Project Director - Education Research - ON-CALL REMOTE

Description ICF seeks an on-call Project Director – Education Research to work within our Child and Family Well-Being (CFWB) Line of Business. This role leads teams in executing research-based technical assistance, training, and coaching to education stakeholders. The Project Director – Education Research will bring a combination of expertise in research, researcher-practitioner partnerships, and project management to ensure the success of our initiatives. This role requires understanding of research/evaluation strategies, methodologies, and analytic approaches, and is responsible for maintaining positive relationships with clients and colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

As a Project Director – Education Research you will work with clients such as the U.S. Department of Education as well as state and local educational and human services agencies to provide high-quality services and products. Key project tasks may include:

• Leading and managing large-scale projects.
• Planning and executing research-based technical assistance, training, and coaching to education stakeholders.
• Conducting peer-reviewed education research studies using causal and correlational research designs.
• Establishing and maintaining connections with policy makers and education stakeholders.
• Adhering to project schedules, keeping costs within budget, and managing the work of subcontractors.
• Communicating complex scientific and technical information in a user-friendly and intuitive manner.
• Meeting the needs of multiple stakeholders with varied interests.

Basic Qualifications

• Doctorate in Education, Public Policy, Social Science, or related discipline
• 10+ years of experience in education research and/or evaluation
• Proven experience in planning and executing research-based technical assistance, training, and coaching.
• Demonstrated experience in conducting peer-reviewed education research studies using causal and correlational research designs.
• Demonstrated established connections with state policymakers and education stakeholders.
• Experience leading, managing, and supervising staff.

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Experience collaborating with a broad range of stakeholder groups in roles such as participant, content advisor, and technical assistance provider.
• Deep content knowledge of PreK–20 education policies and programs in the United States.
• Prior experience working within state and federal consulting environments.
• Demonstrated ability to engage in consultative collaboration with clients— identifying needs, delivering tailored services, and incorporating feedback into project deliverables.
• Interest in, and experience with, business development activities, including capture efforts and proposal writing.

Professional Skills

• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to translate complex scientific and technical concepts into clear, accessible language.
• Proven ability to manage project schedules, control budgets, and oversee subcontractor work effectively.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and sound decision-making skills.
• Collaborative team leader and partner with demonstrated success navigating competing priorities, varied perspectives, and an array of stakeholder needs.
• Capable of working both independently and collaboratively in a remote environment.
• Meticulous attention to detail with a consistent track record of meeting tight deadlines.
• Commitment to high ethical standards, including maintaining confidentiality and safeguarding proprietary information.
• Skilled at prioritizing and managing multiple tasks simultaneously in fast-paced, dynamic settings.

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