Research Fellow

Company Description

***Please submit Resume and Cover Letter when applying***

The Center for Applied Linguistics is a nonprofit organization promoting access, equity and mutual understanding for linguistically and culturally diverse people around the world.

The mission of the Center for Applied Linguistics (CAL) is to promote language learning and cultural understanding by serving as a trusted source for research, resources, and policy analysis. Through its work, CAL seeks solutions to issues involving language and culture as they relate to access and equity in education and society around the globe.

CAL is located in Washington, D.C. For this position, the employee may choose to work in their preferred combination of in person at the D.C. office in a hoteling capacity, or remotely (up to 100% remote). CAL does not compensate or reimburse candidates for relocation expenses. This position is not open to candidates residing in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Texas, California, or the U.S. Territories.

Job Description

CAL is seeking a Research Fellow for a one-year appointment. This position provides research and development support for project-specific tasks and activities, including reviewing academic literature, producing professional learning resources, analyzing qualitative data, and drafting reports across CAL's work in dual language and bilingual education, and to support a formative assessment project in science education.

This position may require some travel.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Lead literature review efforts by identifying key resources and producing annotated bibliographies and clear reviews of literature suitable for publication.

• Conduct qualitative research analysis, draft written reports of findings, and contribute to final reports and presentations.

• Create surveys, analyze data, and report on results.

• Support the creation of research-informed professional learning materials in CAL's learning management system.

• Support stakeholder meetings including producing agendas and managing notes.

• Create accessible materials for dissemination including slides, reports, and other materials as needed.

• Communicate with partners and external colleagues.

• Assist with other duties as needed.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university, in a related field, and 4 or more years of relevant experience, or a PhD from an accredited college or university, in a related field.

• Experience with drafting scholarly reports for publication

• Experience with elementary science education

• Experience or formal coursework in dual language or bilingual education, assessment, research methods, qualitative analysis or a combination of the above

• Experience working within a learning management system (LMS)

Any equivalent combination of education and experience determined to be acceptable

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Excellent interpersonal, editing, oral and written communication skills in English.

• Proficiency in a language other than English (preferably Spanish).

• Proficiency in the use of Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

• Proficiency in developing materials in a Learning Management System (LMS)

• Ability to review and synthesize professional literature.

• Ability to execute qualitative analysis.

• Ability to work flexibly and cooperatively in a fast-paced team environment.

• Acute attention to detail and ability to consistently meet deadlines.

• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Additional Information

COMPENSATION:

Minimum Salary: $61,285 ; Benefits eligible

Full-time 1 Year term

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to effectively communicate. The employee may be required to sit or stand in a stationary position for 50% of the time. This position constantly operates a computer and other office productivity equipment. CAL adheres to ADA compliance and guidelines as a common practice.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT STATEMENT

The Center for Applied Linguistics (CAL) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, CAL complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

CAL expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of CAL employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.