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Westat · 1 week ago

Senior Research Associate – Literacy Instruction

Bethesda, MD

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$96K/yr - $132K/yr

6+ years exp

Westat is a leader in research, data collection and analysis, and they are seeking a Senior Research Associate to support their Education Studies Practice. This role focuses on improving literacy instruction through technical assistance projects, research, and capacity-building initiatives for educators.

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Responsibilities

Design and implement instructional capacity-building initiatives focused on literacy, including professional learning, coaching models, curriculum support, and evidence-based practices

Contribute to the design and lead the delivery of technical assistance responsive to state and local needs, including universal, targeted, and intensive TA

Lead and participate in needs sensing and apply implementation science to promote sustainable instructional improvement

Collaborate on strategic TA design across programs/projects, aligning activities with indicators of success and program impact measures

Contribute to project deliverables and quality assurance processes, including peer review and continuous improvement

Represent the organization at conferences and webinars, contribute to thought leadership, and support staff in developing presentations and publications

Build relationships with SEA/LEA leaders, vendors, and partners; participate in meetings and support effective collaboration and progress

Assist with project management tasks and contribute to business development efforts

Qualification

Literacy instruction expertiseEvidence-based practicesCurriculum designProfessional learning designInstructional leadershipResearchEvaluationProject managementCollaboration skillsCommunication skills

Required

BA/BS with 10 or more years of relevant experience, an MA/MS with 6 or more years of relevant experience, or a PhD and 2–4 years of relevant post-doctoral experience

Experience working with educators at the state, district, or school level to improve instructional practices or instructional leadership

Deep knowledge of evidence-based instructional strategies and curriculum design in literacy