Associate Program Officer

The Spencer Foundation is dedicated to advancing education through the funding of research that addresses critical questions and opportunities in education. We support research that is rigorous, intellectually ambitious, and that supports equitable education systems in order to cultivate learning and transform lives.  

Job Summary  

The Associate Program Officer (APO) reports to the Director of Programs and plays a crucial role in supporting the Foundation’s grant-making and research initiatives. This position involves working closely with Foundation staff to review and manage grant proposals and programs and participate in funding decision-making. APO’s also help represent the Foundation at professional conferences and meetings. This is a 4-year termed position.  

Education and Experience  

• PhD or EdD with a substantial focus on research in education or related social science field required. 

• Expertise in advanced quantitative research methods, for example, RCT’s, regression discontinuity, instrumental variables, propensity score matching, Structural Equation Modeling, or hierarchical linear modeling. This could include utilizing these methods to study topical areas such as higher education, assessment, or disability studies.   

• Strong research and analytic skills; evidence of continued engagement with scholarly work and an active program of research. 

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