Research Associate II - Education Research - Hybrid Chicago Loop Office Job Chicago area,Illinois USA,Research/Development

Research Associate II - Education Research - Hybrid Chicago Loop Office

Job no: 503846 | Work type:
Regular Full‑Time |

Location:

Chicago – 300 E Randolph St | Capability Area:
Education and Child Development

Join the Education and Child Development Department at NORC at the University of Chicago as a Research Associate II. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting education research and/or technical assistance contracts or grants.

Qualified applicants must be U.S. citizens due to security clearance requirements for projects.

This position is based in our Chicago Loop office, with a minimum of six days per month in the office.

Responsibilities

Support the development and implementation of large technical assistance and research projects, including the Regional Educational Laboratories and the Comprehensive Centers.

Prepare technical assistance tools and resources, literature reviews, and written descriptions of data collection methodologies and procedures.

Assist in design of data collection instruments and outreach materials.

Execute data cleaning, review, and file preparation; analyze primary and secondary data under the general direction of senior staff.

Conduct ad hoc quantitative data analyses and summarize information into tables, graphics, and text as appropriate for the intended audience.

Collect, analyze, and report qualitative data.

Provide logistical support to project teams in planning and conducting project activities, including meetings.

Assist in creating presentations for client meetings and conferences.

Assist in the development of client reporting deliverables, including monthly or annual progress reports, memos, slides, data charts, and tables for presenting study findings.

Assist with business development activities, supporting all aspects of proposal efforts including drafting subsections of proposals, compiling data, and drafting charts or exhibits.

Coordinate project activities and events, including setting up meetings and conference calls and liaising with consultants and subcontractors.

Required Skills

Bachelor's degree in psychology, education, social science, public policy, economics, or statistics. Degrees in other subjects may be considered if relevant skills apply.
At least 18 months of relevant social science research experience.
Experience with or training in the principles, processes, and methods of social science research.
Strong persuasive writing skills with a focus on Plain Language, including experience with report writing.
Outstanding interpersonal, time management, and critical reasoning skills.
Proficiency with MS Office software, including Excel.

Salary and Benefits

Pay range: $62,000 – $68,000
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Generously subsidized health insurance, effective on the first day of employment
Dental and vision insurance
A defined contribution retirement program, along with a separate voluntary 403(b) retirement program
Group life insurance, long‑term and short‑term disability insurance
Benefits that promote work/life balance, including generous paid time off, holidays, paid parental leave, bereavement leave, tuition assistance, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

EEO Statement

NORC is an equal opportunity employer. NORC evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation, and other legally protected characteristics.

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