Data Science and Evaluation Manager

Are you passionate about leveraging data to drive insights and improve program outcomes? Do you have strong management skills that motivate and lead teams?

Ripple Effect is seeking a full-time Data Science and Evaluation Manager to take a leading role in our data-driven projects. This role involves overseeing the execution of data science techniques and evaluation methodologies to support our clients' missions at NIH and other science- and health-based agencies. The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in data science and evaluation experience in social science or related fields. You will thrive in a collaborative environment, where innovative thinking and problem-solving are encouraged.

If you are looking for a place where your skills can truly make an impact, Ripple Effect is the right fit for you! We are a diverse and inclusive workplace that values creativity and offers flexible work arrangements to support your work-life balance.

General Information

• Job Code: SHR-DM-04M
• Location: Ripple Effect Headquarters – Rockville, MD
• Employee Type: Exempt, Full-Time Regular
  (Ask our recruiters about flexible work arrangements)
• Telework: Partial
• Clearance: Public Trust
• Manager: Yes
• Number of Openings: 1
• Salary Range: $96,534 to 116,000 per year (how we pay and promote)

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage data science and evaluation projects, ensuring technical soundness and relevance, in support of government contracts.
• Stay informed of industry trends and best practices in data science and evaluation, deploying AI tools such as machine learning, natural language processing, and large language models to develop new solutions.
• Provide technical advice on methodology approaches to accomplish project objectives (e.g., research design, analytical techniques, sampling methods).
• Develop and implement data-driven strategies to assess program performance and improve methodologies.
• Supervise and mentor cross-disciplinary teams of data scientists and evaluation specialists.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and clients to define data science needs and project objectives.
• Conduct complex data analyses using statistical software and develop frameworks for continuous evaluation of programs.
• Prepare and present findings and recommendations in a clear and impactful manner to various audiences.
• Contribute to proposal writing and technical solutioning for new projects.
• Develop detailed project plans to track progress and manage changes in project scope, schedule and costs related to process, outcome, and impact evaluation studies.
• Enhance team operations through the development and implementation of streamlined processes.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in relevant data science or evaluation field

• 10 years relevant work experience, including 4+ years of experience deploying mixed methods techniques in program evaluations

Basic Requirements

• Technical experience with qualitative or quantitative software packages
• Experience designing qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods evaluations including surveys, interviews, and focus groups
• Experience developing data-driven insights and visualizations that clearly convey complex concepts and conclusions
• Strong understanding and proven experience with AI and other emerging technologies to enhance analytical conclusions
• Advanced skills with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication skills

To be successful at Ripple Effect, you must be able to pay attention to details, clearly communicate, work independently, and have an eagerness to learn. Learn more about what it takes to become a Rippler here.

Skills That Set You Apart

• Masters or Doctoral degree in relevant field
• Experience leading NIH projects
• Supervisory experience
• Established networks in government contracting that can be leveraged
• Experience with Bibliometrics or Portfolio Analysis
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or other certifications

If you don’t have all of the skills above, don’t be discouraged—no resume paints a complete picture of a person. There’s a good chance you’re more wonderful than you think, so please apply!

About Ripple Effect

Ripple Effect is an award-winning women-owned small business providing professional consulting and exceptional talent for federal, private, and non-profit clients. We deliver multi-disciplinary solutions across communications & outreach, research & evaluation, policy & program management, digital transformation, and strategic staffing solutions with a focus on science, research, and healthcare domains.

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Benefits

Ripple Effect rewards our employees for their contributions to our mission in many ways, from competitive pay and exceptional benefits to a range of work/life programs based on your employment classification and personalized preferences.

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Ripple Effect is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, political affiliation, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation during the hiring process, please let us know by contacting our HR department at HR@rippleeffect.com or your recruiter. Eligibility for employment will be verified using E-verify.