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Education Policy Researcher

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Jana Sangy, Human Resources Manager
Email: jsangy@epi.org
Phone: 2023315511
, 20005

Job Description

Education Policy Researcher The Economic Policy Institute (EPI) seeks an education policy researcher with skills to conduct qualitative and/or quantitative research, coordinate research (of external EPI research associates) and communicate research findings to policymakers and the media. A key aspect of the job is to develop and implement research/policy dissemination strategies, including briefings with policymakers and the media. An advanced degree in economics, education, sociology or public policy or equivalent experience is required. Shared values with EPI’s mission; and, a willingness and aptitude to learn sophisticated written and oral communication skills for media and policy audiences are essential. We seek a senior, mid-level or junior candidate with strong analytic capability and knowledge of education policies, issues and programs. The education program covers a broad range of research interests. Areas of focus include teacher quality, school vouchers, charter schools, costs of an “adequate” education, accountability, achievement trends, school spending patterns, trends in workforce skills, education adequacy for at-risk youth, and the role of social factors on achievement. The mission of the Economic Policy Institute is to provide high-quality research and education in order to promote a prosperous, fair, and sustainable economy. EPI’s staff and its network of researchers have a proven capacity for high quality scholarship, a demonstrated ability to communicate to diverse audiences, a commitment to a free exchange of ideas, and a willingness to challenge conventional thinking. It adheres to strict standards of sound, objective research and analysis, and combines this with outreach and popular and policy education. The Economic Policy Institute is an affirmative action employer. Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply. To apply, send cover letter, letter of interest, vita, list of references, and writing samples to: Economic Policy Institute, 1333 H Street NW, Suite 300 – East Tower, Washington, D.C. 20005, ATTN: Human Resources (hr@epi.org). Please state “education policy researcher” as the subject line. No phone calls please.

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Application Deadline: Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Expiration Date: Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Contact Website: http://www.epi.org/

Submission Date: Wednesday, April 07, 2010 at 1:53 p.m.