12 Research and Development jobs

CleanSweep Campaigns and TBWBH Props & Measures is a combined statewide strategy and communications consulting firm specializing in candidate campaigns at the local, state and federal level as well as public finance ballot measures to secure much-needed funding for schools, cities, parks, open space, libraries, transportation, healthcare and more.  Job Overview The Intern role is responsible for supporting the client services team. Collaborating with team members, Interns assist staff in research, creation of campaign mail, outreach materials and collateral, fulfilling archiving duties, weekly campaign field activities and keeping up with materials and deadlines for their assigned clients. Each intern will also complete a final research project – a “case study” of one of the firm’s clients they will be assigned to during their internship.  Duration: August - November (~12-15 weeks) This is an in-person opportunity at our office in Jackson Square, San Francisco....

About Trevor The Trevor Project is the world’s largest suicide prevention and crisis intervention organization for LGBTQ young people. We are a non-profit that provides 24/7 life-saving support via phone, text, and chat. We also operate the world’s largest safe space social networking site for LGBTQ youth and run innovative research, education, and advocacy programs. We’ve been saving lives every day for over 20 years. Overview of the role The first-ever Director of Research Science will guide the scientific direction of the research team to produce high-impact outputs in the form of peer-reviewed manuscripts, research briefs, research reports, and conference presentations. They will mentor and supervise our team of Research Scientists who, along with our Research Associates, will be responsible for conducting data analyses and creating research outputs. The Director of Research Science will work with our Director of Research Projects to ensure that all research...

NPAG is a talent strategy and consulting firm dedicated to serving mission-driven organizations at the leading edge of movements to advance education, health, social and economic justice, and equity nationally and around the world. We provide organizational consulting, talent strategy, and executive search services that build the capacity of organizations and the social movements they support to address society’s most pressing problems. Our success is evident in the high quality and long-term partnerships we have built with some of the most pioneering and impactful mission-driven organizations across the United States. Our placements at both the executive and team levels include renowned thought-leaders, disrupters, and changemakers who are bringing vision and innovation to the sectors they serve. NPAG has also been recognized for the success of our 100% virtual consulting model which allows us to provide higher quality, a stronger value proposition, and fully flexible...

Overview Coleman Family Ventures (CFV) is a new philanthropic investment organization that aims to create a sustainable, more equitable world where all people can thrive. Focused on early childhood, the climate, and NYC communities, CFV is poised to grow its impact in the coming years through grant making, impact investing, education and community engagement. CFV partners with talented leaders and their organizations, supporting them holistically in their missions to achieve tangible outcomes and drive change with their communities. The Research and Impact Strategist (RIS) will be a key partner in developing CFV’s work, working as a generalist to develop and implement programmatic strategies as well as create the necessary operational supports to enable CFV’s desired impact. This includes ensuring that CFV has a full understanding of the existing landscape of the impact areas in which it works, as well as a holistic view of considerations for programmatic and...

About WestEd  As a community of over 800 researchers, practitioners, consultants, and administrative professionals from all backgrounds and life experiences, we are committed to making a qualitative difference in the lives of youth, children, and adults. We conduct and apply research, develop evidence-based solutions, and provide consulting services across the country in both rural and urban communities to improve equitable outcomes for individuals from infancy through adulthood. Serving as trusted partners in the areas of education, health, and justice, our teams enhance capacity within communities and school districts to prioritize impact — asking the right questions, customizing methodologies, developing relevant tools, and implementing best practices specific to a diverse range of stakeholder needs.   Furthering diversity, equity, and inclusion is core to who we are and how we work. We are committed to working with our clients to illuminate and address disparities, value...

About Trevor The Trevor Project is the world’s largest suicide prevention and crisis intervention organization for LGBTQ young people. We are a non-profit that provides 24/7 life-saving support via phone, text, and chat. We also operate the world’s largest safe space social networking site for LGBTQ youth and run innovative research, education, and advocacy programs. We’ve been saving lives every day for over 20 years. Overview of the role The Vice President (VP) of Research will serve as the primary leader of The Trevor Project's growing portfolio of life-saving research on LGBTQ youth mental health.  This VP will oversee and lead a current team of six with the expectation of hiring and expanding to ten by the end of the year and drive the agenda in order to expand the body of research on LGBTQ youth mental health and ensure its findings are communicated to clinicians, researchers, policy makers, the courts, and the general public. The VP of Research will serve as one...

About The Thompson Family Foundation Since 2009, the Thompson Family Foundation has supported Arts, Culture & Public Space, Medical Research, and Community Service. Its founders, Wade and   Angela Thompson, were passionate about New York and determined to make lasting contributions to its civic life. The hallmark of our grantmaking has been significant and transformative investments. In addition to funding large capital and endowment grants, Thompson has provided both general operating and project support. We concentrate on institutions that strengthen the city, but also make grants nationally and occasionally internationally. Thompson has been instrumental in revitalizing the Park Avenue Armory and developing innovations in cancer treatment.   Position Overview  Thompson is planning an expansion into new program areas over the next three years. We will double our commitments to $30 million annually across three major categories: 1.) new...

Position Summary The Vice President for Quality, Research, and Evaluation (QRE) leads the QRE team, oversees its projects/initiatives and staff, and contributes to and supports other quality, research, and evaluation, activities of SBHA. The Vice President for QRE provides SBHA with in-house services and expertise on school-based health care quality improvement; program evaluation; and qualitative and quantitative research, data collection, analysis, and reporting. Job Responsibilities Leads and oversees all SBHA’s quality improvement and evaluation projects and activities, including the National Quality Initiative and National School-Based Health Care Census. Reports and presents on evaluation outcomes. Leads and oversees all SBHA’s data collection activities including survey development, deployment, analysis, and reporting. Leads and oversees all SBHA research and related publication efforts. Reviews, synthesizes, and contributes to the relevant and emerging...

Organization Overview  Results for America (RFA) is the leading, national nonprofit organization helping policymakers at all levels of government harness the power of evidence and data to solve the world’s greatest challenges. Our mission is to make investing in what works the “new normal,” so that, one day, all government leaders use rigorous evidence and quality data to inform important policy and funding decisions. We believe that data-driven and evidence-based policy decisions could significantly increase the impact of the over $1 trillion that governments spend annually to advance economic mobility and racial equity.  Founded in 2012, RFA spent its first three years partnering with policy innovators to build the credibility of evidence-based policymaking, securing early and important wins in education, expanding its work to multiple levels of government and driving awareness and demand through carefully orchestrated education and communication campaigns. During its...