Research Assistant
Job in
New York City, Richmond County, New York, USA
Listed on 2026-02-02
Listing for:
Atrium Staffing
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-02
Job specializations:
-
Research/Development
Research Assistant/Associate, Research Analyst, Market Research, Data Scientist
Job Description & How to Apply Below
What you do matters. As a people-centric organization, we foster an environment of collaboration, high performance, and innovation where your talents are valued, and your achievements are celebrated. Join us and become part of an inclusive team.
Client Overview:
Our client is a national organization dedicated to youth development and empowerment, working with numerous local councils across the country to support and engage young people through research and program initiatives. They are currently looking to add a Research Assistant to their team.
Salary/Hourly Rate:
$25/hr - 28/hr DOE
Position Overview:
Reporting to the Director of Research, the Research Assistant will support the department's research activities. Responsibilities include assisting with the implementation of research projects, including participant recruitment, survey and interview protocol development, data analysis, and preparing findings for dissemination. The role involves collaboration with various internal teams and providing research support to local councils.
Responsibilities of the Research Assistant:
* Support the development, management, and execution of research projects, including participant recruitment and survey administration.
* Assist with data entry, analysis, background research, and descriptive analytics.
* Organize and manage physical and digital research files and reports.
* Develop and distribute research findings and provide customer support related to reports.
* Review academic and industry literature for relevant context.
* Collaborate with the Research team to design communication strategies for presenting complex data to non-technical audiences.
Required Experience/Skills for the Research Assistant:
* Minimum 2 years of experience supporting applied research and managing survey data collection.
* Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills for professional interaction and clear presentation of research findings.
* Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to interpret and narrate data insights.
* High attention to detail and follow-through.
* Quick learner with the ability to absorb new information.
* Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
* Experience with statistical software such as SPSS, SAS, or R.
* Experience with web-based survey platforms, preferably Qualtrics.
* Ability to create tables, graphs, and charts in Excel and PowerPoint.
* Collaborative mindset and ability to work with diverse teams.
* Passion for research, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Preferred Experience /Skills for the Research Assistant:
* Graduate coursework or degree.
* Experience in youth development or social sciences, especially related to girls or youth.
* Experience with qualitative research methods, including focus groups, interviews, and open-ended survey analysis.
* Familiarity with data exploration and visualization tools.
* Experience with grant-related work.
Education Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree is required.
Benefits:
* Atrium Care Package available upon eligibility (including healthcare plans, discount programs, and paid time off).
To View & Apply for jobs on this site that accept applications from your location or country, tap the button below to make a Search.
(If this job is in fact in your jurisdiction, then you may be using a Proxy or VPN to access this site, and to progress further, you should change your connectivity to another mobile device or PC).
(If this job is in fact in your jurisdiction, then you may be using a Proxy or VPN to access this site, and to progress further, you should change your connectivity to another mobile device or PC).
Search for further Jobs Here:
×