Child Welfare and Education Research Analyst

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Virginia.

📋 Description

• Gather, assess, and integrate data from surveys, interviews, focus groups, administrative records, observations, and site visits.

• Work closely with project teams, assist in client communications, and aid in the development of proposals.

• Facilitate focus groups, including recruiting participants, managing logistics, taking notes, and preparing summary reports.

• Design, implement, and oversee surveys (both online and paper), ensuring instrument testing and quality assurance.

• Analyze quantitative data utilizing statistical software (such as R, Stata, SAS, SPSS), including data cleaning, merging, validation, and documentation.

• Conduct and support interviews and focus groups; analyze and synthesize qualitative data using coding software (e.g., Dedoose, NVivo, Atlas.ti).

• Prepare reports, briefs, and presentations for both technical and non-technical audiences; incorporate feedback and maintain editorial quality.

• Produce clear and accurate data visualizations and assist project teams in leveraging data for informed decision-making.

• Carry out observations and participate in occasional site visits across various locations nationwide.

• Conduct literature reviews and contribute to research briefs, memos, and other written materials.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Public Policy, Social Science, or a related field (master’s degree preferred).

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in qualitative and/or quantitative data collection, research analysis, or evaluation.

• Proven ability to generate clear, professional, and high-quality written deliverables.

• Capability to manage work products autonomously and complete tasks punctually.

• Experience in developing online surveys and utilizing platforms such as Qualtrics.

• Experience in conducting qualitative analysis with software like Dedoose, NVivo, or Atlas.ti.

• Experience in cleaning, merging, and manipulating datasets in a professional context.

• Familiarity with creating data visualizations using tools such as Power BI or Tableau.

• Previous experience in a consulting setting.

• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications, including Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing and presenting to diverse audiences.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a keen attention to detail.

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

• Collaborative and proactive work style; effective both independently and as part of a team.

• Interest in K–12, postsecondary, and child welfare systems, with a focus on enhancing outcomes for children and families.

🏝️ Benefits

• Reasonable accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, support for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, throughout all stages of the application and employment process.

• Health insurance

• Opportunities for professional development