Research Analyst

Initiative for a Competitive Inner City; Boston (MA); Remote; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Initiative for a Competitive Inner City is seeking a full-time Research Analyst to conduct impactful research in economic development and support senior research staff on various projects. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to ICIC’s mission of fostering inclusive economic growth. This remote position allows applicants from multiple states, supporting flexible working arrangements while offering comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Three weeks vacation plus additional days for service

Thirteen paid holidays and floating holiday

Ten paid sick leave days and two personal leave days

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with matching

Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave

Individual professional development benefit of $1000

Qualifications

• Strong academic performance in relevant disciplines such as economics or public policy.
• Some research or consulting experience is desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze datasets and convey complex information visually.

Responsibilities

• Conduct primary research using surveys, interviews, and data analysis.
• Compile and synthesize information from various sources.
• Support senior staff in managing research projects and writing proposals.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent writing and editing

Communication skills

Data analysis

Collaborative work

Education

Coursework or work experience in social sciences or related fields

Job description

Overview

The Initiative for a Competitive Inner City (ICIC) is a national nonprofit founded in 1994 by Harvard Business School professor Michael Porter. ICIC drives inclusive economic prosperity in under-resourced communities through innovative research and programs to create jobs, income, and wealth for local residents. Informed by our research, ICIC has developed and supported highly effective initiatives for underserved businesses to meet entrepreneurs’ most pressing needs. At ICIC, you will work with talented, creative, and committed professionals in a collaborative culture dedicated to excellence and innovation.

Position Summary

ICIC is seeking a high-performing full-time Research Analyst who will work closely with senior research staff to lead and support research projects on local economic development and business growth issues and manage engagements with a diverse set of clients. The Research Analyst will report directly to the Senior Vice President and Director of Research.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct primary research using surveys, interviews, and qualitative and quantitative analysis.
• Compile and synthesize data and information from public and private sources, including literature reviews using secondary data sources.
• Perform quantitative analysis involving large and small datasets.
• Support other staff with research projects from idea stage through completion.
• Support senior staff with writing research grant proposals.
• With supervision from senior staff, prepare reports and presentation materials for external and internal audiences, including writing, editing, and dissemination.
• With supervision from senior staff, develop and support design of data visualizations.
• Support senior staff in identifying new research opportunities.
• With supervision from senior staff, manage research projects, ensuring that they meet rigorous research standards and are grounded in theory.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Strong academic performance with coursework or work experience in the social sciences or related fields, such as economics, business, geography, urban planning, political science, sociology, public policy, or a similar discipline.
• Some experience in a research or consulting position is desirable but not required.
• Demonstrated experience using and analyzing datasets.
• Excellent writing, editing, and oral communication skills, including ability to summarize and synthesize complex information accurately and concisely.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Ability to convey complex information visually.
• Ability to work collaboratively with research staff and staff from other units within the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to work on projects independently.
• Flexibility with changing priorities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and successfully meet deadlines.
• Ability to learn independently and solve research problems creatively.
• Minimal travel may be required.

The ideal candidate will be committed to ICIC’s mission and bring a strong passion for research and analytics. They will have a solid understanding of economic development issues and demonstrate the ability to manage multiple projects at once while taking initiative to drive them to successful completion. We’re seeking someone who thrives in a team environment and has a proven track record of effective collaboration.

This is a full-time remote position. We are currently able to employe candidates working from any of the following states: AL, AR, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, IL, KY, MA, MD, MI, NC, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, TX, and VA.

Benefits include:

• Three weeks of vacation per year to start, with an additional day added for each year of service up to 5 years
• Thirteen days of paid holidays, half days on Fridays before long weekends, plus one floating holiday
• Ten days of paid sick leave and two days paid personal leave each calendar year
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance (70% paid by ICIC)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching up to 4% after the first year of employment
• Up to 16 weeks of paid Parental leave
• Individual Professional Development benefit of $1000 each year

ICIC is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive organization. We provide equal opportunity for all persons seeking employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender identity, family status, sexual orientation, military status, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic as established by law.

ICIC participates in E-Verify to confirm that all new hires are authorized to work in the U.S. Please see the Participation Poster and Right to Work Poster for more information.