with working with large secondary datasets, as well as collecting qualitative data through primary data collection (e.g., surveys, interviews, and focus groups). ● Experience analyzing quantitative data using standard software packages (e.g., Stata, SPSS) and qualitative data using Atlas-ti or NVivo 

    ● Demonstrated ability to translate research results into actionable insights and recommendations 

    Preferred (but not required) Qualifications: 

    ● 1-3 years of postdoctoral experience 

    ● Knowledge of causal inference research (e.g., natural experiment, instrumental variables estimation, regression discontinuity, difference-in-difference, propensity score estimation, selection modeling) 

    ● Demonstrated experience publishing manuscripts through the peer-review process and/or publishing in peer-reviewed journals 

    Skills and Abilities: 

    ● Self-motivated and proactive 

    ● Flexible and adaptable 

    ● Exceptional organization skills and ability to work simultaneously on multiple projects

    ● Strong strategic, operational, and project management skills, with demonstrated ability to effectively communicate (both written and verbally) and have excellent attention to detail

    ● Ability to work productively with a diverse team in a collaborative, team-oriented workplace 

    Application Requirements: 

    ● Curriculum Vitae 

    ● Cover Letter addressing reasons for engaging in this work 

    ● A writing sample (lead author preferred) that demonstrates research or analysis skills 

    This position will be based at Boston College. 

    We are an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, marital status, or sexual orientation. Acknowledging the importance of diverse perspectives, we are committed to employing individuals from a variety of backgrounds and with a variety of experiences. Members of historically marginalized communities and candidates who have been impacted by the systems we are seeking to change are strongly encouraged to apply.

  • 24 Days Ago

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  • NEIGHBORHOOD ASSISTANCE CORP. OF AMERICA
  • Boston, MA FULL_TIME
  • RESEARCHER SALARY RANGE: $45,000 - $65,000 FLSA: Exempt LOCATION: Boston, MA CONTACT: jobs@naca.com or 617-250-6222 ext.1221 BENEFITS: Comprehensive package: single/family health, vision, dental, 401(...
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Researcher
  • House of Representatives
  • Boston, MA FULL_TIME
  • Agency Overview: The Massachusetts House of Representatives (“House”) is comprised of 160 independently elected Members, each representing a district of approximately 43,000 people. Position Overview:...
  • 2 Months Ago

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Community Coordinator (Newton)
  • PAX-Program of Academic Exchange
  • Newton, MA TEMPORARY,PART_TIME,CONTRACTOR
  • PAX is an international non-profit, working with high school exchange students from 70 countries! We are hiring for a Community Coordinator to represent PAX in Newton, MA. This is your opportunity to ...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Massachusetts College of Art and Design- Dean of Graduate and Professional and Continuing Education
  • Academic Career & Executive Search
  • Boston, MA FULL_TIME
  • Massachusetts College of Art and Design Dean of Graduate and Professional and Continuing Education Academic Career & Executive Search is pleased to assist Massachusetts College of Art and Design in it...
  • 7 Days Ago

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MassArt - Chief Marketing and Communications Officer
  • Academic Career & Executive Search
  • Boston, MA FULL_TIME
  • Massachusetts College of Art and Design Chief Marketing and Communications Officer Academic Career & Executive Search is pleased to assist Massachusetts College of Art and Design (MassArt) in its sear...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Clinical Research Coordinator for MRI Research
  • Beth Israel Lahey Health
  • Boston, MA
  • **When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, youre making a difference in peoples lives.** **Job...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Market Research - Research Manager
  • International Staffing Consultants, Inc.
  • Boston, MA
  • Market Research - Research Manager We are working with a dynamic and growing research technology firm to find a Research...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Research Program Manager
  • Brigham & Women's Hospital(BWH)
  • Boston, MA
  • The Research Program Manager will develop programs, best practices and standard operating procedures to achieve assigned...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Market Research - Research Manager
  • Lincoln Search Consultants
  • Boston, MA
  • Market Research - Research Manager We are working with a dynamic and growing research technology firm to find a Research...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Research Technician ll, Pathology Research
  • Boston Medical Center
  • Boston, MA
  • Position: Research Technician II, Pathology and Lab Location: Boston, MA Schedule: 40 hours per week ABOUT BMC: At Bosto...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Account Manager
  • Portal
  • Watertown, MA
  • Portal is a start-up cell engineering platform company focused on enabling next generation cell engineering and cell ana...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Research and Training Associate
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology
  • Cambridge, MA
  • REQUIRED: bachelor's degree in economics, political science, education, public policy, international development, or rel...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Research Administration Manager
  • Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
  • Boston, MA
  • The Senior Research Administration Manager of the Department of Pediatric Oncology reports directly to the Department Ad...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Arlington is a town in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States, six miles (10 km) northwest of Boston. The population was 42,844 at the 2010 census. Arlington covers 3,517.5 acres (14 km2), or 5.5 square miles, of which 286.2 acres (1.2 km2) are covered by water. There are 210.52 acres (0.9 km2) of parkland. Elevation ranges from 4 feet (1.2 m) above sea level (along Alewife Brook) to 377 feet (114.9 m) near Park Avenue and Eastern Avenue. Arlington borders on the Mystic Lakes, Mystic River, and Alewife Brook. Within its borders are Spy Pond, the Arlington Reservoir, Mill Brook, and Hil...
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Income Estimation for Researcher - Academic jobs
$62,024 to $83,806
Arlington, Massachusetts area prices
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