Hourly Data Analyst – Economic Development

C001 New Jersey Institute of Technology; United States; On-site; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

The Hourly Data Analyst - Economic Impact Evaluation at New Jersey Institute of Technology will support a grant-funded project in collaboration with the NJ Economic Development Authority. You will help collect data, analyze program outcomes, and contribute to a final report under NJERA legislation.

This role suits candidates with data analysis, public policy, economics, or economic development research experience who can work independently and manage tasks with limited supervision in Newark, NJ.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in one of the listed fields.
• Experience with data collection, management, and analysis.
• Proficiency in Excel and standard data analysis tools.
• Minimum five years in project management and evaluation.
• Two+ years using IMPLAN software.
• Experience assessing governmental economic development programs.
• Strong written communication and technical writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Collect, organize, and analyze program and economic data.
• Assist with economic impact assessments and related research.
• Support evaluation of economic development programs and initiatives.
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative data analysis.
• Prepare tables, charts, summaries, and supporting documentation.
• Contribute to findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Assist with preparation of the final NJERA-report.
• Participate in meetings and provide task updates.
• Maintain project records and ensure timely deliverables.

Skills

Data collection & analysis

Excel proficiency

IMPLAN software

Written communication

Project management

Independent work

Education

Master's degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Economics, Finance, Statistics, Data Analytics, Business Administration, Social Sciences, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

IMPLAN

Job description

Title: Hourly Data Analyst - Economic Development Department

Reports To: Professor

Position Summary

The Hourly Data Analyst - Economic Impact Evaluation will support a grant‑funded project conducted in collaboration with the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA). The selected candidate will assist with data collection, analysis, economic impact assessments, and preparation of a report required under the New Jersey Economic Recovery Act (NJERA) legislation. This position is ideal for an individual with experience in data analysis, program evaluation, public policy, economics, or economic development research who can work independently and manage project tasks with limited supervision.

Essential Functions

• Collect, organize, and analyze program and economic data.
• Assist with economic impact assessments and related research activities.
• Support the evaluation of economic development programs and initiatives.
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative data analysis.
• Prepare tables, charts, summaries, and supporting documentation.
• Contribute to the development of findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Assist with preparation of the final report required under NJERA legislation.
• Participate in project meetings and provide updates on assigned tasks.
• Maintain project records and ensure timely completion of project deliverables.

Prerequisite Qualifications

• Master's degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Economics, Finance, Statistics, Data Analytics, Business Administration, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• Experience with data collection, management, and analysis.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and standard data analysis tools.
• Minimum of five years of project management and evaluation experience.
• Minimum of two years of experience using IMPLAN software.
• Experience assessing governmental economic development programs.
• Experience with data collection and analysis of NJEDA programs.
• Strong written communication and technical writing skills.
• Ability to organize information, manage deadlines, and work independently.

Compensation

Compensation: $35-$50/hour

Range: Hourly Employees

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Time Type: Part time

Pay Rate: Hourly

Additional Information

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