The Partnership for Los Angeles Schools is seeking a Manager of Research & Policy to support the organization’s policy and advocacy efforts through high-quality research, policy and data analysis, and policy strategy. This position will play a key role in advancing educational equity by designing and leading research projects, co-developing multi-year campaign strategies, supporting family and community partnerships, and translating complex state and local policy landscapes into accessible and actionable insights. The Manager of Research & Policy will collaborate closely with internal teams and community partners to ensure that policy positions reflect the lived experiences of students, families, and educators across Partnership schools. The role will also support external influence strategies by contributing to public-facing materials, presentations, and learning exchanges, supporting legislative analysis, and representing the Partnership in key external spaces. This position will report to the Director of Research & Policy. The Manager of Research & Policy has a direct impact on the 2030 strategic plan by driving policy strategies that remove systemic barriers in staffing, supporting Black students and emergent bilingual learners, and protecting equitable funding. Through research, analysis, and community-centered advocacy, this role translates policy into practice and strengthens systems change within Partnership schools and the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), throughout the state of California, and nationally. The Partnership is committed to continuously building an anti-racist culture that promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in classrooms and in our home office. The Manager of Research & Policy will be someone who is committed to implementing these values in creative ways when executing day-to-day tasks and responsibilities.