Description
Analyst Institute is seeking an Analyst to join our Research Team. You will work alongside a collaborative group of researchers and analysts with backgrounds in social science, data science, and statistics to produce rigorous research that supports organizations across the ecosystem. The team’s work focuses on generating credible evidence and translating it into clear, actionable insights for practitioners.
We are aiming for this role to start in early July and will accept applications through June 5th.
Please note that dates may change. We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis; interested applicants should apply as soon as possible.
The Role
Research and analytics are central to Analyst Institute’s mission. As an Analyst, you will be part of a highly skilled team working with campaigns and partner organizations to design and analyze research that answers practical, high-stakes questions. This role combines statistical analysis, data management, and applied research in real-world settings.
As an Analyst on the Research Team, you will:
- Prepare, randomize, and analyze experiments that directly measure the effectiveness of real-world programs
- Analyze and review implementation data from experiments and programs as they are conducted
- Conduct and visualize a range of quantitative analyses, including observational studies and exploratory landscape analyses
- Wrangle real-world data using R, SQL, and other tools
- Contribute to the maintenance of Analyst Institute’s collaborative codebase
- Help Analyst Institute responsibly and effectively integrate generative AI capabilities into our analytical workstreams (e.g. supporting qualitative data analysis, automating software development stages)
- Draw from more than a decade of experimental results to create broad lessons for the community
Requirements
The following list outlines the core skills and experience we look for in an Analyst. Candidates are not expected to meet every qualification; if your background is a strong fit in other ways, you are encouraged to apply.
You should be someone who:
- Is motivated to apply data and research to support mission-aligned causes
- Is committed to working with those representing historically marginalized communities in an equitable and inclusive manner
- Has experience working with a wide range of data and statistical methods (e.g., through coursework, projects, or professional work), ideally in R
- Has familiarity with experimental design and basic causal inference concepts
- Has a demonstrated ability to stay organized and work through complex projects with firm deadlines
- Works effectively both independently and in small, collaborative teams
Additional experience that is helpful but not required:
- SQL or experience querying and working with relational databases
- Programming in Python or similar languages
- Version control (e.g., Git) and collaborative coding practices
- Command line or shell scripting in a Unix/Linux environment
- Experience with observational, qualitative, or mixed-methods research
- Survey design, fielding, or analysis
- Exposure to predictive modeling or machine learning approaches
- Experience with digital or campaign analytics (e.g., analyzing web, email, or social media performance)
- Creating clear, client-facing analyses, reports, and presentations
- Strong data visualization skills and grasp of associated best practices
- Familiarity with political data, campaigns, or voter file data
This role has no formal education requirements; we value demonstrated ability (including personal projects) over educational background.
Analyst Institute values diversity in thought, background, and experience, and we’re an equal opportunity employer. People from historically underrepresented backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
