The research analyst is primarily responsible for the execution of short-term research studies and actively participates in the execution of the main research initiatives identified as priorities for NAIS members. In addition, the research analyst leads the creation of data analysis reports to help members better understand their markets and make strategic decisions.

To accomplish these responsibilities, the research analyst evaluates and selects the most appropriate research methods, gathers and analyzes information relevant to specific questions/issues and communicates findings through written reports or presentations.

At NAIS, we are passionate about education and the work that we do to advance it. We are customer-focused and always strive for excellence. We work collaboratively and value creativity and initiative. We foster empathy, flexibility, and cultural competence. As an integral part of the NAIS staff, this position is expected to serve as an engaged and involved team member, supportive of the varied experiences and perspectives of internal and external colleagues; to support and actively build an office culture dedicated to superior customer service that exceeds customer expectations; and to work within the team and among teams to ensure that decisions are made to further the organization’s goals, particularly the goals of modeling multiculturalism and helping to build inclusive school communities.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Collects and analyzes data to write short-term studies on various topics, such as student outcomes and assessment, staff management, international recruitment, risk management, among others.
• Participates in the research process of collecting, analyzing, and writing reports on topics that are identified as strategic priorities for NAIS members, such as parent perceptions and school selection, governance and leadership, student wellness, financial sustainability, among others.
• Collects and analyzes data from DASL (NAIS’s data collection system) and external sources (U.S. Census, Department of Education, think tanks, etc.) to help members better understand the dynamics of their local markets. Presents findings in the form of reports, articles, and/or presentations.
• Creates, conducts, and analyze internal surveys for NAIS teams when necessary.
• Supports the Vice President of SIRT in the management of project logistics, including drafting and reviewing project outlines/contracts, maintaining distribution/billing lists, uploading documents to the website, and organizing files in the SIRT intranet.
• Writes articles for Independent School Magazine, as well as blog posts for the website.
• Assumes other responsibilities as assigned by the VP for SIRT.
• Travel is required for this position, 4-10% of the year