AEO (Association for Enterprise Opportunity) · 3 months ago
Research Associate (Contractor)
Washington, DC
Contract
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expThe Association for Enterprise Opportunity (AEO) is the leading voice of innovation in micro-and-small business in the United States. AEO is seeking a motivated and experienced contracting Senior Research Associate to conduct in-depth research on small business, entrepreneurship, and microenterprise topics, providing valuable insights to inform their programs, policies, and advocacy efforts.
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Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive literature reviews and analysis on topics related to small business, entrepreneurship, and microenterprise
Design and execute research studies, including surveys, interviews, focus groups, and data analysis
Collect, analyze, and interpret qualitative and quantitative data to identify trends, challenges, and opportunities in the small business sector
Prepare detailed research reports, policy briefs, and white papers to present findings and recommendations
Collaborate with internal teams, including program managers, policy analysts, and communications staff, to integrate research findings into AEO’s programs and initiatives
Stay updated on the latest research, trends, and best practices in the field of small business and entrepreneurship
Present research findings to AEO staff, stakeholders, and external audiences as needed
Contribute to the development of grant proposals and funding reports by providing relevant research and data
Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in economics, business, public policy, or a related field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in research, with a focus on small business, entrepreneurship, or microenterprise
Strong analytical skills and experience with qualitative and quantitative research methods
Proficiency in statistical software (e.g., SPSS, Stata, R) and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely
Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote work environment
Demonstrated commitment to AEO's mission and values
Preferred
A Ph.D. is preferred
Company
AEO (Association for Enterprise Opportunity)
AEO is the leading national organization and voice for entrepreneurship and small business development in the United States.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Connie Evans
President & CEO
Brian AM Williams
VP, Chief Technology Officer, Department of Data and Analytics
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