Lead Research Associate at edmentum

United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Education, EdTechIndustries

Requirements

  • Master’s degree in educational psychology, research methods, data science, or a related quantitative field plus 3+ years of relevant experience, including ideally experience working with school districts; or a bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of equivalent experience
  • Proficient in R, Python, or other statistical software, with experience in version control and managing large data files
  • Advanced knowledge of statistics and research methods
  • Experienced in designing research studies and analysis plans
  • Demonstrated success in managing study participants
  • Experience with AI tools (e.g., GPT, Claude) and an awareness of their applications in research
  • Track record of mentoring and guiding others in research best practices
  • Collaborative, adaptable, and thrive in dynamic environments
  • Communicate clearly and influence team culture through inclusion and trust
  • Detail-oriented, passionate about accuracy, and consistently meet deadlines
  • Familiar with educational technology and current trends
  • Comfortable working independently and providing guidance to others
  • Innovative and seek opportunities to improve processes and outcomes
  • Willing to take on evolving responsibilities based on business needs

Responsibilities

  • Define, refine, and own the full data acquisition lifecycle across multiple research teams
  • Proactively coordinate external data acquisition and special studies, identifying new opportunities and maintaining robust tracking systems
  • Develop and implement new processes to enhance data analysis efficiency and accuracy
  • Mentor and guide junior research staff, reviewing analysis plans, code, and project deliverables
  • Identify and resolve data quality issues, collaborating with data teams to ensure integrity
  • Lead cross-functional collaborations to achieve ambitious project goals
  • Represent the research team at conferences, presenting findings and contributing to team learning

Skills

R
Python
statistical software
version control
data acquisition
data analysis
data quality
research methods
educational research

edmentum

Educational technology solutions for K-12 schools

About edmentum

Edmentum creates educational technology solutions designed to improve student outcomes in K-12 education. Their products help educators address learning challenges such as knowledge gaps, concept mastery, and credit recovery by providing data-driven tools that tailor educational experiences to individual student needs. Edmentum serves a wide range of clients, impacting over 43,000 schools and 5.2 million students across the U.S. and more than 100 countries. Unlike many competitors, Edmentum focuses on integrating its solutions into existing school curriculums, allowing teachers to offer personalized learning experiences. The company's goal is to enhance the educational journey of students by equipping educators with effective tools and fostering strong relationships with them.

Bloomington, IndianaHeadquarters
1960Year Founded
$42MTotal Funding
DEBTCompany Stage
EducationIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Vacation
Wellness Program

Risks

Emerging EdTech startups offer innovative solutions at lower costs, threatening market share.
Rapid technological advancements may outpace Edmentum's platform updates, risking obsolescence.
Data privacy regulations could increase operational costs and complexity for Edmentum.

Differentiation

Edmentum offers data-driven solutions tailored to individual student needs.
The company integrates durable skills into middle school career exploration courses.
Edmentum supports K-12 educators with tools for knowledge gaps and credit recovery.

Upsides

Growing demand for personalized learning solutions post-COVID-19 benefits Edmentum.
Partnership with America Succeeds enhances Edmentum's career exploration offerings.
AI-driven educational tools trend aligns with Edmentum's data-driven approach.

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