Senior Manager, Ecosystem Research
Understood
About this role
The Senior Manager, Strategic Ecosystem Research at Understood provides external research and market perspective to inform organizational strategy as the organization evolves into a behavior-change-focused nonprofit. The role translates complex scholarly and market information into evidence-based recommendations for executive decision-makers and partners across the organization. It reports to the Associate Director, Ecosystem Research and is based in New York City with a hybrid schedule.
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About Understood
understood.orgUnderstood (Understood for All Inc.) is a U.S.-based nonprofit dedicated to empowering the roughly 70 million people in the United States with learning and thinking differences. The organization provides accessible online resources, practical tools, expert guidance, and community support to help people who learn and think differently thrive in school, at work, and throughout life. Understood publishes content in English and Spanish and partners with families, educators, and employers to translate research into actionable strategies. Founded by Fred and Nancy Poses and headquartered in New York, Understood is recognized as a leading nonprofit in its field.
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About Understood
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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Salary
$115k – $130k
per year