Research Scientist 3 (Open to current SED Employees only), Box PIMS-1176/01578
Education Department, State · Albany · New York
- Role
- Data scientist
- Posted
- Sep 9, 2026
- Closes
- Sep 23, 2026
- Salary
- $96,336 to $121,413 Annually
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Summary
The New York State Education Department seeks a Research Scientist 3 to lead research and evaluation efforts for the Statewide Longitudinal Data System (SLDS) Initiative in Albany. The incumbent will serve as principal liaison to state agencies and research institutions, designing complex studies that utilize linked data assets across education, workforce, health, and human services sectors. Responsibilities include formulating policy-relevant research questions, overseeing advanced statistical analyses, managing external research partnerships, and supervising professional research staff to support evidence-based policymaking.
Key qualifications
- Bachelor's degree and four years of professional research experience in an appropriate field (Master's degree may substitute for one year; Ph.D. may substitute for an additional year)
- Advanced expertise in research design, statistical analysis, and longitudinal data systems
- Experience developing data governance practices, data-sharing agreements, and research compliance frameworks
- Demonstrated ability to manage external research partnerships and coordinate multi-agency collaboration
- Strong technical writing and presentation skills for communicating findings to executive leadership and policymakers
- Supervisory experience with professional research and analytic staff
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