Apply on Employer Site

University of Massachusetts Amherst · 10 hours ago

Research Analyst (Hybrid Opportunity)

Amherst, MA

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry Level

1+ years exp

The University of Massachusetts Amherst is a nationally ranked public land-grant research university seeking a Research Analyst for its Economic & Public Policy Research group. The role involves supporting data collection, analysis, and reporting to inform policymakers on various economic and demographic topics.

EducationHigher EducationUniversities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Completes literature reviews and background research, which may include research articles, secondary data, and policy/program information

Develop and/or acquire instruments and training protocols to support primary data collection activities

Coordinates logistical support, including working with clients and stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate data collection

Identifies and utilizes secondary data from a range of public and private sources

Develops and maintains project databases. Conducts and/or oversees data entry, data management, and quality assurance protocols

Conducts analysis of quantitative and qualitative data

Contributes to the development of high-quality project deliverables by developing clear visual and narrative descriptive summaries of data

Shares expertise with colleagues within the business unit and across UMDI

Assists with responses to development opportunities, including proposal-related research and writing

Participates in business unit and UMDI-wide initiatives as required

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Statistical softwareData analysisLiterature reviewGeospatial softwareDatabase managementInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsAttention to detailTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree

Completion of a statistics course and/or research methods course

Experience with geospatial and/or statistical software such as ArcGIS, Stata, SPSS, R, Python, or SAS

Demonstrated proficiency in professional office software, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written

Demonstrated ability to work independently and engage in collaborative research in a team setting

This position requires strong attention to detail, high levels of accuracy and organization, and the necessity to meet deadlines

Must have the flexibility to travel on an as-needed basis within Massachusetts and occasionally outside of the Commonwealth to attend meetings and collect data

Ability to transport supplies up to 20 pounds

Preferred

Master's degree

One (1) year of relevant professional experience in economics, demographics, or public policy

Academic discipline in the social sciences including Economics, Geography, Regional Planning, Resource Economics, Public Policy, Sociology, Data Science or related disciplines

Experience with other specialized software packages such as Access or other database software

Experience working with public data sources including the U.S. Census, Bureau of Labor Statistics, and Commonwealth of Massachusetts