N.C. Department of Information Technology · 18 hours ago
Lead Research Analayst
Wake County, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$65K/yr - $113K/yr
5+ years expThe N.C. Department of Information Technology is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives through the care and supervision of adults sentenced for violating laws. The Lead Research Analyst will support the Innovation and Analysis Section by leading mixed-methods research to enhance data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement across the agency.
Information Technology & Services
Responsibilities
Design and implement mixed-methods research studies aligned with departmental strategic objectives
Develop research protocols, including interview guides, focus group questions, and survey instruments
Conduct qualitative data collection through interviews, focus groups, and document analysis
Perform quantitative data collection and analysis using statistical software (e.g., R, Python) and version control tools (e.g., GitHub)
Integrate qualitative and quantitative findings to produce actionable insights for policy and program improvements
Mentor and guide junior research analysts, ensuring adherence to research protocols and quality standards
Monitor and coordinate with external researchers to maintain alignment with departmental objectives
Prepare reports, executive summaries, and presentations for leadership, policymakers, and external stakeholders
Collaborate on publishing research findings in peer-reviewed journals and presenting at conferences
Engage with stakeholders to identify research needs and foster collaborative partnerships with academic and community organizations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and five (5) years of progressively experience related to the area of assignment
An equivalent combination of training and experience
Design and implement mixed-methods research studies aligned with departmental strategic objectives
Develop research protocols, including interview guides, focus group questions, and survey instruments
Conduct qualitative data collection through interviews, focus groups, and document analysis
Perform quantitative data collection and analysis using statistical software (e.g., R, Python) and version control tools (e.g., GitHub)
Integrate qualitative and quantitative findings to produce actionable insights for policy and program improvements
Mentor and guide junior research analysts, ensuring adherence to research protocols and quality standards
Monitor and coordinate with external researchers to maintain alignment with departmental objectives
Prepare reports, executive summaries, and presentations for leadership, policymakers, and external stakeholders
Collaborate on publishing research findings in peer-reviewed journals and presenting at conferences
Engage with stakeholders to identify research needs and foster collaborative partnerships with academic and community organizations
Preferred
Demonstrated experience designing and implementing mixed-methods research projects preferably including survey development and qualitative protocols
Proven proficiency in statistical and qualitative analysis (e.g. R, Python, NVivo, Dedoose) and version control tools (e.g., GitHub)
Experience leading collaborative projects with internal teams or external partners
Benefits
Health insurance options
Standard and supplemental retirement plans
NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis)
Paid vacation
Sick, and community service leave
Paid parental leave
Company
N.C. Department of Information Technology
The N.C.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Torre Jessup
Chief Operating Officer
Alysa Kelly
Executive Assistant to Chief Deputy/CIO/Chief Privacy Officer/Director of Enterprise Operations
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