Quantitative Research Associate, Human and Community Development

American Institutes for Research

. Support applied research, evaluation, and technical assistance projects within the Human and Community Development program .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $31 - $35 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in quantitative data collection, management, and analysis, with proficiency in software such as Stata and R. Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills are essential for effective collaboration and project management.

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Quantitative Data CollectionData Management and CleaningStata Software ProficiencyR Software ProficiencyProject Management

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Hard Skills

Quantitative Data AnalysisLiterature ReviewPolicy ScanData InterpretationReport WritingChart and Graph PreparationProposal WritingBusiness DevelopmentStatistical AnalysisData Synthesis

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailCreative Problem-SolvingIndependent WorkTeam CollaborationEffective Communication

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteStataR

Industry Keywords

Human and Community DevelopmentChildren & FamiliesSafety & JusticeSocial SciencesStatisticsData ScienceMathematicsAdministrative DataResearch and EvaluationChild Safeguarding Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support applied research, evaluation, and technical assistance projects within the Human and Community Development program
Work as part of interdisciplinary project teams across a range of policy areas
Assist project teams in compiling and synthesizing information, including conducting literature reviews and policy scans
Participate in collecting and reviewing research and evaluation data
Analyze quantitative and qualitative research data and contribute to interpreting and reporting findings
Prepare documents, report sections, briefs, charts, and graphs describing and interpreting analysis findings
Support proposal writing and business development activities
Support project management, including developing project timelines, coordinating meetings, and tracking project progress
Contribute primarily to Children & Families or Safety & Justice portfolios, with opportunities to support both

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in the social sciences, statistics, data science, mathematics, or a closely related quantitative field with 2+ years of experience; or a Master’s degree in one of these fields
Experience conducting quantitative data collection
Experience managing and cleaning quantitative data
Experience using quantitative data analysis software, such as Stata or R
Familiarity with data management, cleaning, analysis, and collaborative coding in R and/or Stata
Familiarity with administrative data
Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in data collection and report writing
Creative and independent approach to problem-solving and answering questions with quantitative data
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate efficiently in a virtual work environment
Excellent organizational and time-management skills
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis
Employment-based visa sponsorship, including H-1B sponsorship, is not available
Qualified candidates may need to meet certain residency requirements depending on project work
Selected candidates will undergo reference and background checks
Candidates must adhere to AIR’s child safeguarding standards and principles

Benefits

Comp & perks

AIR’s Total Rewards Program
Equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer
Reference and background checks
Drug-free work environment
Reasonable accommodation during the employment process
Remote work arrangement