Research Analyst

Job Summary

: The Research Analyst role is essential for supporting and elevating the Board of Certification’s research initiatives and overall effectiveness by strengthening its capacity to conduct high-quality, data-driven research. Supports the design, development, and implementation of BOC research studies. Prepares and manages the integrity of research data, both quantitative and qualitative, for quality assessment, analysis, and interpretation. Assists in the dissemination of research findings into reports, manuscripts, posters, presentations, and other scholarly or organizational products. Assists in the management of research timelines, deliverables, documentation, and coordination across concurrent projects. Supports the development and validation of surveys, assessments, and other research instruments. Supports research findings and dissemination through data visualizations. Supports the Examination Excellence team through developing annual examination summary reports. Collaborates effectively and efficiently with the Senior Manager of Psychometrics and Research, BOC team members, volunteers, and other stakeholders. Special Characteristics: Ability to work independently and as a team member. Exceptional communication skills. Strong technical writing skills. Organized, detail-oriented, able to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines as needed. Proficient in computer skills for communication, data analysis, and database management. Duties/Responsibilities: Conducts comprehensive literature reviews and synthesizes relevant literature. Identifies relevant theories, instruments, methodologies, and gaps in existing research. Assists in developing research questions and hypotheses and identifying the appropriate methodologies and analytical strategies. Assists in developing and refining survey questions and identifying validated instruments. Programs survey instruments into survey software and conducts quality checks to ensure accuracy and functionality. Manages and validates large datasets, including but not limited to data entry, cleaning and restructuring datasets, and merging datasets from multiple sources for quality assessment and analysis purposes. Assists in conducting descriptive and inferential statistical analyses (ANOVA, regression, t-tests, etc.) and other relevant methods as required using SPSS. Interprets statistical results in relation to research questions and collaborates with BOC team members to determine appropriate conclusions. Prepares tables, figures, and other data visualizations for manuscripts, posters, presentations, and summary reports using Excel and Tableau. Prepares annual examination summary reports using Tableau. Works with Tableau Developer on data visualization duties as assigned. Supports the design and implementation of qualitative research studies, including interviews and focus groups, qualitative data collection, and analysis. Tracks research timelines, milestones, and deliverables; maintains project documentation. Coordinates research-related activities, communication/meetings, and associated logistics with BOC team members, volunteers, and external stakeholders. Identifies opportunities for new research ideas and facilitates the operationalization of ideas into actionable projects. Considers the utility of best practices for data management and data analysis, and a sensible approach to research conclusions Contributes to the development and maintenance of controlled documents for research and data analysis. Performs administrative duties as assigned. Assists with other duties as assigned. Required Skills/Abilities: Passionate and proactive about research; possesses a strong sense of curiosity about data, research questions and ideas. Strong understanding of statistical and research concepts. Proficient in SPSS or other statistical software for data cleaning and analysis. Working knowledge of Tableau for data visualizations and summary reports. Demonstrates effective time management and organizational skills to manage multiple projects with time-sensitive components. Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills necessary to organize, structure, and communicate information and ideas clearly. Utilizes proper grammar and vocabulary in both verbal and written usage. Demonstrates strong attention to detail and analytical ability to evaluate and ensure accuracy. Ability to identify problems, consider alternatives, consult with peers, and implement solutions. Ability to work independently and as a team member. Ability to be punctual and reliable. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Working knowledge of database management systems. Education and Experience: Baccalaureate degree in the social sciences, statistics, data analytics, or a closely related field. Minimum of 3 years of experience working in an applied research setting. Minimum of 1 year of experience conducting data analysis, working with large and complex datasets, and survey programming. Minimum of 1 year of experience using Tableau for data visualizations. Equal Opportunity Employer:/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veteran