Research Manager – Education

About the role

The International Rescue Committee is seeking a Research Manager – Education to lead the design, implementation and analysis of quantitative research on learning drivers and outcomes among Rohingya learners in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh. Reporting to the Research Specialist, you will work closely with the Education Coordinator and Regional Research Director to ensure high‑quality data production and evidence‑based programming.

Key responsibilities

• Design and oversee longitudinal quantitative studies on access, quality, continuity of education and their impact on literacy, numeracy and social‑emotional learning.
• Manage complex datasets, ensure data integrity, and conduct rigorous statistical analyses.
• Produce research outputs, briefs and policy recommendations for education stakeholders.
• Collaborate with field teams, in‑country and global researchers, and the Senior Project Officer‑Database Management to support data collection and management.
• Monitor and evaluate research activities to maintain methodological standards.

Required profile

• Proven experience in managing education‑focused research projects, preferably in humanitarian settings.
• Strong understanding of quantitative research methods and longitudinal study design.
• Ability to work independently and coordinate multi‑disciplinary teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Required skills

• Quantitative data analysis (statistical software or programming languages as applicable).
• Database management and data quality assurance.