About the job
Join the dynamic team at the Center for Education Policy Research (CEPR) at Harvard University as a Senior Research Analyst (SRA). CEPR is dedicated to revolutionizing education through rigorous research and data-driven decisions, ensuring that educational leaders make informed choices that benefit all students. As part of our commitment to advancing academic success, the SRA will play a pivotal role in analyzing educational trends and outcomes across the nation.
The Senior Research Analyst will oversee and contribute to vital research initiatives focused on various educational subjects, including college and career readiness, effective literacy strategies, high-quality curricula, charter school evaluation, and the impact of educational technology. The findings from these studies will not only enhance student performance but will also drive a paradigm shift in data utilization within the education sector. Responsibilities will encompass developing analytic plans, proposing research projects, conducting independent analyses with minimal oversight, crafting reports for diverse audiences, leading technical presentations, and supporting grant applications.
Key Responsibilities:
Research Analysis:
- Initiate and lead innovative research analyses by formulating research questions, identifying policies for evaluation, and determining suitable methodologies.
- Create detailed pre-analysis plans that outline key variables and deliverables, fostering transparency and alignment with open science standards.
- Collect and respond to feedback from faculty and senior researchers to refine research processes.
- Manage and process extensive longitudinal datasets, ensuring data quality and integrity.
- Contribute to the education field by providing insightful analyses and actionable recommendations.

