[Hiring] Junior Research Analyst @The Policy & Research Group

Role Description

PRG is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Junior Research Analyst to support the development, maintenance, and monitoring of data management systems used in research and evaluation projects. This is a full-time, exempt position within PRG's Data Management Team. The successful candidate will work under the guidance of experienced technical staff to:

• Maintain automated data processing workflows
• Develop and troubleshoot data dashboards
• Conduct data quality checks
• Support other technical data management activities

PRG will provide training in its specific systems, tools, and procedures, with opportunities to develop technical skills and assume greater responsibility over time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, data science, information systems, or a closely related technical field
• Demonstrated programming proficiency, particularly in Python and/or SQL, through coursework, internships, employment, or independent projects
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and technical problem-solving skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Strong communication and organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• Self-motivated, with a willingness to learn new technologies and technical procedures
• Commitment to PRG's mission of improving programs and policies through rigorous research and evaluation

Requirements

• Experience programming in Stata and/or JavaScript
• Experience developing or maintaining data dashboards using Cluvio, Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms
• Experience developing automated data pipelines and data processing workflows
• Experience in data management and data validation
• Experience working with web content management systems such as WordPress
• Experience using Git or other version control systems for collaborative code development
• Familiarity with data privacy and security standards, including HIPAA and FERPA

Benefits

• Two weeks (10 days) paid vacation per year, with increase to three weeks after one year of employment
• Approximately 17 paid holidays per year (this includes an end of the year break where the office is closed between Christmas and New Year’s Day)
• Medical, dental, and vision group plans offered; employer pays portion of premiums
• Supplemental insurance plans and a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) offered
• After two years of employment, PRG employees are eligible to contribute to SIMPLE and Roth IRA retirement plans with employer percentage

Company Description

The Policy & Research Group (PRG) specializes in research and evaluation of public policy and programs in the following areas: education, public health, child welfare, workforce and income, housing, juvenile justice, and adolescent risk reduction. PRG aims to improve the economic and social prospects for all people through equitable public policy and improved practice.

As a small but expanding research and evaluation firm, PRG operates a casual work environment that is both professionally and intellectually demanding, allows employees at all levels to play an integral role in projects, and provides opportunities for growth. PRG is an employee-owned small business.