American Institutes for Research
QualitativeResearchAssociate, International Development (U.S.)
American Institutes for Research, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States, 27517
Qualitative Research Associate, International Development (U.S.)
Job Location:
US-VA-Arlington | US-VA-Arlington | US-NC-Chapel Hill | US-IL-Chicago | US-MD-Rockville | US-MA-WalthamJob ID:
13138Category:
ResearchOverview
Join AIR as a
Qualitative Research Associate
with our
International Development Division (IDD)
and make a difference, improving the quality of life for individuals and communities in low and middle income countries. AIR's IDD work spans the globe with projects in Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Europe, Central and Latin America, and the Middle East.Our IDD team is committed and engaged because we drive positive change in the following areas:Agriculture, food, and nutritionEarly childhood development and educationRefugees and migrationSocial protectionWater, sanitation, and infrastructureWomen's empowermentWorkforce developmentUse your experience, knowledge, and education to help us deliver on our mission: to contribute to a better, more equitable world.AIR is currently seeking a
Qualitative Research Associate
to join our International Development Division. The position offers an opportunity to gain first-hand qualitative data management and research experience on exciting evaluations of development programs.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.About AIR:Established in 1946, with headquarters in Arlington, Virginia, AIR is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit institution that conducts behavioral and social science research and delivers technical assistance to solve some of the most urgent challenges in the U.S. and around the world. We advance evidence in the areas of education, health, the workforce, human services, and international development to create a better, more equitable world.AIR's commitment to diversity goes beyond legal compliance to its full integration in our strategy, operations, and work environment. At AIR, we define diversity broadly, considering everyone's unique life and community experiences. We believe that embracing diverse perspectives drives innovation and employee engagement.Responsibilities
The responsibilities for the position include:Support efforts to collect, compile, validate, interpret, and analyze qualitative data and trends using standard research practices and techniquesApply qualitative research techniques and methodsWork on moderately complex assignments under indirect supervisionCommunicate project support needs and requests to senior managementProvide administrative support to research projectsConduct literature reviews and write sections of project proposals and deliverablesResponsible for maintaining and checking the accuracy of data for assigned projectsUtilize external resources to supplement, organize, and contribute to tasks and projectsParticipate in business development activitiesCode and analyze qualitative data using NVivo qualitative analysis softwareDevelop interview and focus group protocolsConduct interviews and focus groupsTravel as neededQualifications
Education, Knowledge, and Experience:Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 2 years of experience or Master's degree in such fields as Anthropology, Sociology, Political Science, Psychology, History, Government, Public Policy or related fieldsFamiliarity with qualitative research methods and data analysisExperience working and/or doing research in other countriesExperience with NVivo or Atlas TI or other qualitative software packagesSkills:Excellent writing, and proficiency within a Microsoft Windows environmentFlexible, self-motivated, able to manage multiple tasks efficiently, and team playerWillingness to travel as neededAbility to work independently on detailed assignmentsProficient bilingual communicator with fluency in English and French or Portuguese with strong cross-cultural written and verbal communication skillsDisclosures:Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) is not available for this position. Depending on project work, qualified candidates may need to meet certain residency requirements.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.AIR adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo reference and background checks.AIR's Total Rewards Program is designed to reward our staff competitively and motivate them to achieve our critical mission. This position offers an anticipated hourly rate of $32.00. Salary offers are made based on internal equity within the institution and external equity with competitive markets.AIR maintains a drug-free work environment.
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Job Location:
US-VA-Arlington | US-VA-Arlington | US-NC-Chapel Hill | US-IL-Chicago | US-MD-Rockville | US-MA-WalthamJob ID:
13138Category:
ResearchOverview
Join AIR as a
Qualitative Research Associate
with our
International Development Division (IDD)
and make a difference, improving the quality of life for individuals and communities in low and middle income countries. AIR's IDD work spans the globe with projects in Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Europe, Central and Latin America, and the Middle East.Our IDD team is committed and engaged because we drive positive change in the following areas:Agriculture, food, and nutritionEarly childhood development and educationRefugees and migrationSocial protectionWater, sanitation, and infrastructureWomen's empowermentWorkforce developmentUse your experience, knowledge, and education to help us deliver on our mission: to contribute to a better, more equitable world.AIR is currently seeking a
Qualitative Research Associate
to join our International Development Division. The position offers an opportunity to gain first-hand qualitative data management and research experience on exciting evaluations of development programs.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.About AIR:Established in 1946, with headquarters in Arlington, Virginia, AIR is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit institution that conducts behavioral and social science research and delivers technical assistance to solve some of the most urgent challenges in the U.S. and around the world. We advance evidence in the areas of education, health, the workforce, human services, and international development to create a better, more equitable world.AIR's commitment to diversity goes beyond legal compliance to its full integration in our strategy, operations, and work environment. At AIR, we define diversity broadly, considering everyone's unique life and community experiences. We believe that embracing diverse perspectives drives innovation and employee engagement.Responsibilities
The responsibilities for the position include:Support efforts to collect, compile, validate, interpret, and analyze qualitative data and trends using standard research practices and techniquesApply qualitative research techniques and methodsWork on moderately complex assignments under indirect supervisionCommunicate project support needs and requests to senior managementProvide administrative support to research projectsConduct literature reviews and write sections of project proposals and deliverablesResponsible for maintaining and checking the accuracy of data for assigned projectsUtilize external resources to supplement, organize, and contribute to tasks and projectsParticipate in business development activitiesCode and analyze qualitative data using NVivo qualitative analysis softwareDevelop interview and focus group protocolsConduct interviews and focus groupsTravel as neededQualifications
Education, Knowledge, and Experience:Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 2 years of experience or Master's degree in such fields as Anthropology, Sociology, Political Science, Psychology, History, Government, Public Policy or related fieldsFamiliarity with qualitative research methods and data analysisExperience working and/or doing research in other countriesExperience with NVivo or Atlas TI or other qualitative software packagesSkills:Excellent writing, and proficiency within a Microsoft Windows environmentFlexible, self-motivated, able to manage multiple tasks efficiently, and team playerWillingness to travel as neededAbility to work independently on detailed assignmentsProficient bilingual communicator with fluency in English and French or Portuguese with strong cross-cultural written and verbal communication skillsDisclosures:Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) is not available for this position. Depending on project work, qualified candidates may need to meet certain residency requirements.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.AIR adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo reference and background checks.AIR's Total Rewards Program is designed to reward our staff competitively and motivate them to achieve our critical mission. This position offers an anticipated hourly rate of $32.00. Salary offers are made based on internal equity within the institution and external equity with competitive markets.AIR maintains a drug-free work environment.
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