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Boston College - Newton, MA
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About the position
The Research Specialist, Measurement & Data Analysis at Boston College focuses on statistical programming and data analysis within the TIMSS & PIRLS International Study Center. This role involves assisting in the technical aspects of international assessments, contributing to the design and execution of statistical analyses, and communicating results to a global audience. The position requires a strong background in statistics and experience with large-scale educational measurement projects.
Responsibilities
- Support the completion of reporting schedules through analytic and operational work.
- Collaborate with research specialists, statistical programmers, and psychometricians.
- Develop and maintain data processing systems and computer programs for TIMSS and PIRLS data analysis.
- Create computer programs for data analysis exhibits for reports.
- Document and assist in publishing international databases and user guides for assessments.
- Design and conduct analyses for special studies related to TIMSS and PIRLS data.
Requirements
- MSc or advanced qualifications in statistics, psychometrics, quantitative research methods, or a related field.
- 0-3 years of relevant work experience for Research Associate level.
- 3 years of relevant work experience for Research Specialist level.
- 6 years of relevant work experience for Senior Research Specialist level.
- Strong quantitative skills and experience in complex data analysis and modeling.
- Experience with statistical programming tools, particularly R and SAS.
- Willingness to learn new methodological skills and tools as needed.
- Experience in an international and multicultural environment.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience with multidimensional item response theory models.
- Familiarity with international educational measurement projects.
Benefits
- Tuition remission for Employees
- Tuition remission for Spouses and Children
- Generous Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Low-Cost Life Insurance
- Eligibility for University-Funded 401k and Employer-Sponsored 403b Retirement Plans
- Paid Holidays Annually
- Generous Sick and Vacation Pay
