Job Description
EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CENTER’S CENTER FOR CHILDREN AND TECHNOLOGY has an opening for a Research Associate (I), reporting to a Project Director. Staff are primarily located in our New York City office, but location is potentially flexible.
We are seeking a full-time research associate to work on two educational research projects:
The position requires an individual with solid qualitative and quantitative research expertise, ability to communicate and conduct research with a wide range of populations, skill in working as part of a collaborative team, and ability to work independently and efficiently. In both projects, familiarity with the roles of technology and media in supporting learning, and a with culturally relevant approaches to teaching, are valuable. Finally, bilingual Spanish- and English-speaking candidates are preferred.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The person in this position is expected to communicate clearly and courteously; to develop and maintain positive relationships with clients, consultants, collaborators, co-workers, field sites, and funders; and to work respectfully with EDC colleagues. The job requires adherence to EDC policies & procedures.
Under general management guidance, the Research Associate (I) provides support to complex or multiple qualitative &/or quantitative investigation efforts, including:
The Research Associate (I) also:
Qualifications
This position requires sensitivity to working with marginalized populations and providing thoughtful support to educators on how to teach difficult subjects, as well as educational achievement; excellent writing skills; demonstrable initiative, creativity, and flexibility; ability to work independently and effectively in groups; and strong interpersonal & organizational skills. A candidate with strong critical examination skills or experience using strengths-based frameworks is preferred. Fluent written and verbal Spanish is also preferred. Specific requirements:
Additional Information
To be considered, applications must include a cover letter detailing why you're well-suited to the position. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.