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| Research Assistant (Qualitative) | | | | | | | Research Assistant Art & Science Group, a consulting firm specializing in higher education strategy and market research, seeks an inquisitive and organized individual to join the firm as a research assistant. Qualified candidates must flourish in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment. The research assistant will be an integral member of the research team assisting with its project-related tasks and responsibilities, which will increase over time. Specific responsibilities include: Essential Responsibilities • Conduct qualitative research interviews over the phone • Code transcripts and notes, analyze themes, and contribute to the interpretation of findings • Input, record and clean data and notes from research interviews • Recruit, schedule and track enrollment for study participants • Keep accurate records of all contact with study participants • Develop spreadsheets and databases to support project activities • Conduct literature/online reviews to support projects and proposals • Participate in the collection, analysis, and review of quantitative research, as needed • Participate in weekly research team meetings Desired Qualifications/Experience • Bachelor’s degree in such fields as, psychology, sociology, statistics, public policy, public health or other social science related fields. • Interest or experience in education/nonprofit sector • Experience with and/or knowledge of data collection and analysis methodologies and techniques, such as survey design, analysis of program administrative data, and conduct of structured interviews, observations, and focus groups • Proficiency with Microsoft office productivity tools including Word, Excel and PowerPoint • Strong writing and oral communication skills • Must be well-spoken and comfortable speaking on the phone • Demonstrated excellent judgement, attention to detail, ability to prioritize, work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced team environment Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to resume@artsci.com. Please use “Research Assistant” as the subject. No phone calls please. Art & Science Group values a diverse workplace and encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply.
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