Community Science Analyst

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Analyst supporting Community Science, a social-impact consulting firm, through qualitative and quantitative research, evaluation, and client deliverables. Helping foundations, nonprofits, governments, and communities turn evidence into practical strategies for lasting change.

Responsibilities:

  • Support the design and implementation of qualitative and quantitative data collection efforts, including surveys, interview guides, focus groups, databases, and other research tools
  • Collect, organize, manage, and analyze qualitative and quantitative data from interviews, focus groups, surveys, document reviews, and other sources
  • Independently conduct virtual and in-person interviews and focus groups as appropriate
  • Conduct literature reviews and background research
  • Generate findings and insights using qualitative and quantitative analysis tools
  • Support technical assistance, training, and capacity-building activities with clients and partners
  • Interpret and synthesize qualitative and quantitative findings
  • Draft reports, memos, proposals, and other client deliverables
  • Prepare presentations and technical documents for different audiences
  • Develop charts, tables, infographics, and other visuals
  • Support presentations and discussions of findings with clients and project teams
  • Coordinate tasks and timelines across multiple projects
  • Collaborate across practice areas to deliver high-quality client work
  • Participate in project meetings and contribute ideas, questions, and solutions
  • Communicate project progress, questions, and emerging needs proactively
  • Contribute to proposal development by coordinating tasks, preparing materials, writing sections, and producing submissions
  • Maintain an 85% utilization target on project-related work
  • Participate in approved professional development and internal non-client initiatives

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in public health, public policy, sociology, psychology, education, social work, or a related social science field
  • Three or more years of professional experience in research, evaluation, consulting, community engagement, capacity building, or a related field
  • Experience supporting multiple projects simultaneously while balancing competing priorities and deadlines
  • Experience collecting, organizing, managing, and analyzing qualitative and/or quantitative data
  • Experience conducting interviews, focus groups, surveys, or other qualitative and quantitative research activities
  • Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to tailor information for different audiences
  • Strong organizational and project management skills with careful attention to detail
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Familiarity with qualitative and/or quantitative analysis software such as Excel, SPSS, R, NVivo, Dedoose, or similar
  • Comfortable balancing multiple projects in a collaborative, fast-paced consulting environment
  • Able to work independently while proactively communicating progress, questions, and emerging needs
  • Curious, adaptable, and eager to learn
  • Commitment to advancing healthy, just, and equitable communities
  • Interest in using research, evaluation, and community engagement to solve complex challenges
  • Willingness and ability to travel as needed for client meetings, project activities, or community engagement
  • Must be located within the 50 United States or Washington, DC
  • Must be able to present proof of legal right to work in the United States
  • Must not require employment-based visa sponsorship currently or in the future

Benefits:

  • Partially subsidized medical, dental and vision coverage
  • Fully vested 401k plan with company match
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance plans
  • Paid family leave
  • Generous paid time off policy
  • Fully remote work arrangement
  • Professional development activities
  • Opportunities to learn and take on increasing responsibility