Research Associate

Description

The Research Associate is an entry-level full-time position within Analytic Focus' consulting group. At the direction of the project lead, the Research Associate contributes at all stages of our consulting engagements - research design, data collection, data analysis, and reporting. Research Associates are exposed to a wide array of case types and industries.  

 Job Responsibilities

• Analyzes large datasets using algorithms and statistical programming in Python, R, Stata, or similar statistical software. 
• Performs basic and advanced statistical and econometric analyses.      
• Prepares written reports to summarize methods, assumptions, and results of data analysis.
• Creates powerful charts and visuals summarizing outcomes of analyses. 
• Reviewing and synthetizing a wide variety of documents to support research efforts and conclusions. 
• Performs through research of academic/industry literature research to provide support for the application of methodologies. 
• Develops presentations summarizing analyses and findings for internal team and clients.
• Interacts with clients as necessary to discuss project specifics, including data analysis and conclusions.
• Works independently or as a team member as needed.
• Handles multiple projects simultaneously.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, or Finance, Ph.D. preferred.
• 1-3 years of data analytics experience (Ph.D. can replace this requirement). 
• Strong programming skills with at least one software package (Stata, R, Python etc.) is required. Proficiency with multiple packages is a plus. Proficiency with SQL is a plus. 
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills - comfortable with public speaking, participating in group meetings and writing reports.
• Ability to confidently analyze data, discover trends, and apply results to assist clients in meeting specific business objectives.
• Ability to critically assess methodologies for the analysis of data.
• Ability to display data visually, creating powerful presentations which effectively demonstrate the value of analytic deliverables.
• Excellent-to-outstanding abilities in Microsoft Office, specifically: Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Performance Expectations

• Associate meets deadlines established by the project lead. 
• Associate efficiently produces a quality work product that is accurate and free from careless errors. 
• Associate is a contributing and dependable member of project teams.
• Associate diligently and accurately records project time billed to clients.

Equipment 

Computer, computer software programs and peripherals, resource materials and equipment, copier, fax, and other equipment applicable to the position. 

 
Full-time employee benefits include: 

• A competitive compensation package, 401K match.
• Flexible PTO, including paid holidays.
• Employer-paid benefits (medical, dental, vision, health savings account)