Qualitative Research Assistant

Job Summary

The Qualitative Research Assistant supports qualitative and mixed-methods research projects conducted by the Inclusive Economy Lab. This role assists with study design, data collection, data management, qualitative analysis, and dissemination of research findings to support evidence-based policy and program evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Conducts qualitative research activities, including participant interviews, focus groups, transcription, and qualitative coding.
• Conducts literature reviews to support research design and inform ongoing projects.
• Assists with the development of research protocols, interview guides, and other qualitative data collection materials.
• Analyzes qualitative data to identify themes and synthesize findings.
• Writes, formats, and edits research reports, technical documents, and presentation materials for internal and external audiences.
• Performs data entry, cleaning, organization, and quality assurance to support research projects.
• Assists with participant recruitment, scheduling, and research coordination.
• Maintains accurate research records and supports project documentation.
• Collaborates with research staff on project implementation and dissemination activities.
• Maintains technical and administrative support for a research project.
• Analyzes and maintains data and/or specimens.
• Conducts literature reviews.
• Assists with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field. Work Experience: Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in sociology, education, public policy, or another relevant social science field. Experience: Background working with communities that have experienced segregation and disinvestment. Technical Skills or Knowledge: University coursework or equivalent experience in qualitative research methods. Familiar with NVivo, ATLAS.ti, MaxQDA, Dedoose, or other qualitative analysis software.

Preferred Competencies

• Engage thoughtfully with issues related to race, identity, and equity and to work across difference.
• Knowledge of research theory, methods, and literature.
• Work both independently and collaboratively, on internal teams and with external partners.
• Work discreetly with sensitive and confidential data.
• Bilingual skills.

Working Conditions

This position is currently expected to work a minimum three days per week in the office. This is a part-time position of approximately 26 hours per week.