Partner, Mobility Research Lab Flexible Location This position will be based in a home office anywhere in the U.S. Regular travel of up to 20% is required. WHO WE ARE TNTP is the nation's preeminent education nonprofit that brings research, policy, and consulting together to meet the needs and aspirations of young people, families, communities, and the nation. We are educators, researchers, and innovators working to ensure every young person has the chance to reach their full potential, every educator and leader is set up for success, and every community has the resources necessary to connect young people to paths of opportunity. We work at every level of the PK-12 system, side by side with educators, system leaders, and communities across 41 states and more than 4,000 systems nationwide to reach ambitious goals for student success. Our vision pushes beyond school walls, catalyzing cross-sector collaboration to create pathways for young people to achieve academic, economic, and social mobility. Learn more about us, what we do, and working here. WHAT YOU’LL DO The Transformation Division ensures TNTP’s work evolves alongside the shifting needs of students and the systems that serve them. We collaborate across teams to elevate student success---by strengthening core services, incubating breakthrough approaches to accelerate learning and scaling promising models that dramatically improve learner outcomes on the national stage. Grounded in the science of learning and guided by the realities students face today, we translate research into action, challenge outdated measures of success, and design solutions that create opportunities for learners today and into the future. Our charge is not incremental improvement, but bold, catalytic transformation---shaping education and adjacent systems to come together to unlock academic, social, and economic mobility for all learners. The Mobility Research Lab, situated in the Transformation Division, is the organization’s research engine that builds evidence, validates innovation, and reveals the drivers of mobility to ensure we are measuring what matters. The Mobility Research Lab turns research into action through: 1) Rapid-cycle testing and proof-of-concept; 2) Longitudinal studies grounded in real classrooms; 3) Evidence-based guidance for funders and policymakers; and 4) Field-shaping insights that strengthen the ecosystem. The Partner, Mobility Research Lab is a critical leader at TNTP - executing and publicizing high-leverage research aligned to TNTP’s National Research & Learning Agenda; establishing a longitudinal data strategy that measures learner access and real-world capabilities; and cultivating internal and external relationships that ensure the sustainability of the Lab and its priorities. Key responsibilities include leading: Mobility Research & Learning: - Execute TNTP’s National Research and Learning Agenda through studies that integrate research, innovation, and practice to generate actionable knowledge, validate breakthrough models, and accelerate system transformation. - Translate practice-grounded insights from TNTP’s client-facing portfolio to strengthen the evidence base for high-impact service models and practices; provide rigorous proof of concept for emerging innovations; leverage longitudinal research to inform scaling decisions; and model and map the drivers of economic and social mobility. - Collaborate across TNTP divisions to connect research with field-shaping strategy and organizational learning goals. - Produce field-facing publications that offer actionable, scalable solutions and amplify TNTP’s North Star. - Secure fundraising and research partnerships to support studies aligned to the research objectives outlined in the National Research & Learning Agenda. Longitudinal Research Strategy - Lead TNTP’s longitudinal data strategy for defining and measuring whether students are on a path to economic and social mobility, using the Mobility Opportunity Scorecard to surface patterns and trajectories and translate results to actionable recommendations and service strategies. - Lead the design and rollout of the organization’s longitudinal data strategy, infrastructure, and reporting, beginning with TNTP’s Student Mobility Experiences Survey, a first-of its kind tool designed to capture students’ academic, social, and career experiences over time. - Establish national benchmark and longitudinal baselines of student mobility experiences by triangulating practice-based insights with mobility tools (e.g., TNTP’s Student Mobility Experiences Survey and Mobility Opportunity Scorecard). - Manage a national dataset for the field, enabling year-over-year comparisons of mobility experiences. - Leverage longitudinal data to inform how TNTP refines services based on evidence of what most improves student capabilities. - Build predictive models that connect student experiences to outcomes. Sustainability and Business Development - Building and executing a revenue-generation strategy aligned to our strategic priorities and demand in the field. - Building a strong network of external stakeholders and partnerships to help promote TNTP’s services and brand and to aid in business development. - Building an understanding of the services TNTP offers aligned to our strategic plan in order to talk to current and prospective clients and funders about our work. - Listening and being responsive to the needs of current and prospective clients and funders to design services that best meet the needs of our learners and clients. Motivating and influencing in the sales process aligned to best practices in the field to maximize impact. Organizational and Team Leadership - Collaborate as a member of organization and division management teams to shape staff experience, organizational learning, and the fiscal health of the division. - Collaborate with divisions across the organization to optimize technology integration, strategic growth opportunities, and thought leadership. - Manage a diverse team and building an inclusive culture – utilizing excellent management and people development skills - to ensure that your team reaches its ambitious goals. - Ensure that staff have a positive experience aligned with our Employee Value Proposition. - Serve as a trusted thought partner to education and policy leaders seeking to design research agendas focused on economic and social mobility. YOUR QUALIFICATIONS Qualifications - Excellent understanding of research and applied research methods and a familiarity with recent research literature in areas related to improving young people’s experiences and outcomes. - A successful track record of using research findings to improve experiences and outcomes for young people of color, young people experiencing poverty, multilingual learners, and/or young people with learning and thinking differences. - Extensive experience leading and managing research- or data-based projects, including an ability to convert broad questions to actionable analytical approaches and high-quality data stories. - Deep study and a track record of leading with inclusion at the forefront. - Senior-level experience leading complex organizational change efforts, including the ability to develop a clear vision and purposeful strategy to achieve ambitious goals. - Excellent management skills, including experience effectively managing analytic and research team staff and developing talent. - Excellent project management skills and an ability to work efficiently and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment. WHAT WE OFFER The salary range for this position is $154,800 - $232,200. New hires can typically expect a starting salary between the range minimum and the salary range midpoint ($154,800-$193,500), in alignment with experience, qualifications, and our commitment to equity in compensation. TNTP also offers a compelling overall Total Rewards package, including competitive mid-market salaries, generous PTO, and comprehensive benefits, with a range of plans and programs designed to support the physical, mental, and financial wellness of employees and their dependents. We suggest learning more about our benefits! (Spoiler alert: we’re closed the last two weeks of December). We also ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation for the interview process. Email talent@tntp.org to request accommodation. HOW TO APPLY Submit your resume online through Workday. In your application, we will also ask you to answer brief questions about your interest in TNTP; your “why” matters to us! The priority application deadline for this position is March 31, 2026, though we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. If you’re eager, you can preview here what to expect after you apply, and we’ll be in touch soon! #LI-REMOTE Position Type: Regular TNTP is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to maintaining a non-discriminatory work environment. TNTP does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, arrest record, conviction record, or any other personal characteristic protected by applicable law. This policy covers all programs, services, policies, and procedures of TNTP, including recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, and administering all personnel actions, such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs or terminations.  Applicants for employment with TNTP must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S.

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.