Research Support Specialist: Data-Driven Insights

Hollis; Kansas City, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Hollis + Miller is seeking a detail-oriented Research Support professional to advance data-driven design within our Vision & Strategy pillar. You will collect and analyze qualitative and quantitative data, create transcripts, and help translate insights into actionable project design with the Education Design Team.

The role emphasizes strong writing, data visualization, and collaboration with the Research Director to share findings across internal and external audiences.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree and/or education research experience preferred; BA in social or data sciences required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Proficient in data analysis tools such as SPSS and NVivo.
• Graphic data representation using Adobe Creative Suite, PowerPoint or Canva.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Education Design Team to support data-driven project design.
• Execute data collection through surveys, interviews, focus groups and observation; create transcripts and data entry.
• Conduct literature reviews and summarize existing research for Hollis + Miller.
• Review data from various methods and perform phased analysis for rich understanding.
• Summarize findings and present data in multiple formats for internal and external audiences.
• Support creation of white papers and blog posts for HMA channels and publications.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Strong writing

Communication

Self-motivation

Education

Master’s degree or higher in education research or related field

Bachelor's degree in social or data sciences

Tools

SPSS

NVivo

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft PowerPoint

Canva

Job description

Hollis + Miller is seeking a detail-oriented Research Support professional to advance data-driven design within our Vision & Strategy pillar. You will collect and analyze qualitative and quantitative data, create transcripts, and help translate insights into actionable project design with the Education Design Team.

The role emphasizes strong writing, data visualization, and collaboration with the Research Director to share findings across internal and external audiences.