Research Analyst, Center Reinventing Public Education

Job Title

Lab and Research Specialist 2

Lab and Research Support

Full time

$85,000.00 USD Annual (DOE)

Campus:
Tempe

Grant Funded

Driving is not required for this position.

Provides technical lab support by independently performing basic lab and research-related tasks to ensure accurate research results that can expand on the knowledge of the field of study. Responsible for following lab safety standards.

• Manage qualitative and mixed methods data collection, cleaning and analysis (e.g., conducting interviews and coding and analyzing data).
• Synthesize research findings.
• Write reports, blogs, and briefings.
• Support research projects on topics like artificial intelligence in schools, districts and states; school district innovation; and leadership for a new era of education.
• Independently manage the collection and analysis of qualitative data, drawing upon interviews, focus groups, and site observations.
• Use qualitative and quantitative evidence to draw appropriate and important conclusions that are relevant to the field and situate work in important policy debates, research, and current events.
• Review and synthesize existing research and policy on new and existing education issues.
• Partner with senior researchers to initiate and lead the writing of high-impact reports, blogs, and briefings that meet the twin tests of academic respectability and potential significance for policy.
• Support research project management by developing work plans, managing timelines, and coordinating with internal teams.

• Graduate degree in education, education policy, or a related discipline, preferred.
• Relevant work experience with topics of artificial intelligence in schools, school district innovation, and the education landscape broadly.
• Experience working in schools, districts, and/or education non‑profits.
• Demonstrated skills in qualitative or mixed‑method research, including experience independently executing research methods.
• Strong writing skills, including the ability to produce concise and compelling research products designed for non‑academic audiences, and flexibility to adapt writing to CRPE’s style.
• Evidence of 2 + years successfully contributing to and showing increasing leadership with complex research projects.

• Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting and involve extended periods of sitting, keyboarding, and use of a computer mouse.
• Position may require travel between campus locations or buildings for meetings or job-related tasks.
• Regular activities require the ability to manage and adjust to changing priorities, including handling time‑sensitive tasks and resolving conflicts.
• Demonstrated effective communication skills.
• Ability to work evening and weekend hours as necessary on short or limited notice.
• Position receives regular review of objectives.
• MLFC supports flexible work options for certain positions, such as alternate work schedules and hybrid remote arrangements, subject to approvals per ASU policy.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.