Digital Promise · 10 hours ago
Researcher, Neurodiversity
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$107K/yr - $126K/yr
4+ years expDigital Promise is a global nonprofit focused on expanding opportunities for learners. They are seeking a Neurodiversity Researcher to lead research projects that improve technology use in schools and support the development of resources related to neurodiversity.
E-LearningEdTechEducationInnovation ManagementNon Profit
Responsibilities
Leads the development of new content and resources related to neurodiversity
Applies knowledge of qualitative and quantitative methods to collaboratively plan/conduct data collection (e.g., interviews, observations, focus groups) and analysis; summarize insights and findings; and articulate evidence-based recommendations to guide improvements
Supports recruitment of PK-12 teachers and leaders in research projects
Adapts research questions, methods, analyses, & reporting to address research contingencies
Completes research tasks with a high degree of independence
Given a project or task, generates subtasks and schedules to accomplish the work
Understands, implements, and monitors high standards of ethics and equity in the work; understands and meets quality expectations of leadership
Follows policies with respect to IRB, data handling, and security
Coordinates with team members on potential research risks, contributing to solutions when risks are non-routine or when decisions must be made at more senior leadership levels
Participates in partner meetings (e.g. practitioner partners, edtech partners), contributing specialized expertise and helping our team better understand partners’ research/evaluation needs and requirements
Co-authors well-structured, clear and concise research reports and presentations on topics related to neurodiversity in education and edtech
Determines how a report can communicate about challenging issues ethically and effectively
Co-design and deliver webinars and professional learning for educators and edtech partners
Presents project reports and briefings to clients in collaboration with Digital Promise staff
Take direction and elevate questions to ensure understanding of work objectives
Deliver clear verbal and written communications with relevant stakeholders
Exercise good judgment and ability to carry out defined tasks and procedures
Understand and meet process and quality expectations of project leaders in their work, carrying out assigned tasks within work plans and meeting deadlines
Think, work, and plan sequentially towards outcomes on various projects, managing multiple deadlines and needs of different stakeholders
Qualification
Required
Doctorate in a field related to neurodiversity in education, expertise in ASD and/or ADHD highly desired. 4-7 years of related experience
Knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG) and assistive technologies a plus
3+ years of research experience with an academic publication record in neurodiversity in education and related topics
Experience with mixed methods research (qualitative and quantitative)
Experience working with students and teachers in research projects; experience working with edtech companies a plus
Ability to exercise good judgment within generally defined research goals and procedures
Strong writing and oral communication skills
Preferred
An interest in redesigning learning systems
Experience collaborating with cross-functional team members to ensure information is shared, projects are completed on time, and goals are reached
Stellar organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage completing tasks, deadlines, requirement, and decisions
A team mentality, with a creative and positive, 'can-do' spirit
Benefits
Coverage of 85% of health insurance premiums for employee coverage
75% of health insurance premiums for dependent and family coverage
15 vacation days
12 sick days
3% 401k employer contribution
3% employer 401k match
Flexible work environment
Company
Digital Promise
Digital Promise provides support to advance technologies that can transform teaching and learning.
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$15.9MKey Investors
Siegel Family EndowmentNational Institute of Standards and TechnologyNational Science Foundation
2025-12-04Grant
2024-04-03Grant· $0.2M
2018-10-17Grant· $1M
Leadership Team
Jean-Claude Brizard
President and CEO
Kathryn Petrillo-Smith
Vice President & Chief Operating Officer
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