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Westat Research Associate-Training Specialist in Rockville, Maryland
27062BR
Job Title:
Research Associate-Training Specialist
Location:
MD - Rockville
Job Description:
Westat is an employee-owned corporation providing research services to agencies of the U.S. Government, as well as businesses, foundations, and state and local governments. Westat's research, technical, and administrative staff of more than 2,000 is located at our headquarters in Rockville, Maryland, near Washington, DC.
Westat is committed to building a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusivity, belonging and equity for all. We believe that our greatest strength draws on the different backgrounds, cultures, perspectives and experiences of our employees.
Job Summary:
Westat has an immediate opening for a Research Associate-Training Specialist with experience developing adult learning training materials. The successful candidate will work closely with project managers and a multidisciplinary research team on data collection for the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), an innovative digital educational assessment also known as “The Nation’s Report Card.”
Hybrid 1-2 days per week preferred, remote work arrangement also available.
Job Responsibilities:
• Participate in designing, developing, and reviewing the distance training development program.
• Create training materials, including developing and writing training procedures manuals and support material.
• Conduct in-person or online training sessions for adult learners.
• Work with project and IT staff on technical specifications for field systems.
• Other relevant job duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications:
• A bachelor’s degree in education or related social sciences and 5 years of relevant experience.
• U.S. Citizenship is required by contract.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Master’s degree.
• Experience with adult learning development or e-learning tools such as Captivate.
• Experience with large-scale field operations and digitally-based assessments.
• Experience working in an education or web survey environment is desirable.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Demonstrated communication skills.
• Collaboration with teams, managers and/or clients.
• Organization skills, including time management ability.
Westat offers a well-rounded and comprehensive benefits program focused on wellness and work/life balance. Subject to plan requirements, employees may participate in:
Employee Stock Ownership Plan
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Parental Leave
Vacation Leave (15 days per year)
Sick Leave (10 days per year)
Holiday Leave (7 Government Holidays and 2 Floating Holidays)
Professional Development
Health Advocate
Employee Assistance Program
Travel Accident Insurance
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Short Term Disability Insurance
Long Term Disability Insurance
Life and AD&D Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Supplemental Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings Account
This opportunity will be posted for a minimum of 5 days and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.
Westat is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, or any other protected status under applicable law.
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Job ID:
27062BR
Career Area:
Research
Pay Range:
The anticipated salary range for this position is $66,800 - $85,000 and will commensurate with experience.
Bonus Eligibility:
Yes
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