Analytic Researcher

Job Description

SUMMARY:  Stride is seeking an Analytic Researcher to conduct research relating to the impact its products and services.  The position participates as a member of the Chief Data Office and supports academic and retention improvement by identifying and analyzing school data, proprietary data, and third-party data to answer thoughtful and relevant research questions. This position will design and execute quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods research, with some quantitative efficacy studies aligned with ESSA Tiers of Evidence, by collecting and analyzing data, interpreting results and writing and presenting insightful research findings, including identifying potential actions for improvement as well as cautions based on each analysis. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:   Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Conduct high-quality, large-scale quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods research including study design, data collection, organization, statistical modeling, and reporting related to academic performance and implementation of Stride products and services. Provide quality assurance at all phases of the research process;
• Employ advanced statistical analysis to answer questions posed by internal and external stakeholders;
• Extract data from multiple sources and assemble tables using pre-determined common identifiers. Scrub, parse and sort data based on internal rules, best practices, industry standards, corporate policies and research specifications;
• Prepare deliverables including detailed research reports and PowerPoint presentations that provide high-level overviews of methodology (design and analysis), major conclusions, constraints or cautions, and actionable next steps; Submit final research reports to public evidence repositories, as needed.
• Align research methods and reports to ESSA Tiers of Evidence and in accordance with What Works Clearinghouse Procedures and Standards, as requested. Work with third-party researchers to validate internal studies;
• Propose meaningful project ideas. Develop insightful research proposals based on collaboration with internal stakeholders and senior leadership;
• Develop and implement processes and instruments to collect data; Collect data routinely and independently as requested to monitor and report on implementation of specific initiatives;
• Track and report on research activities, progress, and outcomes.

Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has no formal supervisory responsibilities.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:   

• Master’s Degree in education research, statistics, applied social sciences, research methods or a related field AND

• Three (3) years of experience with a wide range of research projects, statistical methods and assessment strategies related to mining data to understand process improvement in the education market, both quantitative and qualitative OR
• Equivalent combination of education and experience

Certificates and Licenses: None required.

OTHER REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Advanced computer skills, particularly with statistical programming languages or software, such as R, SPSS, or STATA, and Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience in the field of K-12 academic research pertaining to school effectiveness and student achievement
• Demonstrated expertise in research or evaluation methodology, design, and analysis, including advanced quantitative and mixed methods. Applicants should be familiar with various forms of regression analysis (e.g. multiple regression, logistic regression, mixed effect modeling) and matching methods.
• Demonstrated expertise with ESSA Tiers of Evidence and What Works Clearinghouse Procedures and Standards
• Demonstrated success in working collaboratively with other professional staff
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks
• Ability to pass required background check

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Awareness of current trends and directions in K-12 research, assessment, standards and compliancy/regulations
• Experience with producing materials for public review
• Experience using qualitative data analysis software
• Ph.D.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This is a home-based position

Compensation & Benefits: Stride, Inc. considers a person’s education, experience, and qualifications, as well as the position’s work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value when determining a new employee’s salary level. Salaries will differ based on these factors, the position’s level and expected contribution, and the employee’s benefits elections. Offers will typically be in the bottom half of the range.

• We anticipate the salary range to be $80,400.00 to $92,762.00. Eligible employees may receive a bonus. This salary is not guaranteed, as an individual’s compensation can vary based on several factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, geographic location, experience, training, education, and local market conditions. Stride offers a robust benefits package for eligible employees that can include health benefits, retirement contributions, and paid time off.

 This position is remote and open to residents of the 50 states, D.C. The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.  All employment is “at-will” as governed by the law of the state where the employee works.  It is further understood that the “at-will” nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer. 

The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.  All employment is “at-will” as governed by the law of the state where the employee works.  It is further understood that the “at-will” nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer. 

Job Type

The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. All employment is “at-will” as governed by the law of the state where the employee works.  It is further understood that the “at-will” nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer.

If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, you can request the appropriate accommodation by contacting stridecareers@k12.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Stride, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Stride, Inc. complies with all legally required affirmative action obligations. Applicants will not be discriminated against because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.