IEA is an independent, nonprofit research organization. We conduct international and national large-scale comparative studies of educational achievement and other aspects of education, with the aim to research, understand, and improve education worldwide. At IEA Hamburg more than 150 employees are involved in managing the different tasks of a study ranging from sampling to data analysis. Our experts also provide a wide array of services related to international and national surveys and assessments.
We have an immediate opening for a full-time (40 hours/week)
Unit Head of the Research and Analysis Unit (f/m/d)
With more than 10 staff members, the Research and Analysis Unit (RandA) conducts methodological and substantive research, develops and applies innovative methodologies for large-scale assessments, provides research and analytical services, promotes capacity building, and supports the dissemination of research findings. RandA contributes to advancing educational research worldwide through its work with IEA and other international and national large-scale studies.
As Unit Head, you will provide scientific and strategic leadership for the unit, guide the professional development of staff, and further strengthen RandA's role as an internationally recognized center of expertise in educational research, assessment methodology, and data analysis. You will work closely with colleagues across IEA as well as with researchers, study centers, and other stakeholders worldwide. You will oversee RandA's scientific and methodological work, including research, scaling and other analytical services, and capacity-building activities.