Senior Researcher
Quick answer
Mercy Corps is hiring a remote Senior Researcher (US and Puerto Rico) paying $76,800 - $91,200 to provide research leadership and support to programs and standalone research proposals.
- Role
- Senior Researcher
- Organization
- Mercy Corps
- Location
- Flexible Western Hemisphere, MC locations: North, South, Central America or the Caribbean
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- US and Puerto-Rico: hiring range $76,800 - $91,200 - other countries pending local scale benchmark
- Category
- Research & Evaluation
The role
The Senior Researcher provides research leadership and support to the research components of programs, as well as to standalone research proposals and awards. This position is based in a flexible office or home-based location within the Western Hemisphere and requires up to 40% travel to support country programs.
What you'll do
- Lead delivery of the Remittances for Resilience HQMA
- Support the continuation of the research and study design for the pilots in Guatemala and Colombia
- Support work on baseline data collection and analysis
- Manage donor relationships associated with the award
- Stakeholder and risk management, financial management, and reporting
- Manage and coordinate staff, external researchers, co-authors, data analysts, and consultants supporting the award
What it takes
- Advanced degree in international development, economics, geography, political science, environmental science, sociology, or a related field
- At least 2 years of relevant experience conducting independent research, analysis, and publishing on themes linked to climate adaptation, migration, and natural resource governance (particularly in fragile contexts)
- Experience with quantitative and qualitative research methodologies in a development or humanitarian context
- Experience working with Mercy Corps or similar INGOs
- Working proficiency in Spanish
- Demonstrated ability to work diplomatically and effectively across diverse cultural settings
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The position is based in a flexible office or home-based location within the Western Hemisphere, with up to 40% travel to support country programs.
What is the compensation range?
The hiring range is $76,800 - $91,200 for US and Puerto Rico, with other countries pending local scale benchmark.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include an advanced degree in a relevant field, at least 2 years of relevant experience, and proficiency in Spanish.
How do I apply?
Please apply by visiting the Mercy Corps Careers page.
Is the job remote?
The position is flexible and can be based in a home office, with up to 40% travel required.
How to apply
Apply directly on Mercy Corps's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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