Role Description Child Trends is seeking a senior research fellow to help deepen our education research and evaluation efforts. The fellowship program is designed to allow individuals working with other institutions and organizations to become formally affiliated with Child Trends. This position is not a full-time role, and outside employment or affiliations are expected. Research fellows will work closely with senior staff to develop and cultivate new applied research and evaluation projects in key priority areas. Fellows are also expected to mentor less experienced staff, provide quality assurance for research products and support proposal development efforts. The position is fully remote. The ideal candidate will possess deep content and methodological expertise in education research and evaluation. Topical areas of interest include: - Literacy and mathematics - School climate and culture - Rural education - Postsecondary readiness and success Additionally, we are interested in candidates with experience working collaboratively with state and local policy makers and educators and a track record of winning work and producing research products for: - The National Science Foundation (NSF) - The Institute of Education Sciences (IES) - Philanthropic partners Schedule is somewhat flexible and will vary based on availability of work. We are expecting a range of 10-15 hours a week, with higher engagement expected in the Spring and Summer of 2026. Typical Duties - Lead and/or support the development of grant and/or contract proposals - Serve as a subject matter expert and quality reviewer across new and existing projects and products - Develop proposals, concept papers and scopes of work in collaboration with the Program Area Director for Education (PAD) and other senior education team members - Support the start-up of newly funded projects and serve as a project team member where available - Develop thought leadership pieces in collaboration with the PAD Qualifications - Doctoral degree in a related discipline (e.g., Education, Public Policy, Economics, Sociology) - An established track record of winning education research and evaluation funding - Experience conducting collaborative research with policy makers and practitioners and producing relevant and rigorous research products - Experience as a Principal Investigator or Task Lead on an IES funded research project (Preferred) - What Works Clearinghouse (WWC) certification in Group Design (Preferred) The level of this appointment (Research Fellow I or II) will be determined based on the candidate's experience and qualifications. Candidates with a demonstrated track record of leading large, multi-year awards across multiple funders, managing a sustained line of research, and overseeing senior staff may be considered for the Research Fellow II role. The salary range reflects both levels. Note: All applicants with a current academic appointment or full-time organizational affiliation are expected to seek approval from their institution/organization to serve as a Research Fellow with Child Trends. Location Flexible remote; in most states. Child Trends does not yet operate everywhere in the US and may require additional start-up time in certain states. We currently do not support fellows living primarily overseas. Background Investigation Jobs that involve interactions with children and positions that rely on high levels of trust to perform duties are subject to a background check at the time of hire. Employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. We will always conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check and never inquire into an applicant's criminal history until interviews have been conducted and offer decisions are being made. Current employees may also be subject to future background checks depending on the nature of their duties. A criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate or current employee from employment; however, any convictions related to the responsibilities and requirements of the position may do so. How to Apply Please follow the “apply” link to submit your application. Please upload your resume/CV and cover letter as well as a brief writing sample, and three professional references. Company Description We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Title: Archaeologist         Location: Southwestern Arizona    Job Code: Arch_AZ_2026             Job Link: SEARCH Job Postings - Direct Applications           Position Information SEARCH has immediate openings for Archaeologists to join our team on an Arizona/California border monitoring project. This is a Full-Time project hire position expected to run 2 years until the contract ends or is extended. Selected candidates are paid hourly and will work 10-hour days on a 4-on/3-off day schedule for the duration of the project. Work includes monitoring construction sites along the southwestern border, identifying sensitive cultural resources, marking areas of avoidances, conducting surveys, and submitting daily reports to the project lead. Selected candidates must be based in southern Arizona, eligible to work on federal government projects, and meet the project experience qualifications.   SEARCH provides a flexible work environment, a professional and collaborative atmosphere, and a wide range of projects and opportunities for our staff. SEARCH offers a competitive total compensation package with strong health and wellness and retirement plans. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, group term life insurance, 401(k) plan with match, 11 paid holidays per year, and accrued PTO. Pay range for this position is commensurate with education and experience.     Key Responsibilities: - Use experience, education from a degreed program, and professional judgment to identify and target locations of sensitive cultural resources, mark areas for avoidance and buffer zones, and identify site probability based on cultural, geological, and other environmental features. - Adhere to project health and safety plan and participate, and/or lead when necessary, in office and field training and meetings. Offer recommendations for improvement to Health & Safety Manager. - Prepare daily and weekly cultural resource monitoring summaries, photo-documentation, and maps; input data into electronic devices. - Conduct archaeological monitoring, and potentially survey, in accordance with the research design. - Recognize archaeological signatures and apply reasoning to evaluate resources. - Evaluate and record accurate, organized, and clear field notes, maps, drawings, logs, forms, tables, databases, artifact bags, box labels, and other project documentation. - Field identification of artifacts and cultural features. - Perform quality control of field data (hand-written and electronic) on a daily basis to ensure information is accurate and complete. - Use electronic and traditional navigational equipment (GPS, iPad/ArcCollector/Survey 123, compass, transit, etc.) to determine project limits, record fieldwork, document findings, and communicate progress. - Photo-document artifacts, features, land use, landscapes, unique environmental features, historic structures, archaeology sites, unique environmental features, specialized equipment or technique usage, and work-in-progress. - Procure and maintain field equipment and supplies, technology, and vehicles, in a clean, working, and safe manner. - Work closely with other project staff such as environmental monitors and construction crews. - Organized and clear written and oral communication. - Other duties, as assigned.

Title: Postdoctoral Research Associate of Anthropology Location: William & Mary Job Description: Job Requisition: JR101412 Postdoctoral Research Associate of Anthropology (North American Archaeology) (Open) Department: CC00125 WM001 | PROV | Anthropology Dept Job Family: Faculty - Postdoctoral Research Associate (12 months) Worker Sub-Type: Fixed Term (requires end date - benefited) (Fixed Term) Job Requisition Primary Location: Ewell Hall Primary Job Posting Location: William & Mary Job Description Summary: The Department of Anthropology at William & Mary, a public university of the Commonwealth of Virginia, seeks applications for a 2 year, non-tenure track 9-month postdoctoral research fellow position that will begin August 10, 2026. We seek an individual with expertise in North American archaeology. Experience working with Indigenous North American artifacts and collections, with specialized expertise in the US Southeast, is preferred. This position is intended to support collections-based research in the William & Mary Department of Anthropology. Duties include teaching two courses per year in North American archaeology or collections-based research; assisting with the management of the William & Mary Anthropology Collections Lab; and developing and implementing collections-based research projects using William & Mary archaeology collections, along with mentoring student research projects. Job Description: Required Qualifications: - Ph.D. in Anthropology. - Experience teaching and/or researching North American archaeology or collections-based research. - Ability to teach other lecture and seminar-style courses, and to contribute to student mentoring. - Ability to contribute to collections-based research and lab management. Preferred Qualifications: - Experience working with Indigenous North American artifacts and collections, with specialized expertise in the US Southeast. - Proven track record of community-based research with North American Indigenous communities. - Experience working with archaeological legacy collections and associated archival materials. - Experience cataloging and analyzing artifacts. - Experience using Collections Management software. - Experience conducting public engagement. - Familiarity with ArcGIS, Adobe Photoshop, and/or Adobe Illustrator. Conditions of Employment: - This position may require additional hours beyond the typical work week, including occasional overnight and weekend work as needed to meet the business needs of the operation. - This is a restricted position, subject to the term in which it is assigned and hired. All applications must consist of the following materials for full consideration; (Please note: No more than 5 individual documents may be uploaded into the upload field provided. Each individual file must not exceed a size limit of 5MB. if necessary, candidates can compress multiple files into individual zip files for upload): - Curriculum vitae - Cover letter - A statement of research interests and teaching interests - [Optional] A reference page with the contact information (including names, email addresses, and phone numbers) for three references. Applicants are encouraged to reflect on mentoring practices that advance academic excellence and success of all learners/scholars in Anthropology in any of the aforementioned required documents. Candidates who reach the Zoom interview stage will be prompted to submit online the names and email addresses of three references who will be contacted by the system with instructions for how to submit a letter of reference. For full consideration, submit application materials by the initial review date, April 2, 2026. Applications received after the initial review date will be considered if needed. All required supplemental application materials mentioned above must be clearly identified and included with your application for full consideration. Review of applications is ongoing. Applications received after the initial review date will be considered if needed. Benefits William & Mary offers our full-time employees a full array of benefits including retirement, health insurance with options for expanded dental and vision along with group and optional life insurance with coverage for spouse and children, flexible spending accounts, and an EAP (Employee Assistance Program). Our employees enjoy additional university benefits such as educational assistance, professional development, wellness benefits, and a robust holiday schedule. All employees have access to fitness facilities on campus. Staff members also have access to the university libraries, and much more. EEO is the Law. Applicants can learn more about William & Mary’s status as an equal opportunity employer by viewing the "Know Your Rights" poster published by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. https://www.eeoc.gov/know-your-rights-workplace-discrimination-illegal. William & Mary conducts background checks on applicants being considered for employment. Additional Job Description: Job Profile: JP0518 - Postdoctoral Research Associate (12 months) - Exempt - Salary - S99 Qualifications: Compensation Grade: S99 Position Restrictions: Restricted Term EEO is the Law. Applicants can learn more about William & Mary’s status as an equal opportunity employer by viewing the "Know Your Rights" poster published by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. Background Check: William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check. Remote Work Disclaimer: Remote work eligibility is not guaranteed and is subject to approval. Employee eligibility depends on the likelihood of the employee succeeding in a remote work arrangement and the supervisor’s ability to manage remote workers. Departments and/or Human Resources may amend, alter, change, delete, or modify eligibility.

Oversee and manage health studies, supervise research teams, design evaluations, and engage with community stakeholders to enhance public health initiatives and promote health equity in diverse populations.