New York University
Overview
The Research Alliance for New York City Schools, an independent research center housed at New York University, invites applications for a full-time Data Manager. We conduct rigorous research to inform education policy and practice in New York City and beyond. We work closely with leadership of the NYC Public School system (NYCPS), as well as a variety of education-focused agencies and organizations, to ensure that the evidence produced by our studies is relevant to their needs and we share findings with the public to generate support for evidence-based decisions. The Research Alliance data archive—one of the largest education databases in the country and the only one of its kind in NYC—central to our mission, links over 30 years of data from different sources, providing a rich picture of students’ experiences, opportunities, and outcomes, as well as information on teachers, administrators, and schools. This includes data from the annual NYC School Survey, which gathers feedback from teachers, students, and parents about their school learning environment. The archive also houses data from other public agencies (e.g., the U.S. Census Bureau, the National Center for Education Statistics, CUNY), enabling study of how a broad range of factors shape students’ educational journeys. Position Overview We are seeking a highly motivated and entrepreneurial Data Manager to join our team. The Data Manager will work with the leadership team and play a critical role in managing complex educational data systems that support high-quality research and evaluation projects. This role combines technical data management expertise with strategic partnership development and community engagement responsibilities. The position involves stewarding and expanding our data archive, improving existing systems and protocols, and implementing new ones to enhance data quality and organizational efficiency. The Data Manager will collaborate closely with researchers to produce rigorous research and provide technical leadership and support around using the archive to staff and affiliates. They will serve as a liaison with education agencies and community partners, and conduct targeted outreach to enhance data sharing and broaden participation in education research. The Data Manager is also expected to contribute to organizational sustainability by identifying grant opportunities, writing proposals, and exploring other innovative approaches to funding our data infrastructure. Ultimately, this role will enhance the Research Alliance’s responsiveness to NYC’s education stakeholders and communities, enabling us to more fully deliver on our commitment to advance equity through meaningful partnerships and rigorous research. Job Description / Key Responsibilities The Data Manager will work with our team to develop and implement a strategic plan to improve our data archive infrastructure and expand its use to address a wider spectrum of pressing questions for policy and practice. The Data Manager will also supervise the work of 1-2 Research Analysts. Specific responsibilities include: Data Systems and Infrastructure Management: Oversee and improve documentation, data processing and management, and data access protocols for the Research Alliance data archive Develop standardized processes for data cleaning, transformation, and analysis workflows, including data quality assurance procedures and automated validation checks Work with NYU's IT staff to monitor, maintain, and contribute to strategic planning for the organization's data systems Oversee data use agreements and manage relationships with partner agencies (e.g., NYCPS, CUNY, community-based organizations) Ensure compliance with data use agreements and IRB requirements and adherence to data security protocols and privacy regulations (FERPA, etc.) Research Support and Technical Operations: Process or oversee and support data production specialists and analysts in processing data in SAS, including macro programming, and support/troubleshoot staff programming difficulties Provide technical assistance, training, and support to research staff on data management best practices Work closely with researchers to determine data requirements for rigorous research and evaluation designs and prepare comprehensive data sets for multi-level and longitudinal data analyses Partnership Development and Outreach: Conduct outreach to raise awareness of the archive's capabilities among community members, nonprofit organizations, university-based scholars, and funders, focusing on groups underrepresented in education policy and research Develop and manage new partnerships with public agencies and nonprofits to integrate additional data into the archive (e.g., on employment and earnings, health, etc.) Explore strategies to support "match-making" and collaboration between researchers and practice partners to leverage the data archive for policy and practice Development and Funding: Assist in and/or lead development of grant proposals and other funding mechanisms to support data archive management and infrastructure; explore innovative approaches to developing funding and support Compensation and Eligibility In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $90,000 - $110,000. New York University considers factors such as the specific grant funding and the terms of the research grant when extending an offer. Education and Experience : Master’s degree or higher with extensive experience in data science, education policy, economics, statistics, applied psychology, sociology, or related social science field (Ph.D. preferred) Five or more years of experience leading accountability and/or data management in a state or local school system or policy research organization Track record of fundraising to support research or data infrastructure strongly preferred Technical Skills : Experience managing large-scale datasets with documentation Programming and statistical analysis skills in SAS and other database software (Stata and R preferred) Proficiency with SQL for database querying and management Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, R, Python) Knowledge of Linux/Unix systems Experience with cloud-based data storage and computing platforms (AWS, Google Cloud, etc.) Strong written and oral communication skills Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities Attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and integrity Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate in a team Knowledge of NYC Public Schools and its data systems highly desirable Experience in education policy research or program evaluation preferred Work Eligibility : This position does not provide employment sponsorship. You must be eligible and authorized to work in the U.S. without employment sponsorship. Compensation and Benefits : Salary: $90,000 – $110,000 annually, commensurate with experience Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan, tuition assistance (full details in the Benefits Guide) Access to NYU resources and facilities Hybrid work arrangement with in-person and remote options on NYU’s New York City campus Application Instructions : Submit resume or CV and a cover letter discussing interest and qualifications Provide at least one sample work product (e.g., sample code, database documentation, data visualizations, a research report, slide deck) References may be requested after initial interview Application materials should be submitted through NYU’s online application portal Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until filled Privacy and Equal Opportunity For people in the EU, privacy rights information under GDPR is available here: www.nyu.edu/it/gdpr NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to equal opportunity in recruitment and hiring regardless of age, alienage, caregiver status, disability, ethnicity, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, parental status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply. Sustainability Statement NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/sustainability
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The Research Alliance for New York City Schools, an independent research center housed at New York University, invites applications for a full-time Data Manager. We conduct rigorous research to inform education policy and practice in New York City and beyond. We work closely with leadership of the NYC Public School system (NYCPS), as well as a variety of education-focused agencies and organizations, to ensure that the evidence produced by our studies is relevant to their needs and we share findings with the public to generate support for evidence-based decisions. The Research Alliance data archive—one of the largest education databases in the country and the only one of its kind in NYC—central to our mission, links over 30 years of data from different sources, providing a rich picture of students’ experiences, opportunities, and outcomes, as well as information on teachers, administrators, and schools. This includes data from the annual NYC School Survey, which gathers feedback from teachers, students, and parents about their school learning environment. The archive also houses data from other public agencies (e.g., the U.S. Census Bureau, the National Center for Education Statistics, CUNY), enabling study of how a broad range of factors shape students’ educational journeys. Position Overview We are seeking a highly motivated and entrepreneurial Data Manager to join our team. The Data Manager will work with the leadership team and play a critical role in managing complex educational data systems that support high-quality research and evaluation projects. This role combines technical data management expertise with strategic partnership development and community engagement responsibilities. The position involves stewarding and expanding our data archive, improving existing systems and protocols, and implementing new ones to enhance data quality and organizational efficiency. The Data Manager will collaborate closely with researchers to produce rigorous research and provide technical leadership and support around using the archive to staff and affiliates. They will serve as a liaison with education agencies and community partners, and conduct targeted outreach to enhance data sharing and broaden participation in education research. The Data Manager is also expected to contribute to organizational sustainability by identifying grant opportunities, writing proposals, and exploring other innovative approaches to funding our data infrastructure. Ultimately, this role will enhance the Research Alliance’s responsiveness to NYC’s education stakeholders and communities, enabling us to more fully deliver on our commitment to advance equity through meaningful partnerships and rigorous research. Job Description / Key Responsibilities The Data Manager will work with our team to develop and implement a strategic plan to improve our data archive infrastructure and expand its use to address a wider spectrum of pressing questions for policy and practice. The Data Manager will also supervise the work of 1-2 Research Analysts. Specific responsibilities include: Data Systems and Infrastructure Management: Oversee and improve documentation, data processing and management, and data access protocols for the Research Alliance data archive Develop standardized processes for data cleaning, transformation, and analysis workflows, including data quality assurance procedures and automated validation checks Work with NYU's IT staff to monitor, maintain, and contribute to strategic planning for the organization's data systems Oversee data use agreements and manage relationships with partner agencies (e.g., NYCPS, CUNY, community-based organizations) Ensure compliance with data use agreements and IRB requirements and adherence to data security protocols and privacy regulations (FERPA, etc.) Research Support and Technical Operations: Process or oversee and support data production specialists and analysts in processing data in SAS, including macro programming, and support/troubleshoot staff programming difficulties Provide technical assistance, training, and support to research staff on data management best practices Work closely with researchers to determine data requirements for rigorous research and evaluation designs and prepare comprehensive data sets for multi-level and longitudinal data analyses Partnership Development and Outreach: Conduct outreach to raise awareness of the archive's capabilities among community members, nonprofit organizations, university-based scholars, and funders, focusing on groups underrepresented in education policy and research Develop and manage new partnerships with public agencies and nonprofits to integrate additional data into the archive (e.g., on employment and earnings, health, etc.) Explore strategies to support "match-making" and collaboration between researchers and practice partners to leverage the data archive for policy and practice Development and Funding: Assist in and/or lead development of grant proposals and other funding mechanisms to support data archive management and infrastructure; explore innovative approaches to developing funding and support Compensation and Eligibility In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $90,000 - $110,000. New York University considers factors such as the specific grant funding and the terms of the research grant when extending an offer. Education and Experience : Master’s degree or higher with extensive experience in data science, education policy, economics, statistics, applied psychology, sociology, or related social science field (Ph.D. preferred) Five or more years of experience leading accountability and/or data management in a state or local school system or policy research organization Track record of fundraising to support research or data infrastructure strongly preferred Technical Skills : Experience managing large-scale datasets with documentation Programming and statistical analysis skills in SAS and other database software (Stata and R preferred) Proficiency with SQL for database querying and management Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, R, Python) Knowledge of Linux/Unix systems Experience with cloud-based data storage and computing platforms (AWS, Google Cloud, etc.) Strong written and oral communication skills Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities Attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and integrity Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate in a team Knowledge of NYC Public Schools and its data systems highly desirable Experience in education policy research or program evaluation preferred Work Eligibility : This position does not provide employment sponsorship. You must be eligible and authorized to work in the U.S. without employment sponsorship. Compensation and Benefits : Salary: $90,000 – $110,000 annually, commensurate with experience Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan, tuition assistance (full details in the Benefits Guide) Access to NYU resources and facilities Hybrid work arrangement with in-person and remote options on NYU’s New York City campus Application Instructions : Submit resume or CV and a cover letter discussing interest and qualifications Provide at least one sample work product (e.g., sample code, database documentation, data visualizations, a research report, slide deck) References may be requested after initial interview Application materials should be submitted through NYU’s online application portal Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until filled Privacy and Equal Opportunity For people in the EU, privacy rights information under GDPR is available here: www.nyu.edu/it/gdpr NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to equal opportunity in recruitment and hiring regardless of age, alienage, caregiver status, disability, ethnicity, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, parental status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply. Sustainability Statement NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/sustainability
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