Research Assistant
Washington D.C. Metro Area
Responsibilities included the collection and management of data; analysis and cleaning of data using Statistical Analysis System (SAS); development of survey instruments and interview protocols; providing logistical support for internal and external project meetings; generating weekly client reports; tracking and managing large amounts of stipends; and creating client communication materialsKey Contributions: • Developed, managed, and led two-year study incentive effort of over $123,050. • Led and managed data team of five; received award for leadership contributions. • Coordinated complex tracking program for over 4,000 observations requiring advanced programming and coordination of staff, and management of dynamic system to provide real-time data.• Worked directly with subcontractor to troubleshoot ongoing data issues, managed junior staff and senior data management staff, and created high quality weekly reports tracking all of implementation progress.Projects included (not limited):Baltimore City Public Schools, Consulting on Student Growth Measures, American Institutes for ResearchU.S. Department of Education, Connected Educators, American Institutes for ResearchU.S. Department of Education, National Comprehensive Center for Teacher Quality, American Institutes for Research