Job Seeker Employer Help/FAQs Home Jobs Your Profile Resources SIGN IN Job Seekers Sign In New Job Seeker? Sign Up Overview Saved Jobs Job Alerts Profile Documents Applications Loading... Job Seekers, Welcome to NAIS Career Center Search Browse Explore Your Job Alerts Your Saved Jobs 0 Back to Search Senior Research Associate Guide for America SAVE savedJobs SAVE savedJobs Senior Research Associate Guide for America Application Attachments: Please include your resume and up to two additional documents. Add File The application opened in a new tab. By using this feature you agree to our Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy. Details Posted: December 15, 2020 Location: United States Show Map Type: Part Time - Faculty Categories: Admissions, Financial Aid, School Counseling Job Responsibility: The Senior Research Associate (“SRA”) is a vitally important role at Guide for America (“GFA”) and will work in close collaboration with GFA’s Senior Research Staff. Senior Research Associates are industry leading experts that have deep domain expertise in the most crucial areas that impact secondary and post-secondary school outcomes. Specifically, we are focused on hiring individuals with expertise in supporting students and families throughout high school while developing and executing individualized post high plans (college or non-college path). Conduct qualitative and quantitative analyses incorporating professional experience and publicly available resources. Create comprehensive research reports on specific issues impacting secondary school students and their families pursuing both college and non-college paths. The Company: Guide for America conducts research that improves opportunities for high school students and families in America. To achieve its mission the company hires exceptionally talented experts from education-related fields who perform in-depth research and compile comprehensive reports. Compensation: Freelance compensation of up to $2,000 per week with ability to set your own hours (expectation of at least 20 hours per week). SRA’s will work remotely. Full time opportunities also available. Interested candidates should forward a resume to research@guideforamerica.com. Feel free to reach out with any questions. Experience and Skills: Minimum 4 years of relevant work experience A minimum of a bachelor’s degree; a master’s degree in higher education, education policy, public policy, statistics, or a related field is preferred Excellent analytic and communication skills (both oral and written, and in a variety of formats and contexts) Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to deliver under deadline pressures Advanced knowledge and experience in Word Deep knowledge of and experience navigating relevant professional and public resources Personal Characteristics: A work ethic built on respect, honesty, teamwork, and excellence Deep respect and appreciation for diversity and inclusion in the workplace Mature communication as well as interpersonal skills Relentlessly detail-oriented and extremely organized Self-starter with the ability to work independently Healthy respect for colleagues and ability to work collaboratively with others Goal-oriented, project-oriented, and results-oriented Desire to be part of an intellectually rich and action-oriented work environment Strong sense of honor and integrity A warm, personal style with a good sense of humor Passion for helping those in need NOTES: Telecommuting is allowed. Create a Job Alert for Similar Jobs Connections working at Guide for America More Jobs Like This Director of Equity and Community Engagement New York, New York The Brearley School Yesterday Director of Admissions and Enrollment Management Gladwyne, Pennsylvania Gladwyne Montessori School 6 Days Ago Associate Director of College Guidance Los Angeles, California The Archer School for Girls 6 Days Ago BACK TO TOP Help is on the way! We're sorry you are having trouble applying for this job. Please try loading this job using the following link before submitting your help request: Name: Email: Please provide details: Submit Help Request Error Close Continue Powered By You do not have JavaScript Enabled on this browser. Please enable it in order to use the full functionality of our website.