Research Associate – Data Centers, Alternatives & Practice Groups

Cushman & Wakefield

. Collect, verify, and maintain data related to data center properties, developments, land transactions, power infrastructure, leasing activity, and market inventory .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeUnited StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $57,784 - $66,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong data management and research capabilities, with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint for data organization and presentation. Capable of maintaining accuracy and consistency in large datasets while supporting business development and market intelligence initiatives.

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Data ManagementMicrosoft Excel ProficiencyMicrosoft PowerPoint ProficiencyMarket IntelligenceResearch Support

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Hard Skills

Data CollectionData ValidationData OrganizationQuality-Control ReviewData AnalysisStatistical AnalysisReport CreationPresentation DevelopmentDatabase MaintenanceData Visualization

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementWritten CommunicationVerbal Communication

Tools & Technologies

Power BITableauSQLPythonMarket Intelligence Platforms

Industry Keywords

Commercial Real Estate ResearchData CentersDigital InfrastructureTelecommunicationsEnergy

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonSQLTableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collect, verify, and maintain data related to data center properties, developments, land transactions, power infrastructure, leasing activity, and market inventory
Gather information from proprietary databases, public records, industry publications, internal resources, and other approved data sources
Validate and cross-reference data to ensure accuracy, consistency, and completeness
Maintain and update proprietary databases, datasets, and market intelligence resources
Identify and escalate potential data discrepancies, gaps, or quality issues
Support production of recurring market reports, presentations, and research publications through data updates, quality-control reviews, and content maintenance
Prepare data tables, exhibits, charts, and supporting materials for research and client deliverables
Maintain recurring reporting templates and update information according to reporting schedules
Audit reports and external client presentations for data accuracy and adherence to company standards
Update and maintain internal and external presentation materials with current market data, charts, maps, and supporting visuals
Maintain standardized market overview materials, chart libraries, and presentation templates
Ensure consistency in formatting, branding, and data presentation across deliverables
Prepare and update presentation content for conferences, speaking engagements, internal meetings, client pitches, quarterly business reviews, and special projects
Fulfill routine requests from brokers and internal stakeholders for market information, data exports, presentation updates, and research support
Compile and organize market information to support business development, research, and practice group initiatives
Support ad hoc research requests by gathering, organizing, and validating information
Coordinate with research, brokerage, marketing, and business leadership teams
Develop and maintain efficient processes for data collection, reporting updates, and information management
Assist with documentation of methodologies, workflows, and quality-control procedures
Identify opportunities to improve accuracy, consistency, and efficiency of recurring research and reporting activities
Maintain the team's research infrastructure, databases, and information resources

Requirements

What you’ll need

0-2 years of experience in research, data management, business intelligence, commercial real estate research, market intelligence, or a related field; internship experience applicable
Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field such as data analytics, data science, statistics, mathematics, economics, information systems, computer science, engineering, quantitative finance, commercial real estate or a related discipline
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data organization, formulas, pivot tables, data validation, and quality-control review
Strong proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, including updating and maintaining charts, tables, maps, and presentation materials
Ability to work with large datasets while maintaining a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple recurring deliverables and deadlines simultaneously
Ability to gather, validate, organize, and maintain information from multiple internal and external sources
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated curiosity, initiative, and willingness to learn new tools, data sources, and industry concepts
Ability to work independently and consistently produce accurate, high-quality work with minimal supervision
Preferred: internship, academic, or professional experience involving data collection, data management, research, reporting, or business intelligence
Preferred: experience maintaining large datasets, spreadsheets, databases, or market intelligence platforms
Preferred: experience creating reports, presentations, dashboards, or data visualizations
Preferred: experience leveraging AI and building skills to automate tasks, aggregate information/data, and identify outliers
Preferred: experience with Power BI, Tableau, SQL, Python, or similar analytical tools
Commercial real estate research experience preferred
Experience covering data centers, digital infrastructure, telecommunications, energy, or other specialized real estate sectors is highly desirable
Preferred: experience sourcing, validating, reconciling, and maintaining information from multiple data sources

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings accounts
Retirement savings plans
Life insurance
Disability insurance programs
Paid time away from work
Unpaid time away from work