Research Associate
Reporting Relationship: Director of Research Institute
Location: New York City (or Remote)
Salary Range: $70,000–$80,000
Position Objective:
Work as a critical member of the Research Institute to develop and execute all areas of GLSEN’s research program, which provides insight into LGBTQ+ issues in K-12 education and evaluates the efficacy of GLSEN programs and recommended interventions.
Manage research projects, in collaboration with other members of the Research Institute.
- Manage multiple current research projects, including original research related to LGBTQ+ issues in education.
- Work collaboratively with other research staff on multiple research projects (including those managed by others).
- Design and execute research studies, including obtaining Research Ethics Review Committee approval, instrument design, participant outreach, data collection, data cleaning and coding, and data analysis.
- Conduct evaluation research on GLSEN’s programs and initiatives to assess need, implementation, and/or effectiveness.
- Participate in developing, updating, and maintaining a knowledge base of the current social science literature regarding issues of sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression in education.
- Assist in identifying funding opportunities for research and in writing of grant proposals.
Prepare and present GLSEN’s research findings for internal and external audiences.
- Analyze data and write up research findings and conclusions for publication as research reports, briefs, and blogs for GLSEN constituents, educators, advocates, policymakers, and for scholarly publications.
- Prepare and deliver presentations on research findings for academic and practitioner audiences, including at conferences and via online seminars.
- Collaborate with GLSEN staff and consultants on design of research publications and related collateral, such as cover art, infographics, and press releases.
- Disseminate research findings and information about the Research Institute through traditional and social media channels (including GLSEN Research twitter and email listserv, and responding to media requests).
Collaborate with GLSEN staff and key organizational allies to promote GLSEN’s efforts to achieve policy and programmatic improvements on LGBTQ+ issues in K-12 schools.
- Respond to external requests for information about GLSEN’s research and to other research questions regarding LGBTQ+ issues and education, including shepherding outside requests for applications to GLSEN’s Research Ethics Review Committee.
- Respond to internal requests for research results and statistical information of use to GLSEN’s communications, policy, educator, and youth programming efforts.
- Provide technical assistance, maintain relationships, collaborate with outside researchers, and partner organizations.
- Assist with administration of GLSEN’s Research Advisory Bodies, including corresponding with members, scheduling meetings, and processing reimbursement and honoraria requests.
- Provide leadership and support to the 40+ GLSEN state/local Chapters regarding research endeavors or information.
Education:
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Graduate degree in Psychology, Social Work, Education, Public Health, or other relevant social science discipline
Required Skills:
- Experience conducting research in a non-academic setting.
- Experience conducting quantitative research and statistical analysis, as well as experience with qualitative research.
- Strong knowledge of multivariate statistics using SPSS for analysis.
- Familiarity with LGBTQ+ issues in education and/or issues of LGBTQ+ youth in general.
- Familiarity with educational or other social science research, research methods, and program evaluation.
- Excellent written and oral presentation skills.
- Ability to adapt and translate academic studies and research for general audiences.
- Organizational skills and ability to work as part of a team.
- Attention to detail and ability to multi-task.
Work Environment and Physical Requirements:
This position primarily works in an office-setting. Travel may be required.
- Ability to sit for eight (8) or more hours with breaks
- This is a sedentary position, with standing desks available
- Must be able to comply with the physical demands of travel
- This position demands extensive keyboarding, visual acuity required
- Occasionally asked to lift 25+ pounds
To apply, submit your resume and a letter of interest to: http://www.glsen.org/apply-to-work-at-glsen.
GLSEN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strongly encourage people of color, people of diverse gender identities, people with disabilities, women, and non-LGBTQ people to apply.
