Mixed Methods Disability Researcher

About this role

<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">AIR is seeking a <strong>Mixed Methods Disability Researcher </strong>for disability-focused projects within the Employment and Economic Opportunity program. Under the direction of a principal investigator, the Researcher leads project tasks using both quantitative and qualitative methods, working with teams that use findings to develop products and toolkits designed for the general public and to inform training and technical assistance. </span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Disability work within EEOP focuses on building and improving the use of evidence that can help adults and transition-aged youth with disabilities achieve full integration into all aspects of life, including and not limited to employment, independent living, and social engagement. The Researcher will contribute to disability-oriented business development efforts, research and evaluation projects, and work to produce and disseminate knowledge across a variety of topics—including vocational rehabilitation, and other career development efforts for adults and transition-aged youth with disabilities. We seek someone aspiring to become a leader within a fast-paced yet collegial environment, working as part of a growing team with ambitious aspirations and evolving needs. </span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Candidates hired for the position may work remotely within the United States (U.S.) or from one of our U.S. office locations. This does not include U.S. territories. </span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>About AIR: </strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, the American Institutes for Research (AIR) is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit organization that conducts behavioral and social science research and delivers technical assistance to address some of the most pressing challenges in the United States and globally. We generate evidence and apply data-driven solutions that expand opportunities and improve lives for all.</span></p> <div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW7174165 BCX8" style="font-size: 14.6667px;"> <p class="Paragraph SCXW7174165 BCX8" style="color: rgb( 28 , 37 , 45 );"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span class="TextRun SCXW7174165 BCX8" lang="EN-US" style="color: rgb(3, 30, 44); font-weight: bold;"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW7174165 BCX8">Responsibilities:</span></span></span></p> <p class="Paragraph SCXW7174165 BCX8" style="color: rgb( 28 , 37 , 45 );"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">The responsibilities for the position include: </span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Demonstrating and applying content knowledge and methodological expertise to study design decisions, project activities, and reporting. </span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Contributing to or supervising collection and management of data for projects; · Leading or contributing to designs for rigorous experimental, quasi-experimental, and descriptive studies. </span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Leading or contributing to quantitative analysis and write-up of research technical reports, briefs and other project deliverables.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Carrying out task management activities, including supervising junior staff, communicating with senior managers, and communicating with clients as appropriate.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Engaging in business development activities, including cultivating relationships with existing and potential new clients, capture planning, managing or writing proposals.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Supporting collaboration among team members, both internal and external to the organization.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Contributing to dissemination activities, including presentations, journal manuscripts, issue briefs, data dashboards, infographics and other products for a variety of audiences. </span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica,…