Research Specialist: Survey Data & Analysis (Entry-Level)

Cohen Center for Modern Jewish Studies at Brandeis University; University (FL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cohen Center for Modern Jewish Studies at Brandeis University is seeking an entry-level research specialist. In this role, you will support an interdisciplinary team conducting studies on the American Jewish community, manage undergraduate assistants, and handle survey data.

You will need a bachelor's degree, excellent communication skills, and familiarity with the US Jewish community. The position offers a salary range of $44,000–$50,000, depending on skills and experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in social sciences or a related field.
• Highly organized and detail oriented.
• Strong team player.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Desire and ability to learn new skills quickly.
• Comfort with technology.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Familiarity with the US Jewish community.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary support contact during survey administration.
• Field emails and phone calls from organizations and survey respondents.
• Oversee the coding of qualitative survey data.
• Train and manage a team of part-time undergraduate research assistants.
• Manage data collection of online surveys.
• Assist in developing, programming, and testing survey instruments in Qualtrics.
• Assist with reports and presentations, making charts, figures, and slides using Excel and PowerPoint.
• Conduct literature searches and write short summaries.

Skills

Highly organized and detail oriented

Strong team player

Outstanding written and verbal communication skills

Desire and ability to learn new skills quickly

Comfort with technology

Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

Familiarity with the US Jewish community

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social sciences or related field

Job description

The Cohen Center for Modern Jewish Studies at Brandeis University is seeking an entry-level research specialist. In this role, you will support an interdisciplinary team conducting studies on the American Jewish community, manage undergraduate assistants, and handle survey data.

You will need a bachelor's degree, excellent communication skills, and familiarity with the US Jewish community. The position offers a salary range of $44,000–$50,000, depending on skills and experience.