Research Analyst

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

📋 Description

• Assist in the design, development, and execution of research studies for the Board of Certification.

• Prepare and oversee both quantitative and qualitative research data for quality assessment, analysis, and interpretation.

• Share research outcomes through reports, manuscripts, posters, presentations, and other scholarly or organizational outputs.

• Manage project timelines, deliverables, documentation, and coordination across multiple concurrent projects.

• Create and validate surveys, assessments, and various research tools.

• Program survey instruments and perform quality checks.

• Oversee and validate extensive datasets, including data entry, cleaning, restructuring, and merging of datasets.

• Conduct descriptive and inferential statistical analyses, including ANOVA, regression, and t-tests, utilizing SPSS.

• Interpret statistical findings and collaborate with BOC team members on conclusions.

• Prepare tables, figures, data visualizations, manuscripts, posters, presentations, and summary reports using Excel and Tableau.

• Compile annual examination summary reports employing Tableau.

• Assist with qualitative research studies, encompassing interviews, focus groups, data collection, and analysis.

• Monitor research milestones and deliverables while maintaining project documentation.

• Coordinate research activities, meetings, communications, and logistics with team members, volunteers, and external stakeholders.

• Identify emerging research opportunities and transform concepts into actionable projects.

• Contribute to controlled documents for research and data analysis.

• Carry out administrative tasks and other assigned responsibilities.

• Collaborate with the Senior Manager of Psychometrics and Research, BOC team members, volunteers, and stakeholders.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, statistics, data analytics, or a related field.

• At least 3 years of experience in an applied research environment.

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in data analysis, handling large and complex datasets, and survey programming.

• At least 1 year of experience using Tableau for data visualizations.

• Strong grasp of statistical and research concepts.

• Proficient in SPSS or other statistical software for data cleaning and analysis.

• Working knowledge of Tableau for data visualizations and summary reporting.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Familiarity with database management systems.

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Strong technical writing capabilities.

• Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills.

• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.

• Reliability and punctuality are essential.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.

• Engaging and collaborative work environment.