American Institutes for Research - Managing Director, CALDER

• PhD in in economics, education, sociology, psychology, or a relevant field with a minimum of 15 years managing and conducting research, evaluations, and related work • National reputation for research and evaluation expertise in education policy as evidenced through publications, presentations, and service to the larger community • Frequent consultant and commentator in the media about education policy and evidence • Demonstrated knowledge of K-12 education policy • Experience overseeing research studies that use a range of methodologies including those that answer high leverage questions for policy makers and educators. • Strong partnerships with, and extensive networks of, leaders in education research, policy, and practice • Track record of winning competitive contracts/grants from funders (e.g., federal, state, and local government; foundations) • Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills at a senior/managerial level • Proven ability to develop staff capacity in research design, methods, and measurement; project management; client and partner relationships, and business development • Commitment to AIR’s mission to generate evidence and apply data-driven solutions that expand opportunities and improve lives for all • Excellent interpersonal skills to ensure effective communication with individuals at all levels and with a broad range of experience and knowledge • Ability to produce concise, high-level summaries and briefings • Ability to translate research methods and findings for a non-technical audience • Ability to build portfolio of research and/or policy projects • Demonstrated proficiencies in writing, conceptualizing, analyzing, and consulting • 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. • Disclosures: • American Institutes for Research is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law, including, but not limited to, actual or perceived race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braid, locks, and twists), creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition (e.g., cancer), sex, gender, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, civil union status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, genetic information, or military or veteran status. 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 maintains a drug-free work environment. • ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE: If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, please send an email to Taliba Boone at [email protected] or call 202.403.5000. • ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE: • Fraudulent Job Scams Warning & Disclaimer: AIR is aware of individuals falsely presenting themselves as AIR representatives. Fraudulent job scams seek to extract sensitive information or money from victims. To protect yourself, please be aware that AIR recruitment will only email you from an “@air.org” domain. Please take extra caution while examining the email address, for example [email protected] is correct and [email protected] is not a legitimate AIR email address. If you are unsure of the legitimacy of a communication you have received, please reach out to [email protected]. If you see a job scam, or lose money to one, report it to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) at ReportFraud.ftc.gov. You can also report it to your state attorney general. Find out more about how to avoid scams atftc.gov/scams. • Fraudulent Job Scams Warning & Disclaimer: • #LI-AS1 #LI-REMOTE • AIR’s Total Rewards Program, is designed to reward our staff competitively and motivate them to achieve our critical mission. This position offers the anticipated annual salary as listed. 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.