Associate Director, Analytics (EdTech)

TL;DR

Associate Director, Analytics (EdTech): Managing and executing mixed-methods research to drive program and product decisions with an accent on survey design, quantitative analysis, and data visualization. Focus on translating program needs into research questions, performing regression-based analyses, and building Tableau dashboards.

Location: Remote (Must be based in the USA)

Salary: $56,000 – $95,000

Company

A self-sustaining nonprofit dedicated to expanding educational and career opportunities through assessments and research.

What you will do

• Design and execute quantitative and qualitative data collection efforts, including surveys, interview protocols, and focus group guides.
• Manage end-to-end data collection logistics, including programming, recruitment, and ensuring data quality.
• Conduct descriptive, trend, and regression-based analyses to address specific research questions.
• Clean, merge, and validate datasets, integrating administrative data with survey responses.
• Translate research findings into actionable deliverables, such as written summaries and Tableau dashboards.
• Develop materials and training to help internal partners interpret and utilize research data effectively.

Requirements

• Authorization to work in the United States is required.
• Experience conducting applied research with educators, students, or school-based stakeholders.
• Proficiency in survey and interview instrument design, including skip logic and response scales.
• Ability to clean and manage complex quantitative and qualitative datasets.
• Experience with SQL for data extraction and statistical software such as Stata or R.
• Familiarity with qualitative coding and thematic analysis using tools like Atlas.ti, NVivo, or Dedoose.

Nice to have

• Master’s degree in education research, public policy, statistics, or social sciences.
• Proficiency in Qualtrics or Sawtooth for instrument programming.
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and complex formulas.
• Ability to travel 2-3 times a year for business purposes.

Culture & Benefits

• Mission-driven environment focused on educational equity and career opportunity.
• Flexible work arrangement with options for fully remote or hybrid setups (for those near offices).
• Commitment to a learner's mindset, diverse perspectives, and iterative growth.
• Competitive and fair compensation based on qualifications and market data.

Hiring process

• Initial application review and recruiter phone/video screen.
• Hiring manager interview followed by a performance exercise.
• Panel interview, leadership conversation, and reference checks.