Research Analyst

Posted by: Haalufa USA, Inc -HR; Washington, Virginia (District of Columbia, MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading rail service organization located in Washington, DC, is seeking a motivated Research Analyst. The successful candidate will formulate research plans, conduct data analyses, and prepare actionable reports. A Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field and at least two years of market research experience are required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and similar communication tools is essential. The role is full-time with standard hours from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience in market research and/or analysis.
• Experience translating research concepts into strategic directions.
• Experience analyzing quantitative datasets.

Responsibilities

• Formulates research/analysis plans and conducts in-depth data analyses.
• Authors reports containing actionable recommendations.
• Oversees contractor work to ensure quality of deliverables.

Skills

Market research

Data analysis

Microsoft Office 365

Qualitative research

Quantitative analysis

Communication tools (Slack, Teams)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Visio

Job description

Job Overview

Haalufa USA, Inc., is currently seeking a motivated, career and customer-oriented professional to fill a Research Analyst Position for one of the largest rail service organizations in the DMV Area – District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia. We’re committed to including people with disabilities at all stages of the employment process. If you require accessibility assistance or accommodation for a disability at any point, let us know by emailing [e-mail]

Responsibilities

• Formulates research/analysis plans and acquires internal client sign-off; designs and/or assists in the development of questionnaires and moderator guides to ensure the necessary data is captured; conducts in-depth data analyses using traditional and advanced methods; authors reports containing actionable recommendations.
• Makes presentations and answers questions regarding findings.
• Oversees contractor work and ensures the highest quality of contractor deliverables; monitors industry statistics and follows trends trade literature.
• Assists in measuring and assessing customer and employee satisfaction.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or a related field.

Work Experience

• Two (2) years of experience in market research and/or analysis, translating research concepts into strategy directions, working with qualitative research and experience analyzing quantitative datasets.
• Experience with: Microsoft Office 365 – Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Word.
• Communication Tool: Slack or Teams.

Compensation and Schedule

Standard hours are from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with a one (1) hour unpaid lunch break. However, the COTR may request temporary services for periods in excess of a seven and one half (7.5) hour day or a thirty-seven and one-half hour (37.5) hour week. Temporary personnel working six (6) hours or more are required to take a one-half hour unpaid lunch break. Overtime: Hours worked in excess of forty (40) hours in one week is considered as overtime work, all overtime must be approved by the COTR in advance.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Haalufa USA, Inc – is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veterans’ status, or any other characteristic protected by law.