Senior Researcher, Healthcare Innovations

Education, Knowledge, and Experience

PhD in a related field (e.g., Sociology, Psychology, Anthropology, Public Policy, or a related discipline) with 3+ years of relevant experience, or a master’s degree with 7+ years of relevant experience.

Demonstrated ability to translate complex ideas into actionable work plans and timelines.

Experience with qualitative data collection methodologies (e.g., structured interviews, observations, survey research) and analytic software (e.g., NVivo), and/or quantitative analysis using tools such as Stata, R, Python, or Access.

Experience managing project and/or task teams on research and evaluation projects.

Experience building and maintaining strong client and partner relationships.

is designed to reward our staff competitively and motivate them to achieve our critical mission. This position offers the anticipated annual salary as listed. Salary offers are made based on internal equity within the institution and external equity with competitive markets. Please note this is the annual salary range for candidates that are based in the United States.

$122,000

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$162,700 USD

Manage day-to-day project operations in roles such as principal investigator, project director, or task lead, ensuring deliverables are completed on time, within budget, and to a high standard.

Lead collaborative project teams by developing timelines and coordinating staff assignments.

Identify research problems and design rigorous applied studies, including aligned research questions, methodologies, and analytic plans.

Apply subject-matter expertise to design and implement relevant, responsive, and impactful research projects.

Lead and contribute to research proposals for federal, state, foundation, and other clients.

Devise and implement innovative solutions to practical challenges in applied research.

Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, the American Institutes for Research (AIR) is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit organization that conducts behavioral and social science research and delivers technical assistance to address some of the most pressing challenges in the United States and globally. We generate evidence and apply data-driven solutions that expand opportunities and improve lives for all.

Responsibilities:

Manage day-to-day project operations in roles such as principal investigator, project director, or task lead, ensuring deliverables are completed on time, within budget, and to a high standard.

Lead collaborative project teams by developing timelines and coordinating staff assignments.

Identify research problems and design rigorous applied studies, including aligned research questions, methodologies, and analytic plans.

Apply subject-matter expertise to design and implement relevant, responsive, and impactful research projects.