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International
Senior Researcher - International

JOE ID Number: 2021-02_111467622
Date Posted: 10/04/2021
Date Inactive: 01/31/2022
Position Title/Short Description
Title: Senior Researcher - International
Section: Full-Time Nonacademic
Location: UNITED STATES
JEL Classification: Q1 -- Agriculture
Keywords:
Agriculture
international
evaluation
food security
client engagement
strategic planning
foundation client
South Asia
Sub-Saharan Africa
Full Text of JOE Listing:

Mathematica applies expertise at the intersection of data, methods, policy, and practice to address complex social challenges and improve well-being around the world. Our work provides actionable learning to guide decision-making and improve outcomes in a range of policy areas.

Mathematica’s International Research Unit seeks a Senior Researcher to lead agricultural evaluations and research projects for our clients. The Senior Researcher will lead teams of Mathematica staff, international consultants, and in-country partners to generate and distill evidence to guide our clients’ strategy and program improvement efforts. The ideal candidate will have experience leading complex agricultural evaluations in developing countries using rigorous evaluation methods; substantial content knowledge and experience in the agriculture and food security sector; and a high level of comfort engaging with clients, partners, and government stakeholders. Individuals who excel in this position have a passion for using data and evidence to drive social change, a talent for conceptual and strategic thinking, and an ability to produce high-quality work in a context of compressed timelines and changing circumstances. Candidates should have experience conducting agricultural research and evaluation in international settings for foundations, bilateral/multilateral agencies, and other organizations. Experience in South Asia and/or Sub-Saharan Africa is preferred.

We are currently accepting applications. Apply here: https://careers.peopleclick.com/careerscp/client_mathematica/external/gateway/viewFromLink.html?jobPostId=3815&localeCode=en-us

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Application Requirements:
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  • Letters of Reference Instructions Below
Application deadline: 01/31/2022
Reference Instructions:
Please email our HR Recruiting mailbox at: humanresources@mathematica-mpr.com