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    Quantitative Research Associate I/Research and Evaluation - Rockville, United States - JBS International

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    The Quantitative Research Associate I has an integral role in survey administration, data collection, data analysis, and communication plans.

    The Research Associate I collaborates with senior staff in developing and refining data procedures and data analytic approaches to maintain methodological rigor while maximizing responsiveness to client information needs.

    The Research Associate I supports data collection and data management efforts, applies quantitative analysis skills, and supports report writing and presentation to multiple projects.

    The Research Associate I manages multiple assignments and executes work independently, strives for accuracy and completeness, thinks critically, communicates clearly, and uses data analytic skills to explore new approaches to solve unexpected problems.


    • This is a hybrid (3 days in the office) role from our San Mateo, CA or North Bethesda, MD office.

    ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
    Research and Evaluation/Data Science/Data Analytics Activities

    • Conduct intermediate to complex analyses of survey data independently; apply sufficient knowledge of statistical procedures and statistical programming to work with minimal supervision on these analyses
    • Contribute to data interpretation and publications which may require static and dynamic data visualizations and infographics
    • Lead the preparation of client-ready written materials (e.g., issue briefs, case studies, and other materials to convey survey findings, best practices, and recommendations) designed to communicate information clearly in a manner tailored to the intended audiences
    • Write memoranda, e-mail correspondence, project documents, reports or sections of reports, synthesize literature reviews, and other written documents, in collaboration with other staff or alone
    • Contribute to preparation and production of reports and presentations to include graphics, tables, arrangements for printing, etc.
    • Collaborate with colleagues in carrying out survey administration
    • Develop, review and monitor data collection plans
    • Contribute to the development of surveys
    • Assist in developing interviewer training materials and training protocols
    • Enter, clean, process, manipulate and analyze quantitative data as part of the evaluation team
    Project Coordination

    With oversight from Project Director:

    • Assist with preparation of monthly reports, agendas, and summary project meeting notes
    • Assist with maintaining project work plans and timelines
    • Maintain project records and documentation
    Business Development Support

    • Contribute to the development of proposals as assigned and with oversight from Senior staff
    Logistical and Administrative tasks

    • Manage projects or lead key tasks, as directed
    • Supervise Research Assistant, as assigned
    • Prepare reports, to include writing, proofreading, creating graphics or tables, making arrangement for printing, etc.
    • Develop, with other team members, materials for presentation at conferences, seminars, and workshops

    MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

    Education:

    • Master's Degree and 3 years of focus experience post master's degree in data science/data analytics, quantitative survey research in Economics, Sociology, Statistics, Social Sciences, Community Psychology, Public Health, or related field.
    • Bachelor's Degree and 6 years of focus experience post bachelor's degree in data science/data analytics, quantitative survey research in Economics, Sociology, Statistics, Social Sciences, Community Psychology, Public Health, or related field.

    Software Proficiency:
    Experience conducting analysis in SAS, Stata, or R. Experience working in Microsoft Power BI/Tableau. Proficiency in MS Excel and Word (especially graph and table proficiency), Power Point, Alchemer, or other online survey software. Knowledge of research and evaluation design, statistical analysis techniques and familiarity with survey methods.

    Language:
    English fluency (oral and written)

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

    • Ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk or computer workstation.
    • Regularly uses a computer, keyboard, and mouse.
    • Normal or corrected vision to read documents, view computer screens, and perform tasks that require visual accuracy.
    • Ability to hear and understand spoken information in person and over the phone.
    • Minimal lifting and carrying may be required, typically light office supplies or documents.
    • Ability to move within the office environment to access equipment, files, and interact with colleagues.
    • Ability to handle occasional stress related to deadlines, workloads, or challenging tasks.

    OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED:

    This position description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position, nor will it be the sole basis for any subsequent employee evaluations.

    Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties as may be required by their supervisor.

    This position is subject to availability of funds and to any and all restrictions contained in the contract or contracts that provide funding for this position.


    APPLICATION INFORMATION:


    If you meet the minimum requirements for this position, please click on the "Apply" link posted below and complete the application.

    Please include a cover letter, resume, and at least three (3) professional references.
    Our company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Applicants can learn more about the company's status as an equal opportunity employer by viewing the federal "EEO is the Law" poster at

    Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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