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The Pennsylvania State University

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The Pennsylvania State University

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional ... The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as ...

The Pennsylvania State University

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional ... The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as ...

The Pennsylvania State University

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional ... The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as ...

The Pennsylvania State University

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional ... The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as ...

The Pennsylvania State University

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional ... The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as ...

The Pennsylvania State University

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Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional ... The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as ...

The Pennsylvania State University

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional ... The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as ...

The Pennsylvania State University

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional ... The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as ...

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As of Jul 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote institutional research in the United States is $83,712.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $68,000.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Remote Institutional Researcher, you need strong analytical skills, expertise in data collection and interpretation, and typically a background in statistics, social sciences, or education research. Familiarity with statistical software (such as SPSS, SAS, or R), data visualization tools, and institutional databases is crucial, along with knowledge of relevant research protocols and compliance standards. Excellent written communication, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate virtually are standout soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure accurate data analysis, meaningful reporting, and effective support for institutional decision-making from a remote setting.

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Remote Institutional Research professionals often rely on digital communication tools such as email, video conferencing, and project management platforms to collaborate with faculty, administrators, and other departments. Regular virtual meetings and shared dashboards help ensure alignment on data needs and reporting deadlines. Building strong remote relationships is essential, as is proactively seeking feedback and clarifying data requests to deliver accurate, actionable insights. Effective collaboration enhances the impact of their analyses and supports strategic planning across the institution.

What is remote institutional research?

Remote institutional research refers to the practice of conducting research and data analysis for educational institutions, such as colleges or universities, while working from a remote location rather than on campus. Professionals in this field collect, analyze, and report data to help institutions make informed decisions about enrollment, accreditation, student success, and program effectiveness. The remote aspect allows researchers to perform their tasks using digital tools and virtual collaboration, offering greater flexibility while maintaining rigorous standards for data integrity and confidentiality.
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Founding Director, Workforce Intelligence Research (Part-Time)

AlphaHire

Remote

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Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

About WIL - Workforce Intelligence Lab
The Workforce Intelligence Lab (WIL) is a research initiative of AlphaHire focused on applied workforce intelligence for the construction industry and built environment.
WIL develops workforce intelligence systems focused on:
  • labor market visibility
  • workforce planning
  • compensation intelligence
  • labor scarcity analysis
  • workforce analytics
  • operational workforce interpretation
  • regional workforce intelligence
  • construction labor market research

The initiative combines publicly available labor data, compensation trends, contractor growth indicators, workforce demand signals, and construction activity into operational workforce intelligence systems for construction firms and industry operators.
Learn more:
WIL - Workforce Intelligence Lab
About the role
We are seeking a Founding Director, Workforce Intelligence Research to help support and expand the Workforce Intelligence Lab (WIL).
This is a part-time, strategic leadership role focused on helping build the operational and institutional foundation of WIL as the initiative grows.
The ideal candidate is someone with experience in:
  • workforce research
  • labor market initiatives
  • workforce development
  • research coordination
  • university collaboration
  • workforce analytics
  • grant development
  • public policy research
  • applied research programs
  • institutional partnerships

This role is not designed as a traditional academic position or recruiting role.
Instead, the position focuses on helping build:
  • workforce intelligence infrastructure
  • fellowship coordination systems
  • publication processes
  • research collaboration
  • workforce intelligence methodology systems
  • institutional partnerships
  • future grant and workforce initiative opportunities

Requirements
  • Help coordinate and support the WIL fellowship ecosystem
  • Assist with workforce intelligence publication and reporting workflows
  • Help identify relevant grant, partnership, and workforce initiative opportunities
  • Support workforce intelligence research coordination and contributor organization
  • Assist with university and institutional outreach efforts
  • Help establish scalable operational research processes and documentation systems
  • Contribute strategic guidance around workforce intelligence initiatives and institutional growth
  • Support the long-term development of WIL as a workforce intelligence and workforce planning initiative

Ideal backgrounds
We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in:
  • workforce development initiatives
  • labor market research
  • workforce analytics
  • grant coordination
  • university research programs
  • economic development initiatives
  • public policy research
  • research administration
  • applied research organizations
  • workforce planning initiatives
  • institutional partnership development

Experience working within:
  • workforce research organizations
  • university research environments
  • workforce development ecosystems
  • labor market initiatives
  • infrastructure workforce initiatives
  • economic development organizations

is highly relevant.
Benefits
Fellowship & program focus
WIL is currently focused on:
  • construction workforce intelligence
  • labor market visibility
  • compensation intelligence
  • workforce planning systems
  • operational labor analytics
  • workforce scarcity analysis
  • construction labor market research

The initiative is being developed as:
  • an applied workforce intelligence platform
  • a workforce research ecosystem
  • a workforce planning initiative
  • an operational labor visibility system

NOT:
  • a traditional staffing company
  • a startup SaaS platform
  • a purely academic research institution

Structure
  • Part-time position
  • Flexible remote participation
  • Strategic leadership and coordination role
  • Growth-oriented founding position
  • Long-term expansion potential as WIL evolves

What we are building
The long-term goal of WIL is to support:
  • workforce intelligence systems
  • operational workforce planning
  • workforce visibility infrastructure
  • labor market interpretation
  • workforce intelligence publications
  • fellowship ecosystems
  • advisory collaboration
  • future grant-supported workforce initiatives

The role is ideal for someone interested in helping shape an emerging workforce intelligence initiative focused on the built environment and construction industry.

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