Research Associate

About the role

The Research Associate will work directly with the Principal Investigator (PI), Dr. Matt Kraft, 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

• Conduct background research on a wide range of topics related to teacher labor market and compensation reforms.
• Analyze various labor market datasets using Stata and/or R.
• Support the PI in conducting research projects related to the teacher labor market and teacher compensation reforms.
• Collaborate with the research team and external partners to advance knowledge initiatives.

Requirements

• A Master’s Degree in relevant field and 2 to 5 years of research experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Significant experience in K-12 teaching and/or working with federal datasets including those maintained by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
• A strong quantitative background.
• Experience using Stata and/or R to analyze data.
• A strong interest in education research.

Qualifications

• A Master’s Degree in relevant field and 2 to 5 years of research experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Significant experience in K-12 teaching and/or working with federal datasets including those maintained by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
• A strong quantitative background.
• Experience using Stata and/or R to analyze data.
• A strong interest in education research.

Skills

• Experience with data management and statistical analysis.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent judgment and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to interact effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Skills with Google suite apps.
• Ability to work independently or as a member of a team.

Benefits

Preferable to work remotely. This is a fixed term position with the possibility of renewal annually. This position is contingent on funding.

Additional Information

• To apply, please submit 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

2026-06-09

Job Posting Title

Research Associate

Department

Annenberg Institute for School Reform

Grade

Grade 9

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Time Type

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours

37.5

Position Work Location

Remote