Ensemble Learning
Research Associate
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Remote - US
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Full-Time
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$90K - $100K
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Research
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June 2nd, 2026
IRB
Edtech.com's Summary
Ensemble Learning is hiring a Research Associate to lead and implement the organization's research agenda under the direction of the VP of Research and Operations. The role involves managing data collection, performing quantitative and qualitative analyses, authoring research communications, and overseeing an ambitious evaluation plan to support educational initiatives.
Highlights
- Lead program evaluation including data collection instrument design and implementation for teacher and school leader surveys, interviews, and observations.
- Manage longitudinal student outcome data and conduct both qualitative and quantitative analyses aligned with the organization's theory of action.
- Prepare comprehensive evaluation reports for internal teams, school partners, and funders.
- Ensure compliance with IRB standards and maintain data governance protocols.
- Manage research project timelines, coordinate with external partners, and disseminate findings through various publications.
- Maintain and update the annual research and evaluation plan aligned with organizational priorities.
- Support grant reporting by translating research findings into metrics and narrative evidence.
- Required skills include expertise in program evaluation, qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods analysis, and strong communication and writing abilities.
- Qualifications include a Master’s degree in educational psychology, statistics, or a related field; a PhD is preferred, along with 2+ years of relevant experience.
- Compensation ranges from $90,000 to $100,000 plus generous benefits.
Research Associate Full Description
Ensemble Learning | Full time
Research Associate
Remote Job | Posted on 06/01/2026
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Job Information
- Date Opened
06/01/2026 - Job Type
- Full time
- Industry
- Education
- Salary
- 90,000-100,000
- Remote Job
Job Description
This is a remote position.
Position Summary
Reporting to the VP of Research and Operations, the Research Associate will serve as the primary implementor of Ensemble Learning’s research agenda. This position will support the research and evaluation strategy set by the VP of Research and Operations, Manage data collection, conduct quantitative and qualitative data analysis, and author research briefs and articles. Ensemble learning is undertaking an ambitious research and evaluation plan and this position will be the primary manager of this plan.
About Ensemble Learning
Ensemble Learning is a nonprofit organization that helps schools and districts nationwide transform teaching and leadership to better serve multilingual learners. Since 2016, Ensemble has supported nearly 300 school systems and reached over 100,000 students through professional learning, coaching, and strategic planning. The organization will employ 15-20 staff in 2026, has doubled its footprint in recent years, and operates on a lean $3M annual budget as it builds infrastructure to scale in the coming years.
Our work blends instructional excellence, leadership development, and systemic change. We anchor the work in the belief that collaboration and equity must work in concert to create lasting impact.
Requirements
Location: This role is Remote working across the 4 US time zones; Candidates are not limited in geography; however, priority will be given to candidates from Texas due to the concentration of our school partners in the state.
Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience ranging from $90,000–$100,000 + generous benefits.
Candidate Profile
Ideal Experience
Position Summary
Reporting to the VP of Research and Operations, the Research Associate will serve as the primary implementor of Ensemble Learning’s research agenda. This position will support the research and evaluation strategy set by the VP of Research and Operations, Manage data collection, conduct quantitative and qualitative data analysis, and author research briefs and articles. Ensemble learning is undertaking an ambitious research and evaluation plan and this position will be the primary manager of this plan.
About Ensemble Learning
Ensemble Learning is a nonprofit organization that helps schools and districts nationwide transform teaching and leadership to better serve multilingual learners. Since 2016, Ensemble has supported nearly 300 school systems and reached over 100,000 students through professional learning, coaching, and strategic planning. The organization will employ 15-20 staff in 2026, has doubled its footprint in recent years, and operates on a lean $3M annual budget as it builds infrastructure to scale in the coming years.
Our work blends instructional excellence, leadership development, and systemic change. We anchor the work in the belief that collaboration and equity must work in concert to create lasting impact.
Requirements
Location: This role is Remote working across the 4 US time zones; Candidates are not limited in geography; however, priority will be given to candidates from Texas due to the concentration of our school partners in the state.
Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience ranging from $90,000–$100,000 + generous benefits.
Candidate Profile
Ideal Experience
- 2+ years of experience in program evaluation
- 2+ years of experience with qualitative, quantitative and mixed methods analyses
- Strong communication and writing skills
- Master’s in educational psychology, statistics, or a related field (PhD preferred)
Other Personal Characteristics
- Low-ego style with comfort sharing leadership
- Can-do attitude towards new & challenging tasks
- High commitment to the mission
- A sense of innovation and creativity
Critical Professional Capabilities
Program Evaluation
- Design and administer data collection instruments including teacher and school leader surveys, pre/post assessments, observation protocols, and interview guides aligned to Ensemble Learning's research questions and theory of action
- Coordinate with school partners to establish data collection timelines, access agreements, and protocols that minimize burden on teachers and administrators
- Conduct fidelity monitoring to assess whether EL interventions are being implemented as designed, and document variation across sites
- Lead focus groups and structured interviews with teachers, school leaders, and (where appropriate) students to generate qualitative data on implementation and outcomes
- Manage longitudinal student outcome data across multiple school years, maintaining clean and analysis-ready datasets for each partner cohort
- Analyze program data against theory of action benchmarks, including comparison to control or matched comparison groups where applicable
- Prepare evaluation reports that synthesize quantitative and qualitative findings for internal leadership, school partners, and external funders
- Ensure compliance with IRB requirements and maintain data governance protocols, including data-sharing agreements with partner districts and schools
Research Project Management
- Maintain a master research calendar tracking all data collection windows, analysis milestones, and reporting deadlines across the full portfolio of evaluation work
- Develop and update the annual research and evaluation plan in coordination with the VP of Research and Operations, ensuring alignment between research activities and organizational priorities
- Manage relationships with external evaluators, university partners, data vendors, or research consultants
- Track progress against deliverables and proactively flag risks to timelines or data quality before they affect reporting commitments to funders or partners
- Coordinate dissemination of research findings through white papers, conference submissions, practitioner briefs, and other publications
- Brief the VP of Research and Operations and leadership team regularly on research progress, emerging findings, and implications for program design
- Support grant reporting by translating research findings into funder-required metrics and narrative evidence of impact
- Work with the operations team to build research infrastructure — establishing or revising systems, templates, and workflows
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