SME · 13 hours ago
Research & Data Analyst (Workforce)
Southfield, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$65K/yr - $80K/yr
2+ years expSME is focused on strengthening North America’s manufacturing workforce, and they are seeking a Research & Data Analyst to support their workforce development initiatives. This role involves conducting data analysis and research to inform decision-making and support reporting to stakeholders.
AssociationEventsIndustrialManufacturing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Conduct applied workforce and labor market analysis in support of SME workforce initiatives, including analysis of employment trends, skills demand, education pathways, and program outcomes using established tools and methodologies
Develop and maintain dashboards, visualizations, and standard reports that communicate workforce and program analytics that inform federal, state, and local initiatives
Manage, clean, and document datasets from multiple sources (e.g., workforce programs, surveys, labor market tools) to ensure accuracy, consistency, and readiness for analysis
Translate quantitative and qualitative findings into concise summaries, briefs, and presentation materials that support decision-making, grant reporting, and program evaluation
Support survey design, administration, and analysis, including synthesizing results into actionable insights for continuous improvement
Provide analytical support for grant proposals, reports, and evaluations, including preparing data tables, charts, figures, and supporting narratives for RFPs, RFIs, and funder deliverables
Assist with forecasting and scenario analysis under the guidance of senior staff to support workforce planning and project design
Coordinate with project managers and program staff to align data collection, reporting timelines, and deliverables across multiple initiatives
Contribute to the development of repeatable reporting processes and templates that improve efficiency, consistency, and scalability across workforce projects
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in data science, Analytics, Economics, Statistics, Public Policy, Workforce Development, or a related field
At least 2 years of professional experience in data analysis, research, workforce analytics, program evaluation, or a related analytical role
Demonstrated experience supporting applied projects in one or more of the following contexts: Workforce development or education programs, Economic or labor market research, Public-sector, nonprofit, or grant-funded initiatives, Program evaluation, reporting, or performance measurement
Experience translating quantitative and qualitative findings into clear reports or presentations for non-technical audiences
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret quantitative and qualitative data
Clear written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to summarize findings and support data-driven decision-making
Ability to manage multiple tasks, timelines, and deliverables in a collaborative, project-based environment
Interest in and alignment with inclusive workforce development and economic mobility initiatives
Experience working with common analytical tools (e.g. Excel, SQL, Tableau, Python, or R) and the ability to learn new platforms as needed
Familiarity with common analytical and data platforms (e.g., Lightcast, ArcGIS, IMPLAN, Tableau) and the ability to learn new tools as needed
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
403(b) with company matching
Generous paid time off and holidays
Professional development and training opportunities
Additional wellness and work-life balance benefits
Certain positions may also be eligible for bonus/incentive compensation, subject to role and company policies.
Company
SME
SME is an organization for individuals, students, educators and companies involved in all facets of manufacturing.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jeannine Kunz
Executive Director & CEO
Steve Prahalis
Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
Society of Manufacturing Engineers
2025-10-28
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