Research Associate — Workplace Science

Gallup; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings with company matching

Employee stock ownership plan

Family-building benefits

Mass transit reimbursement

Job summary

Gallup is seeking a Research Associate in Washington, D.C., to enhance workplace research through quantitative analysis and psychometric methods. This role involves supporting various workplace research projects and exploring employee engagement and leadership dynamics through large-scale datasets.

The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in a relevant field and at least three years of workplace research experience, with strong analytical skills and knowledge of statistical software.

Gallup offers a competitive salary range of $100,000 to $130,000 along with an array of benefits to support employee well-being.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in industrial-organizational psychology, educational measurement, or related field is required.
• At least three years of experience in workplace research or related fields is required.
• Experience with quantitative research methodologies and statistical analysis is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support and lead workplace research projects.
• Conduct quantitative analyses using statistical software.
• Analyze large-scale workplace datasets.

Skills

Data analysis

Quantitative research

Psychometrics

Statistical software (R, SPSS, Python)

Qualitative research

Education

Master's degree in relevant field

Ph.D. or ABD status preferred

Tools

R

SPSS

Python

Job description

Contribute to research that improves workplaces around the world.

At Gallup, we study how organizations select, develop, and engage people to achieve exceptional performance. As a research associate, you’ll apply advanced quantitative and psychometric methods to large‑scale workplace datasets, helping shape Gallup’s workplace science on employee engagement, talent‑based selection, leadership, and organizational performance.

Why Research at Gallup

For decades, Gallup has helped organizations answer some of the most important questions about work: What drives employee engagement? What makes a great manager? How do organizations build thriving cultures? How can organizations identify and select people who will succeed?

The answers have inspired workplace practices around the world and informed some of Gallup’s most recognized research, products, and consulting services. As a research associate on workplace science, you’ll contribute to the next generation of discoveries.

Gallup’s workplace research is powered by resources few organizations can match:

• Decades of research on employee engagement, talent‑based selection, organizational culture, wellbeing, leadership development, and employee experience
• Access to unique historical and longitudinal workplace datasets that few researchers will encounter elsewhere in their careers
• Opportunities to contribute to thought leadership, publications, client‑facing insights, and research that influence leaders around the world
• Collaboration with researchers, consultants, and subject‑matter experts who are committed to turning evidence into meaningful workplace change
• A culture that encourages curiosity, innovation, and exploration of emerging methods, technologies, and AI‑enabled approaches to research

What You’ll Do

• Support and lead workplace research projects from scoping through reporting, including literature reviews, research design, data collection, analysis, and synthesis of findings
• Conduct quantitative analyses using R, SPSS, Python, or similar tools, including descriptive analyses, regression, reliability analysis, factor analysis, item analysis, validation studies, and other advanced statistical techniques
• Analyze Gallup’s large‑scale workplace datasets to identify what drives employee engagement, organizational culture, wellbeing, leadership effectiveness, employee experience, and talent‑based selection outcomes
• Conduct qualitative research activities, including interviews, focus groups, cognitive interviews, thematic coding, codebook development, and synthesis of open‑ended responses
• Develop and evaluate workplace assessments, surveys, interview guides, and research items, including measurement analyses, item review, and technical documentation
• Translate research findings into technical reports, client‑ready presentations, articles, internal briefs, manuscripts, research summaries, and practical recommendations for leaders and organizations
• Contribute to original research, thought leadership, and publications that influence how organizations think about work, management, and organizational performance
• Leverage Gallup’s historical and longitudinal workplace datasets to explore emerging workplace trends and generate new insights
• Explore and apply AI‑enabled tools and approaches that enhance research quality, efficiency, and impact

Who We Want

• Analytical thinkers who explore complex data, identify meaningful relationships, and uncover the factors that shape workplace outcomes
• Curious builders who enjoy creating research from the ground up, navigating ambiguity, and pursuing answers to important questions
• Continuous learners who stay current with emerging research, challenge assumptions, and bring new ideas into their work
• Effective communicators who translate research data into clear, compelling insights that educate clients and inspire action
• Collaborative contributors who build strong internal partnerships and influence through expertise
• Persistent achievers who take initiative, overcome challenges, and independently drive projects forward with accountability for quality and outcomes

What You Need

• Master’s degree in industrial‑organizational psychology, educational measurement, quantitative psychology, organizational behavior, research methodology, or a related field (required). Ph.D. or ABD status in industrial‑organizational psychology, educational measurement, or a related field preferred.
• At least three years of experience in workplace research, people analytics, psychometrics, workplace consulting, applied behavioral science, or a related field (required). Relevant graduate assistantship, practicum, internship, or research experience may be considered toward the experience requirement.
• Experience conducting quantitative research and statistical analyses using R, SPSS, Python, or similar tools (required).
• Experience with psychometrics, assessment development, assessment validation, selection research, or related measurement work (required).
• Experience with multivariate statistics and advanced analytical techniques (required).
• Knowledge of item response theory, classical test theory, adaptive testing, or related measurement approaches (preferred).
• Experience conducting interviews, focus groups, cognitive interviews, or other qualitative research methods (preferred).
• Experience using AI tools to improve research workflows, productivity, and insight generation (preferred).
• A commitment to working on‑site at Gallup’s Washington, D.C., office at least three days per week (required).
• Eligibility to work in the United States (required); this position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship.

About Gallup

At Gallup, we change the world, one client at a time, through extraordinary analytics and advice on everything important facing humankind. Learn more about our work and life at Gallup at https://www.gallup.com.

Gallup offers a robust benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and other insurance options; a fully vested 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching; an employee stock ownership program; mass transit reimbursement; family‑building benefits; an employee assistance program; and various reimbursements and activities that enhance our associates’ wellbeing.

We also offer an estimated annual salary range of $100,000–$130,000 for this role. Salaries are based on a variety of factors, including an individual’s education, experience, and skills.

Gallup is an equal‑opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.