Data Scientist Research Associate Jobs in Rhode Island

Job Description:
About Brown:
Brown University is a leading research university distinct for its student-centered learning and deep sense of purpose. Our students, faculty and staff are driven by the idea that their work will have an impact in the world.
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About the Annenberg Institute:
The Annenberg Institute is Brown University's education research institute. Our vibrant community includes Brown University faculty, postdoctoral research associates, staff, students, and multiple partners in Rhode Island and across the US. We partner with education leaders and global scholars to connect people, evidence, and practices to build toward a more effective and equitable education system that enables all students to thrive academically and in other ways. Our knowledge initiatives catalyze conversations across the research landscape, synthesizing what we know and mobilizing practitioners, policymakers, and researchers toward collaborative impact.
About the Opportunity:
The Senior Research Associate takes the lead in developing and leading key research analysis projects for the Principal Investigator's (PI), Dr. Matt Kraft, research to advance a range of ongoing research projects related to the teacher labor market and teacher compensation reforms. The position will play a supporting role in conducting background research on a wide range of topics, as well as analyzing a variety of labor market datasets.
Responsibilities:
Reporting directly to the PI, the Senior Research Associate drives all aspects of project planning for multiple research projects for this research team in a dynamic, layered team setting. The position applies extensive scientific and management methodologies specific to the research team with empirical vigor, advancing research efforts and minimizing research development risks with regard to quality, timelines, and funding. The position will take a lead role in designing experiments, leading data collection and analysis efforts, developing project models, and writing academic papers, reports, presentations, and grant reports. This position requires a strong independent work ethic, interest in education, ability to collaborate with the research team and external partners, and quantitative research skills.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience
• Master's degree in education, economics, public policy, statistics, data science, or related social science fields (PhD or EdD preferred) with 5-7 years of research experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in K-12 teaching and/or working with federal datasets including those maintained by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
• Experience working on large-scale research studies.
• Experience using Stata and/or R to analyze data.
• A strong quantitative background.
• Strong background in education research.
Competencies:
• Strong analytical and writing skills.
• Training and expertise in utilizing quantitative research methods, including experience working with complex data sets.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong ability to explain methods to research staff and provide guidance on models and interpretation of output.
Additional Information:
This is a fixed term position with the possibility of renewal annually. This position is contingent on funding.
Please include a resume as one attached .pdf document and cover letter, transcript, and letters of recommendation or names of references (3) as another single .pdf document (for a total of two attachments).
Background and education check required.
Please reach out to samuel_madison@brown.edu with any questions.
Benefits of Working at Brown:
Please review additional information on the Benefits of Working at Brown.
Recruiting Start Date:
2026-05-21
Job Posting Title:
Senior Research Associate
Department:
Annenberg Institute for School Reform
Grade:
Grade 10
Worker Type:
Employee
Worker Sub-Type:
Fixed Term (Fixed Term)
Time Type:
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
37.5
Position Work Location:
Remote
Submission Guidelines:
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
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