Principal Investigator, STEM Evaluations | Domestic Division | Remote

Social Impact is a global development management consulting firm. We provide monitoring, evaluation, strategic planning, and capacity building services to advance development effectiveness. We work across sectors including democracy and governance, health and education, the environment, and economic growth. Since 1997 we have worked in over 100 countries for clients such as US government agencies, bilateral donors, multilateral development banks, foundations, and nonprofits.

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Position Description:

SI is seeking a Principal Investigator (PI) for a proposal to evaluate a multi-state STEM program. The PI would lead studies on a task-by-task basis as they relate to measuring outcomes of a workforce development and STEM education program surrounding community-based partnerships.

Responsibilities:

• Design research methodology for multi-state, multi-site evaluation
• Oversee research team and data collection
• Conduct the IRB approved research protocol
• Follow all SI and client procedures for the ethical conduct of human subjects research
• Respond promptly to all participant concerns and questions
• Maintain subject confidentiality
• Maintain cultural sensitivity
• Responsible for all study reporting, presentations, and deliverables

Qualifications:

• PhD in a related field (education, STEM, engineering, etc.). or MA with related research experience.
• Minimum 3 years of research and evaluation experience
• Prior experience in PI role preferred
• Experience leading K-12 STEM related evaluations required
• Experience with experimental and quasi-experimental studies required
• Experience evaluating programs with school and community partnerships preferred
• Experience negotiating data sharing agreements with schools preferred
• Experience working with institutions of higher education preferred
• Ability to perform work remotely and on site where necessary

Come join our energetic and innovative team! We offer you the opportunity to play a leading role in the growth of our company, work as part of a creative and committed team, and make a difference in the well-being of our world.

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Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. Please, no phone calls.