Research and Data Analyst

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION AND THE OPPORTUNITY

EdTrust-West seeks a Research & Data Analyst to join a staff committed to fulfilling our mission of closing opportunity gaps that disproportionately affect students of color and students from low-income backgrounds.

The Analyst will help produce research that highlights trends and inequities in public education. The Analyst will develop research briefs, data tools, presentations, and other communications that will advance, promote, and elevate the organization’s key education priorities, including technical assistance work with educators, school districts and colleges. The work will focus on collecting and analyzing quantitative and qualitative data to identify actionable findings and create compelling narratives about the current state of access, accountability, affordability, and success for students of color and multilingual learners, especially those experiencing poverty. The Analyst will also conduct Quality Assurance checks to ensure the accuracy of the data.

EdTrust-West is the California-based office of EdTrust headquartered in Washington D.C. EdTrust is committed to advancing policies and practices to dismantle the racial and economic barriers embedded in the U.S. education system. Through our research and advocacy, EdTrust-West improves equity in education from transitional kindergarten through college, engages diverse communities dedicated to equity and justice, and increases political and public will to build an education system where all students will thrive.

This role, available immediately, is based in our Oakland, California office and is eligible for telework for up to 3 days per week. The Analyst reports to the Director of P-16 Research.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The responsibilities and objectives for the role include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Collaborate closely with the Educator Engagement Team to support technical assistance projects with educators, school districts, and colleges through the collection, analysis, and accessible presentation of quantitative and qualitative data
• Design and lead evaluations associated with technical assistance projects
• Conduct sophisticated analyses - using publicly available data - that examine socioeconomic and race-based patterns in opportunity and success
• Support the development and analysis of equity metrics that assess how committed institutions and states are to access, accountability, affordability, and success
• Engage in extensive Quality Assurance measures to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the data we analyze and report
• Assist with the redesign, improvement, and annual update of tools and resources for students, policymakers, and institutional leaders that provides information related to student success, accessibility, and affordability
• Support the organization's efforts to leverage data and existing research to inform policy design and practice, including assisting with the development of tools and processes to aid advocacy for closure of equity gaps inpublicTK-12and higher education
• Package research and data for lay audiences and funders in EdTrust-West presentations, briefs/reports, webtools, blogs, grant applications, and the website
• Build and cultivate external partnerships with policymakers, researchers, educators, and advocates to advance and refine EdTrust-West policy priorities
• Respond toad-hoc inquiries about data and research from staff, as well as work with the policy and Government Affairs teams to respond to policymakers, advocates, the media, and the public

IDEAL SKILLS AND CHARACTERISTICS

• Shared belief in EdTrust’s mission and a commitment to improving educational equity with a focus on racial equity
• Dedication in contributing to and maintaining an equitable working environment
• Commitment to “Walking the Talk,” which means operating with – and being willing to continuously develop – the cultural competence and humility necessary to make sure the values in our external-facing work are also present in our internal systems and processes
• A passion for pursuing equity and issues that affect low-income students and students of color
• Demonstrated capacity to set priorities and work on multiple detail-oriented tasks
• Advanced knowledge and experience in Excel and software for statistical analysis
• Demonstrated ability toanalyze, manage and manipulate quantitative data
• Interest in understanding federal and state policy contexts that affect public education
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to prepare accurate and compelling narratives in various formats including blogs, briefs, infographics and slide decks
• Spanish speaking skills and/or experience translating content from English to Spanish is a plus.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and experience:

• At least a bachelor’s degree in education or related field, such as economics, statistics, computer science, or mathematics.
• Demonstrated ability to produce quantitative and qualitative research analyses that address key issues in education with a keen emphasis on equity and closing gaps in opportunity and outcomes
• Knowledge of and experience in applying evaluation science in the design and implementation of project and program evaluations
• Experience communicating research and data findings orally and in writing

COMPENSATION

This position falls in Level B of our salary structure for our California office. New hire offers typically fall between $66,410 to $83,010, commensurate with skills, experience, and internal equity. Offers will be commensurate with experience. New hires typically fall between the minimum and mid-point of the range.

EdTrust prioritizes the health and well-being of its employees and, to that end, offers a highly competitive benefits package. Medical, dental and vision insurance are covered at 100% for the employee, with significant coverage also offered for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents. We provide sick leave, vacation leave, and personal leave, and we follow the federal government for most holiday closures. To ensure staff have synchronous opportunities for rest and renewal, the office is closed for a week-long summer break and a week-long winter break. Among other offerings, we provide an Employee Assistance Program at no cost to the employee, and a generous 7% contribution opportunity on a 403(b)-retirement plan.

QUALIFIED CANDIDATES, PLEASE APPLY

To apply: Please provide an updated resume and cover letter.

We invite you to consider your cover letter as an opportunity to:

• Tell a story that illuminates your interest in education equity and EdTrust-West’s mission
• Share how your background and experience make you the right fit for this position

EdTrust is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds.