Academic Research Analyst

About the role#

The Academic Research Analyst supports organizational decision-making by analyzing and interpreting data related to Institute of Humane Studies (IHS) programs, partnerships, research outputs, and institutional impact. This role reports to the Director of Academic Research and focuses on producing structured analyses and written reports that inform strategy, respond to internal and external requests, and support recurring organizational reporting. This is a full-time, paid position for Fall 2026.

What you'll do#

• Complete analytics projects, ranging from rapid-turnaround requests to long-term analyses.
• Partner with internal teams and external partners to clarify questions, confirm definitions, and deliver decision-ready outputs.
• Analyze data on IHS activities—such as funding programs, conferences, and seminars—to measure effectiveness and impact.
• Extract, organize, and prepare datasets from CRM and other systems for reporting.
• Validate analytical datasets and outputs for accuracy and consistency, documenting all assumptions and methodologies.
• Identify opportunities to improve analysis workflows through templates, dashboards, or automation.

What you'll need#

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Data Science, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Public Health, social science, or public policy.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct data analysis and produce clear written analytical outputs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain findings to non-technical audiences.
• Proficiency in Excel and experience with CRM systems, preferably Salesforce.
• Ability to manage multiple requests, prioritize work, and meet deadlines in a high-demand environment.
• Ability to evaluate information from multiple sources, reconcile inconsistencies, and document assumptions.

Location & details#

• This position is primarily remote, based in Arlington, Virginia.
• The role requires occasional travel, approximately two weeks per year, for in-office collaboration meetings.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; sponsorship is not available for this position.