Description

WestEd is a nonpartisan, nonprofit agency that conducts and applies research, develops evidence-based solutions, and provides services and resources in the realms of education, human development, and related fields, with the end goal of improving outcomes and ensuring equity for individuals from infancy through adulthood. WestEd has more than a dozen offices nationwide, from Massachusetts, Georgia, and Washington, DC, to Arizona and California, with headquarters in San Francisco.

Organizational Summary

As a community of over 800 researchers, practitioners, consultants, and administrative professionals from all backgrounds and life experiences, we are committed to making a qualitative difference in the lives of youth, children, and adults. We conduct and apply research, develop evidence-based solutions, and provide consulting services across the country in both rural and urban communities to improve equitable outcomes for individuals from infancy through adulthood. Serving as trusted partners in the areas of education, health, and justice, our teams enhance capacity within communities and school districts to prioritize impact - asking the right questions, customizing methodologies, developing relevant tools, and implementing best practices specific to a diverse range of stakeholder needs.

Throughout WestEd's over 50 year history we have maintained a strong commitment to staff diversity. Individuals of different ethnicities, races, abilities, gender identities, and sexual orientations, as well as from different cultural, linguistic, and socioeconomic backgrounds, work at all levels of the organization. We value the range of perspectives provided by this diverse workforce and the ways in which those perspectives enrich and inform our agency and the work we do. Read more about WestEd's Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

Position Overview

WestEd's Mathematics Area is seeking a Senior Research Associate in Mathematics Education to work with a team of researchers, developers, and technical assistance providers on projects focused on improving teaching and learning for secondary and adult basic education students. This work includes designing, implementing, and refining curriculum and professional development programs for these populations; leading study tasks, such as recruitment, implementation, analysis, and reporting; and leading and contributing to proposals. The position also involves serving on the Mathematics Area's Senior Leadership Team to help shape the direction of a growing portfolio of work.

The ideal candidate has a proven track record of designing, securing funding, and leading complex math education projects that seek to improve outcomes at the secondary and/or adult basic education levels, including improved outcomes for English Learners and underserved student populations; expertise in qualitative, quantitative, or mixed methods research design; evidence of and a strong commitment to promoting educational equity and to producing high-quality project deliverables and publications; prior experience as a practitioner; strong leadership skills; and a curious, collaborative disposition.

Responsibilities

Existing projects (80%) - Lead tasks from 2-3 projects that involve developing, testing, and refining curriculum and professional development materials at middle and high school level math content; analyzing and reporting implementation findings from an evaluation of a math intervention; and/or providing technical assistance to state- and/or district-level math coordinators on standards-based math instruction.

Leadership and proposal development (20%) - Participate in leadership team to refine vision and strategy of Math Area; lead and contribute to proposals.

SPECIAL NOTICE REGARDING THE WORK LOCATION OF THIS POSITION - Currently, all staff at WestEd are working from home until further notice. Once we return to offices, this position will be based in one of WestEd's offices. Candidates can submit a request to work from home.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Doctorate in Mathematics Education (or similar field)


• Mathematics education research experience


• Project management skills and experience, preferably in the context of research projects


• Proven history of working collaboratively with a variety of staff, while attending to multiple priorities


• Strong oral and written communication skills


• Extensive experience with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word

Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. The successful candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary for this role is competitive, set at a WestEd level I, and commensurate with experience. WestEd offers a very generous benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as Life, AD&D and Disability insurance. We also offer various retirement plan options and Flexible Spending Accounts for medical, childcare, and commuter expenses. WestEd offers generous paid holidays and paid time off (PTO), among other benefits.

Perks and Benefits:

In addition to WestEd's comprehensive benefits, our team values flexibility and offers flexible work hours. WestEd aims to provide you with a safe and comfortable work environment and offers ergonomic evaluations to make your work environment the best for you! Committed to the diversity of race, ethnicities, perspectives, and opportunities, WestEd offers a variety of ways to build community, including Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), affinity groups (e.g., WestEd Parents), and professional learning communities (PLCs) for Data Intelligence, Insights, Innovation, and Women in Tech, just to name a few. We hope you'll consider joining us to build better schools, communities, learning pathways, and more!