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The Brookings Institution is a nonprofit public policy organization based in Washington, DC. Our mission is to conduct in-depth research that leads to new ideas for solving problems facing society at the local, national and global level.

We bring together leading experts in government and academia from all over the world, rooted in open-minded inquiry and representing diverse points of view, who provide the highest quality research, policy recommendations, and analysis. Research topics cover a full range of public policy issues in economics, foreign policy, development, governance and metropolitan policy.  

With fair and transparent business practices, clear communication, mutual respect, and a collaborative atmosphere that offers both professional and personal development opportunities, Brookings offers an inclusive and welcoming workplace that values the efforts of all contributors.  

The Global Economy and Development program at Brookings aims to shape the policy debate on how to improve global economic cooperation and fight global poverty and sources of social stress. For over two decades, the Center for Universal Education (CUE) has been at the forefront of global policy research focused on inclusive education and skills development. CUE works closely with networks of international partners to accelerate educational progress and systems change so that all learners–especially the most marginalized–can develop a breadth of skills to thrive in a rapidly changing world. The center helps develop policies and actionable strategies related to global education for and in partnership with policymakers at all levels of government, funders, civil society, and the private sector.

Position Location: This position is hybrid. Hybrid positions combine regular in-person presence at our Washington, DC office with the option of two days of remote work each week.

Please note: This position is included in the staff bargaining unit, Brookings United, affiliated with the IFPTE Local 70 union, and is covered under the terms of the collective bargaining agreement

Responsibilities

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CUE is seeking a Senior Research Analyst to support its work on Artificial Intelligence (AI), Education, and Student Engagement. The Senior Research Analyst supports CUE’s Senior Fellow and Director and works closely with the project team working on addressing the role of student agency in an increasingly AI-infused world.

This position will be a one-year termed appointment, subject to extension if funding is available.

Research Design and Analysis (70%)

Participates in and coordinates the team’s research design, implementation, visualization, and writing processes.
Drafts high quality working papers, briefs, blogs, publications, and other easily accessible and public facing materials and presentations based on data and research.
Supports in drafting, editing and proof reading of research reports, policy briefs, articles, blogs, short videos on the research, and other published materials as well as unpublished documents.
Creates tables, graphs, and other data visualizations that clearly communicate research findings, and helps contribute data to workshop presentations, publications, website and other public dissemination of findings.
Conducts literature reviews and policy analysis through document review and content analysis. Track and monitor current events, policy analysis papers, and government activities as they pertain to the research topic.
Conducts and co-leads empirical quantitative and qualitative research using methods such as: survey analysis, interviews, and focus group discussions.
Conducts complex qualitative data analysis, compiles and organizes datasets, and provides independent contributions to research development and analysis for case studies, reports, and tools.
Monitors and summarizes current events, debates, policy analysis, and research related to the questions and topics being investigated;
Co-leads or supports preparation and presentation of research (may include travel). This includes preparing PowerPoints, presentation hand outs, agenda/plans for events, etc.
Lead the strategic design of key events in support of the work, including discussions, workshops, presentations, and symposia, and partner with internal and external stakeholders.
Creates and executes action plans related to the research workstream; addresses challenges in workflow as they arise, including by adjusting timelines, communicating upcoming deadlines and priorities to team, and providing strategic planning on project.

Project Coordination and Outreach (30%)

Reviews and coordinates work with consultants and partner organizations as needed to advance project.
Participates in regular CUE meetings.
Supports on MEL tracking and preparation of grant implementation progress reports and tracking of impact of activities.
Maintains relevant project databases and research files.
Leads on amplifying visibility of the work through social media and coordinating communication plans, in consultation with Communications team to support the content of project-specific web pages and publications;
Other coordination and support duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Ready to make an impact? In this role, you will support Brookings values of collegiality, respect, inclusion, diversity and community, and bring the following qualifications:

Education/Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in education, Sociology, Data Science, Educational Psychology, International Relations/Development/Affairs, or related social science field required. Master’s degree strongly preferred. Minimum of two years of relevant research experience required (quantitative and qualitative research). Experience with fast-paced research, research-practitioner partnerships, classroom experience and family-school engagement work a plus.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

Strong knowledge, work experience, and established interest in drivers of student learning, pedagogical practice, and technology in child development and education. Familiarity with topics at the intersection of AI and education helpful. Strong written, research, and oral communications skills required; high functionality in Microsoft Office software package; strong track record in organizing and managing complicated projects with multiple components; and a proven problem-solver and self-starter. Must be able to present research work in a cogent style consistent with standards for Brookings and the field. Ability to meet rapid, multiple deadlines in a fast-paced work environment. Professional demeanor, high level of comfort working in a culturally-diverse environment, and with high-profile individuals from academic, policy, corporate, government, and international circles. Ability to work well under pressure with discretion and mature judgment. Successful candidate should be creative, flexible, adaptable, and open to engaging in iterative and co-constructed research with others. Excellent data collection, analysis and synthesis, and writing skills, and ability to work indepedently and in teams in the research process.

Must have capacity to connect details and data and bring them to a larger conversation and help make data and research understandable to decisionmaker and policymaker audiences, and responsive to their needs and contexts. Outstanding oral and written communication skills. Works well under multiple deadlines in a fast-paced work environment. Has strong professional judgement and cultural-capacity in working with working with diverse groups of practitioners, researchers, and policy makers from multiple country contexts, including those with high-level roles. Applicants with foreign language expertise welcomed.

Additional Information

What can we offer you? Brookings provides a generous benefit package that is comprehensive and includes both traditional benefits and unique offerings. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, generous time off, and workplace flexibility. For more information, please visit Brookings Benefits.

Brookings requires that all applicants submit a cover letter and resume. Please attach your cover letter and resume as one document when you apply. Please note: if you have applied to more than one Brookings job opening you should add a position-specific cover letter as a separate attachment.  

Successful completion of a background investigation is required for employment at Brookings.

Brookings welcomes and celebrates diversity in all its forms, including diversity of experience, thought, and personal background. We welcome applications that reflect a variety of backgrounds based on ideology, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, first generation college goers, and other factors protected by law. Brookings is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace. All selection decisions are based upon merit, skills, abilities and experience.

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