[Remote] Senior Analyst \- Data Driven Detroit
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Kirk Gibson Foundation for Parkinson's Wellness is dedicated to providing accessible, high-quality analysis to drive informed decision-making. They are seeking a mission-driven professional to provide direct support on initiatives aimed at improving community outcomes in Detroit, specifically through data analysis and project management.
Responsibilities
- Lead the day-to-day management of larger-scale, multi-year projects, covering a variety of activities
- Regular collaboration with internal and external project stakeholders
- Analysis and research to support identified partner and stakeholder needs
- Coordination of tasks with D3’s internal workflow team
- Participating in outreach and engagement programs
- Helping to produce data products that meaningfully improve the quality of life for residents across Detroit and our region
Skills
- 5+ years of relevant professional experience in community research, data analysis, urban planning, public policy, public health, education, or a related field
- 3+ years leading complex research projects with long-term deliverables across multiple subject areas
- Experience managing relationships on larger initiatives with multiple external stakeholders
- Proficiency in data analysis using Microsoft Excel or other statistical software (R, SPSS, etc.)
- Experience with survey sampling methods, survey design, and survey data analysis
- Working understanding of qualitative research processes, including research design strategies, focus groups, and/or fieldwork methods
- Able to communicate technical concepts to a non-technical audience
- Able to move flexibly between analytical and relationship-centered work based on project needs
- Able to manage individual deadlines and tasks as part of a project team
- Curious about data and answering questions
- Able to work effectively with people across racial, cultural, gender, and other identity characteristic differences
- Lived experience and/or service that provides perspectives that support D3 in our mission, especially in serving populations that are under-represented in society at large
Benefits
- A flexible 32-hour work week;
- 4 weeks of paid time off per year;
- Access to group health, dental, and vision insurance;
- A 401(k) profit-sharing plan;
- Paid contingency leaves (parental, caregiving, jury duty, etc.); and
- A strong commitment to work-life balance.
- This is primarily a remote position, with occasional attendance at in-person meetings or events. A desk in the D3 office is available should the selected candidate wish to work partially or entirely in-person.
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