Research Associate, Spanish

A pioneer in K-12 education since 2000, Amplify is leading the way in next-generation curriculum and assessment. Our core and supplemental programs in ELA, math, and science engage all students in rigorous learning and inspire them to think deeply, creatively, and for themselves. Our formative assessment products help teachers identify the targeted instruction students need to build a strong foundation in early reading and math. All of our programs provide educators with powerful tools that help them understand and respond to the needs of every student. Today, Amplify serves more than 10 million students in all 50 states. For more information, visit amplify.com.
Amplify's Research & Measurement team is looking for a dedicated Research Associate to provide support for our suite of Spanish literacy assessments. The Research Associate will work as a member of research and product teams on a variety of projects involving Spanish literacy assessment and instruction. This person will help plan, coordinate, and implement field testing and research studies;gather and synthesize information to inform theoretical guidance for product development; and draft technical documentation to disseminate results of field research studies. This person will also draft technical documentation to support content development and disseminate results of field research studies that provide support for Amplify's Spanish literacy products and services. The ideal candidate pays close attention to detail and to the quality of work products, manages projects independently, adapts well to a fast-paced environment, and is able to prioritize multiple projects simultaneously.
Responsibilities of the Research Associate:

• Conduct reviews of relevant literature that supports the foundation of current and future products.
• Manage research timelines and budgets.
• Design and create content for Spanish literacy assessments
• Disseminate research results
• Produce reports, position papers, and manuscripts for internal research purposes, external client review, and publication in peer-reviewed or refereed venues.

Basic Qualifications Required of the Research Associate:

• Native or bilingual (Federal ILR Level 5) proficiency of the Spanish language, with a strong command of its nuanced rules in spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Full professional proficiency (Federal ILR Level 4) verbal and written communication skills in English.
• 2+ years of applied research experience and experience conducting research studies is REQUIRED.
• Master's degree in education, educational psychology, linguistics, or other relevant field.
• 1+ years work experience in a school.
• Demonstrated understanding of bi-literacy development in grades K-6, is REQUIRED.

What we offer:
Salary is only one component of the Amplify Total Rewards package, which includes a lucrative 401(k) plan, incentive stock options, competitive health insurance and mental health options, basic life insurance, paid time off, parental leave, and access to best-in-class development programs. The gross salary range for this role is $74,000 - $85,000. This role is eligible to receive an annual discretionary bonus that rewards individual and company performance.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. To that end, we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.
Amplify is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
This position may be funded, in whole or in part, through American Recovery & Reinvestment Act funds.
Amplify Education, Inc. is an E-Verify participant.