Quantitative Research Associate Jobs

Overview
Join AIR as a Quantitative 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.
AIR is currently seeking a Quantitative Research Associate to join our International Development Division. The position offers an opportunity to gain first-hand quantitative data management and research experience on exciting evaluations of development programs. AIR’s International Development Division (IDD) strives to improve the quality of life in developing countries by using rigorous research and evaluation to enhance education and social development. We apply social and behavioral science approaches to work across a wide range of topics including social protection, human capital and education, labor markets and workforce development, agriculture, food and nutrition, early childhood development, refugees and migration, gender in development, and water/sanitation/infrastructure. We work in Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Europe, Central and Latin America as well as the Middle East. The IDD generates policy-relevant evidence through rigorous monitoring, evaluations, and research; helps improve program design through continuous learning and adaptation; and works with local organizations and governments to build sustainable solutions based on evidence.
Our IDD team is committed and engaged because we drive positive change in the following areas:

• Refugees and migration
• Social protection
• Women's empowerment
• Agriculture, food, and nutrition
• E arly childhood development and education
• Water, sanitation, and infrastructure
• W orkforce development

Use your experience, knowledge, and education to help us deliver on our mission: to contribute to a better, more equitable world.
Candidates hired for this position can work remotely based in the United States or can work from any one of AIR's United State office locations .
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, abilities/disabilities, racial/ethnic and cultural backgrounds, styles, ages, genders, gender identities and expressions, education backgrounds, and life stories drives innovation and employee engagement. Learn more about AIR's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Strategy and hear from our staff by clicking here .
Responsibilities
The responsibilities for the position include:

• Utilize external resources to supplement, organize, and contribute to tasks and projects
• Work on moderately complex assignments under indirect supervision
• Conduct literature reviews and write sections of proposals and deliverables
• Responsible for maintaining and checking the accuracy of data for assigned projects
• Perform computer modeling or simulation for simple to moderately complex forecasting using standard software packages
• Collect, compile, validate, interpret, and analyze data and trends using standard practices and techniques
• Communicate project support needs and requests to senior management and clientele, provide administrative support where applicable
• The Quantitative Research Associate provides statistical and analytical support, responsibilities include:
• Apply quantitative analysis techniques and methods

Qualifications
Education, Knowledge, and Experience:

• Experience with STATA
• Experience living or working in other countries strongly preferred but not required
• Experience with word processing, spreadsheet, and database software
• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum 2 years of experience or Master’s degree in such fields as social sciences, statistics, quantitative methods or related field

Skills

• Strong organizational skills
• Fluent French and English speaker with strong cross-cultural written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently on detailed assignments
• Willingness to travel as needed
• Excellent interpersonal skills to ensure effective communication with individuals at all levels and from diverse backgrounds

Preferred But Not Required
Disclosures:
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 rigorous 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 annual salary of $58,240 to $74,000. Salary offers are made based on internal equity within the institution and external equity with competitive markets. Please note this is the annual salary range for candidates that are based in the United States.
AIR maintains a drug-free work environment .