Remote Senior Research Analyst — Quantitative Insights

Defense One; Idaho; Remote; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company?

Open time off policy

Twelve weeks paid parental leave

Supportive, collaborative teams

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

GovExec is seeking a Senior Research Analyst to join our Research & Insights Group. This role focuses on executing custom market research studies, primarily quantitative survey research, across multiple projects with a strong emphasis on accuracy and actionable findings.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on market research experience, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while working both independently and collaboratively.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, marketing, business, statistics, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of professional market research, survey research, or related applied research experience.
• Working proficiency with SPSS, Microsoft Excel, and PowerPoint. Familiarity with other statistical analysis software is a plus.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects and deadlines.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Support research project leads in managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Assist with questionnaire and screener development based on research objectives.
• Test survey programming for logic, accuracy, and respondent experience.
• Monitor survey fielding and data quality.
• Develop crosstab/banner plans and review tabulations for accuracy.
• Analyze quantitative research results and identify key findings and trends.
• Develop coding frameworks and code open‑ended survey responses.
• Develop PowerPoint reports and other research deliverables.
• Ensure the quality and accuracy of research deliverables, including proofing numbers, text, and formatting.

Skills

SPSS

Excel

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor’s degree in psychology, marketing, business, statistics, or a related field

Job description

GovExec is seeking a Senior Research Analyst to join our Research & Insights Group. This role focuses on executing custom market research studies, primarily quantitative survey research, across multiple projects with a strong emphasis on accuracy and actionable findings.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on market research experience, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while working both independently and collaboratively.