Defense Education Research Analyst

Hatalom; Quantico (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hatalom Corporation seeks a Research Assistant to support Marine Corps University (MCU) and Education Command (EDCOM) at Quantico, VA. You will collect and analyze data, conduct literature reviews, assist in research design, and prepare reports to inform decision-making.

This role requires strong analytical and technical writing skills, familiarity with MS Office, and the ability to handle confidential information.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Sciences, Business, Statistics, Public Administration, Political Science, or related field.
• 1–3 years of experience supporting research, data analysis, or program evaluation.
• Strong analytical, research, and technical writing skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to organize and analyze quantitative and qualitative data.
• Active Secret (Tier 3) Security Clearance or the ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Support research projects by gathering, organizing, and analyzing data from primary and secondary sources.
• Conduct literature reviews to identify relevant studies, articles, and publications related to ongoing research.
• Assist in the development of research proposals, including the preparation of background information and methodology sections.
• Manage data entry and ensure the accuracy and integrity of data collected throughout the research process.
• Prepare summaries and reports based on research findings, presenting data in clear and accessible formats.
• Coordinate with research team members to organize and schedule meetings, interviews, and data collection activities.
• Maintain detailed records of research activities, including notes, data sources, and methodologies used.
• Assist with statistical analysis using software tools to interpret data and generate insights as required.
• Support the preparation of visual materials, such as charts, graphs, and presentations, to communicate research findings.
• Assist in preparing research manuscripts, abstracts, and conference materials for publication and presentation.
• Ensure compliance with ethical standards and confidentiality requirements related to research data and activities.
• Conduct regular reviews of research project timelines and milestones, providing updates to project leads as necessary.
• Maintain an organized digital and physical filing system for research documents, data, and resources.
• Assist in developing research instruments, such as surveys and interview guides, to support data collection.
• Stay informed of recent developments in the field to contribute relevant knowledge to research projects.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Technical writing

Research skills

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Sciences, Business, Statistics, Public Administration, Political Science, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

SPSS/SAS/R

Job description

Hatalom Corporation seeks a Research Assistant to support Marine Corps University (MCU) and Education Command (EDCOM) at Quantico, VA. You will collect and analyze data, conduct literature reviews, assist in research design, and prepare reports to inform decision-making.

This role requires strong analytical and technical writing skills, familiarity with MS Office, and the ability to handle confidential information.