Research Scientist

Committee for Children•Seattle, WA

10d•$84,000 - $100,000•Remote

About The Position

Committee for Children (CFC) is seeking a purpose-driven Research Scientist to join their team. This role provides expertise in social-emotional learning, education, and child development research to support the Innovation Team in designing and developing new K-12 programs and solutions. The Research Scientist will conduct literature reviews and product evaluations, including user-centered research, pilot studies, and field tests, to generate actionable insights that inform product development across various content areas. This position collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to identify emerging needs, test new concepts, and support the development of evidence-based products that improve student outcomes. The team is described as collaborative, creative, and passionate, offering an opportunity to make an impact daily and influence how client success is used to transform children's lives.

Requirements

3+ years of experience conducting program evaluation involving K-12 schools, product research, or related research activities
Master's degree in Education, Psychology, Social Sciences, Research Methods, or related field required.
Experience conducting applied research to support product development, innovation, program design, or continuous improvement initiatives.
Knowledge of K-12 education, social-emotional learning, child development, mental health or related areas
Experience designing and implementing surveys, interview and focus group protocols, and other research instruments.
Experience working with Institutional Review Boards (IRBs), including preparing and submitting research protocols, informed consent and assent materials, recruitment materials, and related documentation to support ethical review and approval of research involving human participants.
Strong knowledge of descriptive and inferential analysis techniques.
Knowledge of principles related to equity, inclusion, representation, and bias in research.
Ability to communicate research findings through reports, presentations, and stakeholder discussion.
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and diverse stakeholders.
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Applications (e.g., Excel, Forms) and statistical and qualitative analytical software such as SPSS, R, NVivo or similar research tools.

Responsibilities

Conduct literature reviews across relevant disciplines, including education, developmental psychology, neuroscience, prevention science, and educational technology and synthesize findings to inform product development.
Conduct exploratory research to identify emerging student, educator, and market needs that may inform future product innovation.
Translate research evidence into practical recommendations that support product design, content development, and implementation strategies.
Conduct concept testing, prototype evaluations, and user feedback studies to validate product opportunities and inform iterative design decisions.
Develop and manage research plans, timelines, and deliverables for assigned research initiatives.
Design and develop data collection instruments, including surveys, focus group and interview protocols.
Collect and manage quantitative and qualitative data in accordance with established research protocols.
Conduct descriptive and inferential analyses using appropriate statistical methods.
Interpret findings, create data visualizations, and identify meaningful insights, trends, and implications for product improvement.
Prepare research reports, presentations, summaries, and other deliverables for internal and external stakeholders.
Ensure research practices, instruments, and reporting consider inclusivity, representation, and potential sources of bias.
Collaborate with Innovation Team members, including product manager, instructional designers, editors and other team members, to identify user needs, validate assumptions, and incorporate research findings throughout the product development lifecycle.
Listen actively and seek to understand diverse perspectives and experiences.
Navigate differing viewpoints constructively and contribute to productive discussions.
Communicate research findings in ways that support shared understanding among technical and non-technical audiences.

Benefits

100% premium coverage for medical, dental, and vision coverage
50% premium coverage for dependent's medical and dental premiums
Retirement plan + company match up to 3%
Flexible work subsidy: $100 per month for phone and internet costs, office supplies, or commuting costs
16 paid holidays (including winter break and 1 floating holiday)
3 weeks' vacation in the first year
Separate sick leave accrual
Monthly contribution to childcare and/or dependent expenses
FSA account
Parental leave
Sabbatical leave
Employee assistance program
Annual wellness reimbursement
Growth and development opportunities
Disability and life insurance