New America is seeking a Data and Policy Analyst to join the Education Funding Equity Initiative. We believe that it is critical for advocates, policymakers, and thought leaders to understand the harms created by current school funding policies, and for them to be equipped with the data and policy knowledge necessary to push for improved systems that support the provision of equitable education in diverse schools. The Data and Policy Analyst will work alongside the Project Director to formulate and execute analytical projects, interpret and communicate findings, maintain and update existing publications and data products, and communicate and engage with advocacy and academic communities working on school finance reform. This position will report to the Project Director of the Education Funding Equity Initiative.

A successful candidate will be collegial and collaborative. As the sole data-focused person on the team, they must be able to work with non-technical colleagues to tra...