Harvard Kennedy School - Project Manager in Education

The Research Fellow (Project Manager) will join Professor Todd Rogers and his team in the Student Social Support R&D Lab (S3 R&D Lab) at the Center for Public Leadership, Harvard Kennedy School.  The S3 R&D Lab works on projects at the intersection of education, psychology, judgment and decision-making, and behavioral economics.

Most of the S3 R&D Lab’s research projects explore the impact on student achievement of mobilizing the support of students' family and friends.  This education intervention research takes place in a range of educational settings, including K-12 schools and districts, online universities, state and community colleges', test prep programs, and MOOCs. 

The Research Fellow position is an excellent opportunity for those interested in eventually pursuing advanced degrees and/or careers in research.

Research Fellows (Field) should have a combination of the following skills:

• • Ability to manage projects
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Comfort in, and familiarity with, K-12 schools and colleges (preferably experience teaching or working with disadvantaged communities)
  • Strong writing, editing, organization and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work with, and manage, a small collaborative research team
  • Comfort with statistical analysis and software useful but not necessary (e.g., SPSS, Stata, or R)
  • Understanding of, and familiarity with, experimental design

 Basic Requirements: BA/BS degree.  MA or PhD a plus

Applicants should submit résumé and cover letter to Catherine Kearns (Catherine_kearns@hks.harvard.edu<mailto:Catherine_kearns@hks.harvard.edu>).  Finalists may be asked to submit writing samples or transcripts, and may be asked to perform a task simulation. Position could begin immediately.

Note: We are only able to hire people who are eligible to work in the United States without needing the University's visa sponsorship.

For more information on S3 R&D Lab, visit www.s3rd.org

HelloWallet - Behavioral Researcher

HelloWallet - Behavioral Researcher

Understand how people manage their money, and help them save for the future.

HelloWallet is looking for a behavioral researcher to join our team: someone who can design behavioral experiments and work with leading behavioral economists and psychologists from around the country to identify interventions that will help our members manage their money more effectively.   You’ll work directly with our Principal Scientist and our Academic Advisory Board to design, execute, and write about our research.

At HelloWallet, we provide independent financial guidance via online and mobile applications to the employees of Fortune 100 companies.  On the research team, we apply behavioral economics to develop effective interventions that increase the adoption, usage, and long term impact of our product on our member’s finances.  We conduct hundreds of experimental studies to determine what works, and what doesn’t.   We are doggedly pragmatic – sometimes that means isolating a theoretical mechanism, but often it means trying every crazy idea we can think of, and testing the nuances of framing and presentation that academic research never considers.

To join the team, you’ll need insight into how the mind makes decisions, and know how to study and write about the decision making process.  Usually, that means formal postgraduate training in behavioral economics, political behavior, or judgment and decision making.  It certainly means knowing how to run power calcs, and how to analyze experimental results.   

All the boring stuff:

Postgraduate training in behavioral social science, or equivalent professional experience
Professional experience in applied consumer research is ideal, especially with consumer financial behavior
Demonstrated ability writing about behavioral research for a general audience is also ideal.
At least two years of experience using R or STATA to analyze complex datasets and panel data (academics: yes, GRAs count)
Experience doing data processing and analysis in SQL in a big plus
Until a few weeks ago, we were a cool young startup.  Now, we’re a cool, young, well-funded part of Morningstar, the independent investment guidance company.  Same jobs, same atmosphere, more job security. Join us.

Contact sawendel@hellowallet.com with your CV.   
Equal opportunity employer. We’re located in the DC area, and we need you to be too.

BIT Ventures - Senior Programme Manager

Nesta is looking for an exceptional candidate to lead the 'Behavioural Insights Ventures' programme.

This person will channel the world class behavioural science of the Behavioural Insights Team (BIT) into a series of commercial products designed to deliver positive social change. 

To do this they will help design a portfolio of different products, and then on a case by case basis build the right delivery capability to take these products to market – either by building teams internally, partnering with outside organisations or starting new companies.

This role has huge potential to build successful ventures and achieve large-scale social impact.  In order to qualify you will need to be able to demonstrate a successful track record of spotting commercial opportunities, and building high quality teams or partnerships to take products to market.

This is a two year fixed term contract and either full time or part time hours will be considered.

To apply: send your CV, a short covering letter and completed equal opportunities form to jobs@nesta.org.uk.

Closing date for applications: 9am Monday 20 October 2014.

First interviews will take place: Thursday 23 October 2014

U.S. Air Force - Behavioral Scientist / Psychologist

Behavioral Scientist (AFSC 61B)
Req Code    120-STS-OH0-14
      
The Psychologist - Behavioral Scientist is to support US Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine, of 711 HPW/HP, Human Systems Integration Directorate.

The mission of the 711 Human Systems Integration Directorate (711 HPW/HP) and purpose of Human Systems Integration (HSI) is to optimize warfighter capability through a human-centric approach to system development, acquisition, and sustainment.

The Psychologist must have the ability to apply human performance theories and principles in the analysis and design of human systems, apply human modeling capabilities to facilitate the analysis and design of human systems, synthesize and appraise the domains of HSI in a systems acquisition context, and appraise the political, organizational, social, and economic issues associated with integrating human-machine systems into organizations.

• Capability Planning Assessments and Analysis. Provide consultation and analyses to support a more comprehensive consideration of the human element in the assessment and analysis of capability gaps. Identify quantity and type of analysis/assessment provided per program. Provide impact statement/Return on Investment (ROI) data.
• Review all MAJCOM capabilities-based documents staffed in the Information and Resource Support System 
• Provide HSI plan for supervisory/technical director review.
• Prepare and submit input reports for Working Group (WG) meeting
• Capability Modifications. The contractor shall work with capability managers to review System Modification Forms (AF Form 1067) for human-related issues and drive HSI domain considerations into deficiency investigations and resolution.
• Capabilities Development, Production and Deployment. The contractors will provide support to program offices for the acquisition phases: technology development phase; engineering and manufacturing development phase; production and deployment phase; operations and support phase.

Education
• Graduate degree in behavioral science, psychology; sociology; or human factors engineering is mandatory. Completion of one or more of the following courses at the graduate level: mathematics, statistics, quantitative methods, research analysis, research design, research methods, modeling, simulation, systems engineering is mandatory.
• Completion of the Acquisition Fundamentals Course (WFAM 103) or (L30QR63A1) or Defense Acquisition University Fundamentals of Systems Acquisition Management (ACQ 101) will be required or equivalent classes in Acquisition Management.
Experience
• Minimum of 5 years experience in human factors research, development, design, and technical writing or related field. 
• Minimum of 3 years experience specializing in HSI and defense acquisitions. Preference will be given to degree in HSI, certification in HSI, or participation in HSI certificate program.
• Experience in writing a variety of technical articles, reports, brochures, and/or manuals for documentation for a wide range of uses.
• Knowledge of Government regulations, manuals, technical orders, standards and industry publications related to the discipline required to perform the work on the Task Order.
• Expertise in specifications and/or utilization in a specific HSI domain (manpower, personnel, training, human factors engineering, environment, safety, occupational health, survivability, and habitability.
• Experience with research in laboratory and field settings.
Special Requirements/Certifications
Candidate must be able to pass a National Agency Check.

Physical Requirements
• Ability to effectively and efficiently handle multiple tasks simultaneously with precision and adapt to changes in responsibilities and workloads.
• Possess extensive organizational skills and the ability to work independently.
• There may be times when it is necessary for the contractor to work after duty hours in support of specific tasking's. 

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Federal Health Operation - Research Scientist

Research Scientist Job
Date: Sep 18, 2014
Location: San Diego, CA, US
Research Scientist (Job Number:608966)

Description:
The Federal Health Operation has an immediate opening for a full time Research Scientist I to support the Health and Behavioral Sciences Department at the Naval Health Research Center in San Diego, CA.

This position support a longitudinal survey and database research project to assess the health, readiness, and training of military medical personnel. The successful candidate will work closely and collaboratively with Principal Investigators, analysts and subject matter experts to identify ways to answer complex mental and physical health questions with population-level military medical and personnel electronic records. The successful candidate will manage and support (1) the day-to-day operations of the survey administration effort and (2) the creation, cleaning, and management of a project-specific database. The successful candidate must be prepared to work independently to complete discrete tasks, with minimal supervision, but should also be comfortable working as part of a larger research team. The successful candidate will be responsible for completing tasking assigned by Principal Investigators, but will also be responsible for supervising and tasking project support personnel.

Besides the primary tasks of survey administration and database creation, the successful candidate will be prepared to support efforts and share lead responsibility for tasks across the full research project cycle, including, but not limited to: project conceptualization; proposal development and submission; project documentation and compliance (e.g., IRB protocol, data-sharing agreements, survey approval, etc.); data collection; data management; data analysis; presentation of results; and preparation of manuscripts. The successful applicant will be prepared to work independently as a representative of the research team at meetings, conferences, and other off-site commitments. The successful applicant will have demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills to successfully interact with a variety of people, including high-level military personnel. Applicant must communicate effectively, diplomatically, and professionally, in person, in writing, and on the phone.
The ideal candidate will possess strong verbal, written, and analytical skills; be organized and detail-orientated; demonstrate project management skills, including the ability to determine appropriate priorities and complete projects accurately, on-time, and within budget; able to take initiative, and work well independently and as part of a team.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in relevant social science field (e.g., epidemiology, public health, psychology), or a Bachelor’s degree and significant work experience
• At least 5 years of experience supporting professional research projects with human subjects
• Demonstrated experience using SAS, SPSS, R, STATA, or other statistical packages
• Demonstrated experience using MS Office and EndNote
• Strong technical writing background
• Applied knowledge of univariate, bivariate and multivariate statistical tests/analysis
• Strong background in research methodology and research design
• Ability to work well with a wide variety of people (including military leaders and military study participants)

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree relevant social science field (e.g., epidemiology, public health, psychology) and at least 5 years professional research experience in a military medical lab or military research environment.
• Demonstrated experience presenting original research results at conferences or in written form
• Demonstrated project management capabilities, at least 2 years
• Demonstrated experience conducting research using the Military Health System Data Repository and military personnel records from DEERS and Defense Manpower Data Center
• Demonstrated experience preparing military research documents, including military data-sharing agreements and IRB protocols

Due to federal contract restrictions, candidate must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain a Secret Clearance.

Primary Location: United States-CA-SAN DIEGO

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret

Travel: None

Schedule: Full-time

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Amazon - Data Scientist: Talent Assessment

Job Description

Amazon is looking for an outstanding Data Scientist to be part of our Talent Assessment team. As a member of the Talent Assessment team, you will get the opportunity to be part of leading-edge research and analysis to understand how Amazon’s innovative assessment solutions directly impact important business outcomes. You will be working in an entrepreneurial environment solving complex problems. You will work closely with the business and technical teams to perform compelling analyses that delivers actionable results. 

In this role you will be part of the Global Talent Acquisition organization and you will also work closely with teams across Amazon. Successful candidates will be detail-driven and have excellent problem solving abilities. We are passionate about using our backgrounds in social science to drive excellent people-related business decisions. 

Responsibilities include:

• Develop analysis plans and implement appropriate statistical techniques to answer complex business questions.
• Independently analyze HR and business outcomes data in order to identify relationships and trends; incorporate data visualization of statistical analyses.
• Develop predictive models for important business- and people-centered outcomes
• Interact with executive project sponsors across multiple businesses to understand the business outcomes important for success; operationalize those outcomes in ways that can be measured and ultimately predicted.
• Drive the collection of new data and the refinement of existing data sources. 
• Interpret data and communicate complex findings to leaders in HR and across business.
Write research papers for internal audiences.
Basic Qualifications
• 5+ years of industry experience
• Master's degree in Industrial - Organizational Psychology, Behavioral Economics, Statistics, or related field
• Strong statistical skills (for example, able to conduct analyses using HLM, regression, ANOVA, IRT methods, Structural Equation Modeling, etc)
Preferred Qualifications
• PhD strongly preferred in Industrial - Organizational Psychology, Statistics, Behavioral Economics, or related field
• Previous work experience in applying statistics to HR and business outcomes
• Strong technical skills and proficient in programs such as SPSS, R, Excel, Access 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent quantitative analytical abilities
• Proven problem solving skills
• Strong organizational skills

Norc - Research Scientist

NORC at the University of Chicago is an independent research organization headquartered in downtown Chicago with additional offices on The University of Chicago's campus and in Washington, D.C. and Bethesda, Maryland. NORC also supports a nationwide field staff as well as international research operations. With clients throughout the world, NORC collaborates with government agencies, foundations, educational institutions, nonprofit organizations and businesses to provide the data and analysis that supports informed decision making in key areas including health, education, economics, crime, justice, energy, security, and the environment. NORC’s 70 years of leadership and experience in data collection, analysis, and dissemination—coupled with deep subject matter expertise—provides the foundation for effective solutions.
 

Job Description
 
NORC at the University of Chicago is always seeking qualified Research Scientists in Chicago, Illinois.
 
Responsibilities

• Providing substantive input and direction to task leaders and project directors;
• Analyze data collected during pretests and main components of studies in accordance with professional standards;
• Assisting with the design of experiments and other methodological research for data collection efforts;
• Working on questionnaire content and design, bringing an understanding of the literature and seminal research of the substantive field to the design of the instrument, and participate in writing publication quality research reports.
• This position also has responsibilities for developing grant applications and contract proposals, generally contributing to sections in which understanding of the substantive area is vital, in assisting communications with clients, consultants, and members of the research community, and obtaining information about and interpreting upcoming and issued Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Applications, Program Announcements, and other solicitation information.

Qualifications

• Bachelors' in social or behavioral sciences, Masters' or Doctoral degree preferred.
• Candidates should have experience with the design and execution of social science research and in publishing research results, with a strong career-appropriate record of peer-reviewed technical publications.
• Training in an array of social science disciplines will be considered.
• Knowledge of the principles, methods, and procedures of survey research is required.
• Knowledge and experience in the substantive field is highly desirable.
• In addition to a substantive background in a relevant discipline, the ideal candidate will have experience and knowledge of the basic principles of the survey design, regression analysis and causal modeling in the social sciences, sampling, standard statistical software packages (SAS or SPSS), and quantitative data file construction.
• Experience with estimating project and proposal costs is a plus.
• The candidate must have very good oral and written communication skills and a strong orientation toward working in teams and coordinating work with other teams.

Instagram - Advertising Client Measurement Lead

Instagram is an incredible platform for marketers to connect emotionally with people all over the world. This makes Instagram an exciting place to measure the effectiveness of advertising on both sentiment and behavior. The Marketing Science Measurement team is seeking an experienced market research professional to help advertisers understand the business impact of their investments on Instagram, including ROI measurement, and the development of best practices for advertisers. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a budding advertising business. 

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a foundation in research and statistics, the desire to get out on the front lines of brand advertising, and a passion for generating data-based insights. This role will challenge the candidate to provide strategic direction to major brand advertisers on their advertising approach, work deeply with the external research industry, and develop strategic insights for marketing on the Instagram platform. Applicants should have a passion for Instagram and be self-motivated. This is a full time position based in our New York, NY office.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the largest national advertisers to help them understand how to best measure the value they create from investing in ads on Instagram
• Conduct in-depth advertising effectiveness studies for advertisers, leveraging internal data analysis and survey tools
• Provide feedback and insights on general client measurement strategies and solutions
• Partner very closely with the sales team to convey the value of advertising on Instagram to agencies and advertisers

Requirements

• 4+ years of relevant experience, media research experience and general love of data and numbers
• Advanced degree in psychology, statistics, economics, behavioral or social science or a related quantitative field preferred
• Excellent statistical and data analysis skills (e.g. significance testing, regression modeling, etc.)
• Direct experience working with large data-sets
• Solid track record of inspiring action based on data-driven insights
• Experience using SPSS, SAS, R, Matlab, or similar statistical packages
• Familiarity with survey research methods and considerations
• Passion for Instagram
• General knowledge of advertising and/or measurement methods and technologies is a plus
• Track record of operating independently, demonstrating creativity, being detail-oriented, and delivering results in a highly organized manner
• Excellent communication skills

Bank of America - Behavioral Finance Analyst

Job description

Manages diverse administrative functions usually for a very large, complex department or for a complete line of business that may be regional or national in scope, often requiring associates in one or more location. Functions managed may include: financial control/budgeting and consolidation, personnel processes, audit/compliance, premises, and coordination of certain projects, associate training, service quality, process improvement, business continuity, or communication. Consults with senior management in evaluating current methods and developing strategies to implement changes and improvements. Requires a thorough knowledge of the department or business units functional area or products. Working knowledge of general bank policies, programs and procedures and financial/accounting practices. Generally has full management responsibility over a relatively large team and may manage one or more levels of managers.

Enterprise Role Description:

Reporting to theHead of Behavioral Finance, the Behavioral Finance Analyst (BeFi Analyst) is responsible for consulting with FAs and clients for Merrill Lynch Global Wealth Management as well as other Bank of America brands (e.g., Merrill Edge) to support BeFi initiatives. Ultimately, the behavioral finance initiative is aimed at creating collaborative and synergistic product, strategy and service solutions between clients and the business. Position will also partner with: OPM, CSS, ML Learning, Marketing, Wealth Management Tools, and Investment Management & Guidance groups.   

Key responsibilities:

- Drive the Behavioral Finance (BeFi) and Goals-Based Wealth Management (GBWM) strategies via the delivery of coaching and training through market-wide programs, local in-person meetings, virtual training calls, one-on-one training sessions with FAs/CAs and OMT
- Advisory representative for Client Experience Standard work streams and Field and Forum meetings
- Provide detailed FA training on innovative BeFi and GBWM tools (e.g., Investment Personality Assessment, Goal Explorer, Wealth Bench) in order to support the GBWM initiative
- Serve as a BeFi subject matter expert (SME) for FA/client-focused research and tools
- Work as a liaison between the OPM/GBWM home office strategy teams and the market team (including the Market  Executive and Complex Directors) to ensure seamless messaging on BeFi and GBWM initiatives
- Maintain strategic vision document of the BeFi team and capture historical activities/best practices

Role Requirements:

•       Credentialed with planning designation(s) – e.g., CFP
•       Series 7 and 66
•       Ability to facilitate learning in both large-group and 1:1 settings
•       Effective communication skills (verbal and non-verbal)
•       Strong writing and presentation skills
•       Ability to assess needs of FAs and clients to recommend appropriate solutions/interventions
•       Ability to listen  and probe for clarity and understanding
•       Ability to operate in self-directed manner
•       Strong relationship builder
•       Strong understanding of the FA role coupled with knowledge of how to navigate the USWM organization
•       Ability to engage with and influence others
•       Strong follow-through skills
•       5+ years working with Advisors and clients on planning-related issues preferred
•       Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Economics, Business, Psychology, or Finance.
•       MA or PhD in Psychology, Statistics or Economics preferred
Posting Date: 09/29/2014

Location: US-NY-New York

Travel: Yes, 75 % of the Time

Full / Part-time: Fulltime

Hours Per Week: 40.00

Prime Decision - Research Assistant

Position available: Research Assistant

Are you fascinated by human behaviour? We’re looking for a friendly, analytical individual to join us.

About us

Prime Decision is a strategy and insight consultancy which specialises in applied behavioural science. We help leading companies and charities to identify and influence the measurable behaviours which matter most to them. Our growing client-base includes Red Bull, The Movember Foundation and Toyota.

Our bespoke project teams include academic consultants and behavioural economists, as well as seasoned industry specialists. Some projects are geared towards optimisation, others towards innovation. Besides our strong heritage in digital marketing and customer experience, we are increasingly tasked with challenges like fraud, fundraising and employee behaviour change.

The ideal candidate

You have solid expertise in behavioural science or social psychology. You are likely to possess a masters in behavioural economics, judgment & decision-making or a similar field. Highly numerate, you’re proficient at analysing data and conducting research. You’ve probably been described as a geek, despite having great communication skills.

Focused and methodical in style, you are hungry to apply your academic experience in a commercial context – and although not essential, you may have already gained work experience at a consultancy or agency. A keen follower of trends in digital and mobile behaviours, you have an appetite to explore new tools and data technologies.

While you love working collaboratively, the freedom to work independently appeals to you. You’re looking for a role with intellectual challenge, creativity and variety.

The role

Prime Decision is a young and ambitious company at a crucial stage of its development. You’ll be a valued member of a small team, not a cog in a big machine, so we’ll invest time and resource to ensure that you thrive.
You can expect great opportunities for progression, with scope to evolve the role in line with your talents and ambitions.

You’ll work closely with our lead strategist, providing research and analysis support on a diverse range of client projects, as well as new business and marketing initiatives. As appropriate, you will also be expected to engage directly with clients and academics.

Responsibilities will include:

Conducting desk research and reviewing academic literature
Synthesising a broad range of data sources, analysing potentially large and complex data sets
Planning experiments and randomised controlled trials (RCTs)
Using your knowledge of psychological biases and heuristics to inform client strategy development
Communicating efficiently and harmoniously with partners and clients, helping to ensure the timely delivery of strategy and insight outputs
Assisting with the creation of proposals, presentations and insight reports
Monitoring and evaluating new behavioural research, publications and models, as well as industry best-practices
Curating and sharing relevant content in social media
Authoring marketing content on behavioural economics and related topics
Salary and location

We plan to offer an six-month contract, to be extended into a permanent role in 2015.
Salary is subject to your skills and experience.

We welcome applicants from either Bristol or London. Although our headquarters in Bristol, we’re building our London presence and are supportive of remote working. The position will ideally start in November 2014, although we can be flexible for the right candidate.

To apply, please send a CV and short cover letter to hello@prime-decision.com by 12th October 2014.