National Student Clearinghouse · 5 hours ago
Research Associate (Research Development and Philanthropy)
Herndon, VA
Full-time
Remote
Mid Level
$75K/yr - $83K/yr
3+ years exp
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Responsibilities
Validate research results to include validating the calculations, matching logic, and visualizations.
Contribute to the development and refinement of quantitative research and data analysis by manipulating large-scale data and conducting analysis.
Use data visualization tools including dashboards and presentation formats to help audiences understand and utilize Clearinghouse data.
Work with customers through multiple phases of projects including scoping, pricing, planning, project management, and delivery.
Effectively manage multiple research projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment.
Actively monitor internal processes for potential improvements as well as collects customers’ feedback and requests for process refinement, quality control, and engage in customer relationship management.
Utilize project management tools to streamline the project process, establish clear goals and objectives for each project phase, ensure timely delivery of each project, and optimize the work process for the internal team.
Work closely with teams to identify opportunities and ideas to innovate research efforts, as appropriate.
Works with internal Clearinghouse resources as needed on specific projects, who at times may need assistance regarding data processing and/or calculations for the respective products.
Effectively communicate the data insights through objective and impactful narrative and data visualization.
Translate technical terminology and/or concepts into useful language for a broader set of audiences.
Communicate clearly with internal or external stakeholders to facilitate both the completion of projects and understanding of the current workload.
Present findings/project to relevant audiences.
Communicate effectively internally and externally over change of project scope, timeline, resources, and deliverables.
Demonstrate openness to new perspectives and ideas.
Build trust with internal and external stakeholders by demonstrating consistency between words and actions.
Qualification
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Required
Master’s degree in Higher Education, Information/Data Science, Social Sciences, Statistics, or a related field. A combination of education and experience, including through military service, will also be considered.
Proficiency with a combination of some of the following (typically acquired by 3-5 years of directly related work experience): Conducting quantitative research projects, Manipulating and analyzing large-scale data, Administering quality assurance control checks, Writing research findings.
Experience with SAS programming or other command line driven programming (Python, R, STATA, SPLUS, or SPSS syntax).
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the demonstrated ability to communicate technical terms to a diverse audience.
Exceptional attention to detail, time management, and analytical skills.
Team player and the demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively on a team.
Demonstrated ability to effectively manage projects, prioritize and work on multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced team environment.
Demonstrates the Clearinghouse’s core competencies: customer focus, optimizes work processes, communicates effectively, collaborates, and is open and authentic.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and other collaboration tools.
Working knowledge of Tableau or other data visualization software.
Must live within a commutable distance to Herndon, VA or in one of the Clearinghouse's approved States for hiring purposes.
Preferred
Strong research planning and project management capabilities with a demonstrated ability to conceptualize the design and develop the implementation plans to complete work timely.
Salesforce knowledge or experience with another CRM.
General knowledge of the educational environment in the United States.
Experience working with large SAS databases.
Familiarity with national and state data sources in secondary and postsecondary education.
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance benefits
Health care, dependent care, and limited purpose flexible spending accounts
Health savings account
401k matching contribution program
Competitive paid leave program consisting of vacation, sick, and personal time
Paid holidays
Reimbursed for basic wholesale company and roadside assistance memberships
Buy back on portions of unused accrued vacation
Employee Education Assistance Program
LinkedIn Learning subscription
Company
National Student Clearinghouse
The Clearinghouse helps educational institutions improve efficiency, reduce costs and workload, and enhance the quality of service.
201-500 employees
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