The Beeck Center for Social Impact + Innovation at GU seeks a Senior Manager, Research + Engagement. This role will design and lead the research and evaluation strategy, shape public thought leadership, and co-create the engagement model for a Community of Practice and technical assistance offerings. You will blend applied research, values-based storytelling, and peer learning design to equip local governments and communities in implementing practical and equitable solutions.

What You'll Do

Design and lead the research and evaluation strategy for the Beeck Center's community-facing initiatives.
Shape the Center's public thought leadership through accessible content.
Co-create the engagement model for the Community of Practice and technical assistance offerings.
Translate research into accessible, public-facing content such as briefs, reports, case studies, or toolkits.
Plan and manage complex projects and maintain relationships across internal and external stakeholders.
Participate in cross-center initiatives and research standardization efforts, including grant reporting and data visualization storytelling.
Engage frequently with local governments, community partners, and academic collaborators.
Support and mentor student analysts.

What We're Looking For

Bachelor's degree, and 5-7 years of experience (each year of work experience may be substituted for each year of education required).
5+ years demonstrated experience designing and conducting applied research in policy, governance, civic tech, or related fields.
Proven ability to translate research into accessible, public-facing content such as briefs, reports, case studies, or toolkits.
Experience in planning and managing complex projects and maintaining relationships across internal and external stakeholders.
Familiarity with values-based storytelling, participatory research, or human-centered design.
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to synthesize and convey complex information across technical and non-technical audiences.
Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and consistently produce high-quality results.
A strong commitment to advancing equity in public service.

Nice to Have

Experience working with or in local or state governments.
Familiarity with one or more public problem areas (e.g., climate resilience, digital benefits, emergency services, health equity).
Enthusiasm for building inclusive communities of practice and mentoring early-career professionals.
Willingness to work in a university environment and engage with its networks to support public service innovation.

Team & Environment

You will report directly to the Project Lead, The Opportunity Project for Cities. You'll collaborate across the Beeck Center and participate in cross-center initiatives.

Benefits & Compensation

Compensation: $54,616.00 - $100,493.33
Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance.
Retirement savings.
Tuition assistance.
Work-life balance benefits.
Employee discounts.
An array of voluntary insurance options.

Work Mode

This is a remote position.

GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.