Research Analyst jobs in United States

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Child Trends

Quantitative Research Analyst – Child Welfare

Child Trends

Posted: 10/21/2026
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Posted: 10/21/2026
Aegon Asset Management

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Posted: 10/20/2026
Vanguard

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Posted: 10/20/2026
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Wells Fargo

Senior Retail Investment Research Analyst – Operational Due Diligence

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Posted: 10/20/2026
Emory University

Research Specialist – Pediatrics, Sickle Cell

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AMERICAN SYSTEMS

Senior Operations Research Analyst, Modeling and Simulation

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Posted: 10/20/2026
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The College Board

Associate Research Scientist

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Posted: 10/20/2026
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Hanover Research

Grants Research Associate – Part-Time

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Posted: 10/20/2026
BBOT

Operations Research Associate II

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Emory University

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Avalon Healthcare Solutions

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Posted: 10/20/2026
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Peraton

Data/Operations Research Analyst

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Posted: 10/19/2026
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Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce

Research Specialist II

Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce

Posted: 10/19/2026
Mission Technologies, a division of HII

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Child Trends

Quantitative Research Analyst – Child Welfare

Child Trends
Posted 10/21/2026full-timeRemote • Maryland • United StatesSenior💰 $72,000 - $87,000 per yearWebsite
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Demonstrates expertise in quantitative analysis, including proficiency in Stata and R, and the ability to manage data cleaning and analysis processes. Strong communication skills are essential for presenting findings and collaborating with stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Quantitative AnalysisStatistical MethodsData ManagementStata ProficiencyR Proficiency

Tech Stack

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Work on multiple child welfare research and evaluation projects simultaneously as a quantitative task leader or analyst
  • Contribute independently and collaboratively to reports, briefs, and memos
  • Manage quantitative analysis plans from data cleaning through final results, including timelines, scope, and budgets
  • Contribute to quantitative data-collection protocols and support data-collection efforts
  • Develop analytical plans and data-management documentation with colleagues
  • Analyze quantitative data using basic and sophisticated statistical methods
  • Conduct research using an equity lens and pursue equitable research practices
  • Assist with proposal development
  • Present findings to clients and stakeholders in public forums
  • Train and supervise research assistants and support staff
  • Contribute to communications and dissemination efforts

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Master’s degree in research methods, statistics, applied statistics, applied mathematics, biostatistics, applied economics, data science, sociology, psychology, social work, public health, public policy, or a related field plus 2–3 years of experience, OR a Bachelor’s degree plus 3–5 years of relevant quantitative experience
  • Experience with inferential statistical techniques and research methods, including data cleaning, missing data management, categorical and continuous data analysis, and quasi-experimental designs
  • Experience managing, cleaning, and analyzing secondary and/or administrative data
  • Proficiency with Stata and R
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, including advanced Microsoft Excel skills
  • Experience with data visualization, including Excel graphs and figures, ggplot2, Shiny, or Tableau
  • Excellent writing skills and ability to communicate complex information to general or policy audiences
  • Excellent task management and organizational skills
  • Strong communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Ability to provide and take direction
  • Must be authorized to work in the US
  • Background check required at time of hire, contingent upon results
  • Submit resume/CV, cover letter, work samples showcasing quantitative skills, and three professional references
  • Some travel may be required

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Benefits eligibility
  • Flexible schedule
  • Some remote-work flexibility
  • Reasonable accommodation for application or interview process

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Hard Skills
Inferential Statistical TechniquesData CleaningMissing Data ManagementCategorical Data AnalysisContinuous Data AnalysisQuasi-Experimental DesignsData VisualizationExcel GraphsGgplot2Shiny
Soft Skills
Excellent Writing SkillsTask ManagementOrganizational SkillsCritical ThinkingProblem-Solving SkillsTeam Collaboration
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft Office SuiteAdvanced Microsoft ExcelTableau
Industry Keywords
Child Welfare ResearchEquitable Research PracticesProposal DevelopmentPublic HealthPublic Policy