Policy Research Assistant (Hybrid) — Data & Impact

Longwood University; Alexandria (VA); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

MEF Associates in Alexandria, VA is seeking a Research Assistant to support quantitative and qualitative policy research. Hybrid work with some in-office collaboration is expected.

You will engage in data analysis, literature reviews, field research coordination, and development of surveys and reports. The role emphasizes rigorous research, multi-tasking across projects, and collaboration with senior staff.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in a social science or related field with an exemplary academic record.
• Demonstrated excellence in writing and verbal communication.
• Effective project management skills and ability to multi-task in deadline-focused, team-oriented environment.
• Commitment to details and accuracy.
• Relationship-driven, effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with others in a respectful way.
• Experience in qualitative or quantitative research and documentation, with preference for public or social policy.

Responsibilities

• Manipulating data and assisting in data analysis using Microsoft Excel and/or statistical packages (e.g., Stata, R).
• Conducting literature reviews.
• Assisting with field research including development of protocols, organizing meetings and site visits, note taking, and preparing transcripts and/or summaries.
• Contributing to reports, proposals, and presentations.
• Assisting with the design and implementation of surveys and focus groups.
• Contributing to the company website, marketing, and proposal development.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Data analysis

Literature reviews

Field research

Reports & proposals

Surveys & focus groups

Web content & marketing

Education

BA/BS in social science

Tools

Stata

R

Excel

Qualtrics

SurveyMonkey

Job description

MEF Associates in Alexandria, VA is seeking a Research Assistant to support quantitative and qualitative policy research. Hybrid work with some in-office collaboration is expected.

You will engage in data analysis, literature reviews, field research coordination, and development of surveys and reports. The role emphasizes rigorous research, multi-tasking across projects, and collaboration with senior staff.