Research Associate - Education Studies -Remote

at  WESTAT

Westat is an employee-owned corporation providing research services to agencies of the U.S. Government, as well as businesses, foundations, and state and local governments. Westat’s research, technical, and administrative staff of more than 2,000 is located at our headquarters in Rockville, Maryland, near Washington, DC.
Westat is committed to building a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusivity, belonging and equity for all. We believe that our greatest strength draws on the different backgrounds, cultures, perspectives and experiences of our employees.
Westat is an employee-owned corporation providing research services to agencies of the U.S. Government, as well as businesses, foundations, and state and local governments. Westat’s research, technical, and administrative staff of more than 2,000 is located at our headquarters in Rockville, Maryland, near Washington, DC.
Westat is committed to building a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusivity, belonging and equity for all. We believe that our greatest strength draws on the different backgrounds, cultures, perspectives and experiences of our employees.

JOB SUMMARY:

Westat is seeking a Research Associate to join a multi-disciplinary team that conducts research and provides technical assistance on special education programs funded by the federal government.
Remote work arrangement available.

Basic Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in social science, education, or another relevant field and a minimum of 5 years of related experience OR an MA/MS degree in social science, education, or another relevant field with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience at the postgraduate level

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Indian Education, Office of Special Education Programs, or Rehabilitation Services Administration.
• Education research, analysis or data collection experience preferred.
• Previous Helpdesk or technical assistance experience preferred.
• Website usability and functionality testing experience preferred.
• Level 5C clearance with the U.S. Department of Education.
• Bilingual (Spanish)

Other Required Qualifications:

• Demonstrated communication skills.
• Collaboration with teams, managers and/or clients.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Organization skills, including time management ability.
• Detail oriented

Westat offers a well-rounded and comprehensive benefits program focused on wellness and work/life balance. Subject to plan requirements, employees may participate in:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Vacation Leave (15 days per year)
• Sick Leave (10 days per year)
• Holiday Leave (7 government holidays plus 2 floating holidays)
• Professional Development
• Health Advocate
• Employee Assistance Program
• Travel Accident Insurance
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Accoun

• Communicate with grant recipients about regulatory and data collection issues.
• Respond to telephone and email inquiries received through the help desk.
• Conduct data collection activities including non-response follow-up.
• Conduct descriptive analyses and draft reports.
• Support virtual meetings, including taking notes.
• Test data collection websites for usability and functionality.

Basic Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in social science, education, or another relevant field and a minimum of 5 years of related experience OR an MA/MS degree in social science, education, or another relevant field with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience at the postgraduate level.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Indian Education, Office of Special Education Programs, or Rehabilitation Services Administration.
• Education research, analysis or data collection experience preferred.
• Previous Helpdesk or technical assistance experience preferred.
• Website usability and functionality testing experience preferred.
• Level 5C clearance with the U.S. Department of Education.
• Bilingual (Spanish).

Other Required Qualifications:

• Demonstrated communication skills.
• Collaboration with teams, managers and/or clients.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Organization skills, including time management ability.
• Detail oriented.

Westat offers a well-rounded and comprehensive benefits program focused on wellness and work/life balance. Subject to plan requirements, employees may participate in:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Vacation Leave (15 days per year)
• Sick Leave (10 days per year)
• Holiday Leave (7 government holidays plus 2 floating holidays)
• Professional Development
• Health Advocate
• Employee Assistance Program
• Travel Accident Insurance
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account

This opportunity will be posted for a minimum of 5 days and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.
Westat is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, or any other protected status under applicable law.