Principal Research Scientist (Policy Research)

at Educational Testing Service in Boise, Idaho, United States

ETS is committed to driving positive societal change through innovative educational Policy Research. OurResearch Division is seeking a thought leader to spearhead a cutting-edgePolicy Research agenda on future readiness of populations and closingopportunity gaps. This agenda will address issues such as improving literacyskills and education systems, innovative teacher pipeline development andactionable policy insights for better learning outcomes. We are seeking avisionary candidate who can lead an interdisciplinary team of researchers whoare passionate and dedicated to improving equity and social justice byinfluencing the actions of policymakers, educators, and the systems in whichthey participate.

As a Principal ResearchScientist, you will be at the forefront of shaping the future of policyresearch at ETS. You will lead the way in conducting research, analysis, andevaluation of complex policy issues, translating your team's findings intoevidence-based policies that drive equity and social justice. Your insightswill empower policymakers, stakeholders and the public to make informeddecisions that enhance learning outcomes, opportunities and the equitableallocation of resources.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Conduct comprehensive research, analysis, and evaluation of complex policy issues, contributing to evidence-based policy that can lead to more equitable and socially just decision making.

+ Analyze existing policies, gather relevant data, and evaluate their impact on various stakeholders and the society as a whole.

+ Monitor emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities in the policy and governance landscape, synthesizing these insights into actionable recommendations.

+ Prepare policy briefs, reports, and presentations that effectively communicate research findings to diverse audiences, including policymakers, stakeholders, and the general public.

+ Drive proposal development for external funding to support our research initiatives, establishing collaborations with government agencies, foundations and funding sources.

+ Serve as liaison between ETS and various client groups, particularly addressing issues of equity and opportunity.

+ Provide mentorship to professional and support staff, guiding their work, offering counsel, and fostering a collaborative environment.

+ Collaborate seamlessly with cross-functional teams, contributing your expertise to interdisciplinary research projects.

+ A doctoral degree in Public Policy, Economics, Political Science or a related field.

+ A minimum of twelve years of progressively responsible research experience, including a minimum of three years at the senior research leadership level, demonstrating your ability to drive impactful research.

+ Demonstrated expertise in conducting Policy Research, ideally focusing on equity, opportunity, education system improvements, teacher pipeline development, and learning outcome enhancements.

+ Knowledge of and experience with large-scale national and international databases.

+ A proven track record of acquiring funding from government agencies and private foundations.

+ Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and creative problem-solving skills to address complex policy challenges.

+ Effective communication and teamwork abilities that enable you to thrive in a collaborative and dynamic environment.

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ETS believes in a Total Rewards philosophy for our employees, and they include:

+ Health, Vision, Dental insurance plans to choose from

+ Generous continuous learning support, from individual learning grants to up to 6 classes a year for tuition reimbursement as well as on-line learning access!

+ Generous PTO and vacation time to balance your work and life

+ Additional 8 hours of PTO for volunteer work

+ Retirement plan (401(a)) and traditional Roth (403b) with company contribution

+ Commuter Benefits, Pet Insurance, 1 year subscription to Calm App

ETS is mission driven and action oriented

+ Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging is at the forefront of the ETS employee's daily work. To further foster an inclusive environment ETS is home to a wide variety of Affinity groups that celebrate the diversity of our talented employees.

+ How about cultivating growth, innovation, and continuous transformation for the next generation of rising professionals as leaders? ETS offers multiple Business Resource Groups (BRG) for you!

+ Are you passionate about volunteering and being active in your career and community? ETS offers our Center for Advocacy & Philanthropy (CAAP) where we encourage ETS employees to become active volunteers in their communities and schools through the ETS Cares Giving Campaign. Our employees can support any 501c3 or eligible charity of their choice.

ETS is an Equal Opportunity Employer comprised of people with different experiences, strengths, and backgrounds who share a passion for advancing quality and equity in education. We are dedicated to building teams that reflect the various backgrounds, experiences, and identities of those we serve. The Talent Acquisition team strives to ensure candidates enjoy a fair and equitable hiring process. We believe our differences empower us to be a better team, making better decisions and delivering better results.