A charity that enables young people to realise their full potential through the power of computing
Senior Research Scientist
Location
United States
Posted
2 days ago
Salary
$120K - $140K / year
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Senior Research Scientist
Raspberry Pi Foundation
• Work with the Director of Research and Impact to scope new research projects in topical and culturally-relevant computing, AI, data science education in formal and informal settings in the US and non-US global contexts. • Lead and support a team of researchers and coordinators who are responsible for executing research on time and on budget • Lead the implementation and execution of research projects • Work with the team to ensure the production and dissemination of high-quality research • Build and maintain excellent working relations within cross-functional teams at RPF as well as research partners and collaborators • Support the design of products and tools at RPF through research • Support the use of research developed by the team and from the field across curricular and digital products of the Raspberry Pi Foundation • Contribute to the promotion and mobilization of computing, AI, and data science education research in the community • Write up the results of research and contribute to the publication of results in high-quality, peer-reviewed academic literature • Disseminate results of projects through presentations at conferences, internal and external blog posts, as well as articles in Hello World. • Keep abreast of developments within the discipline and profession, and seek continuous improvement of professional practice • Represent the Foundation’s research to external audiences and stakeholders, in collaboration with the Director of Research and Impact • Establish good communications within the team and with external partners
Job Requirements
- A PhD in either education, learning sciences, or related subject, computer science, AI, data science, or a related field.
- At least three years of postdoctoral research experience
- A breadth and depth of specialist knowledge in research methods and techniques
- A proven track record of delivering projects that meet the desired objectives
- The ability to manage a team
- Experience of managing own workload, including sufficient administrative skills to manage projects
- Experience of grant or other funding applications
- The ability to balance multiple priorities and deal with ambiguity
- The ability to think strategically and conceptually about research design and delivery
- A supportive and collaborative approach to leadership
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
- A willingness to travel
Benefits
- Paid time off. In addition to public holidays, full-time employees in the US receive 15 days of paid time off, plus 3 additional days of paid time off for the company-wide closure at the end of each year.
- Retirement Savings Plan (401)(k). We match 100% of employee contributions up to the first 5%.
- Private Healthcare. We provide private healthcare (including dental and vision) for you and for your dependents through United Healthcare and Guardian.
- Flexible working. We have clear policies to provide flexibility over when and where you work, helping you balance work responsibilities with the rest of your life.
- Support for parents and carers. We provide generous family leave and flexibility for parents and carers.
- Group term life insurance & disability insurance. We provide insurance and income protection schemes to provide peace of mind for you and your family.
- Investing in learning and development. We invest in your growth and development, including through access to learning resources and training, with dedicated time for all employees.
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