Research Associate, Healthcare & Human Services (Remote Eligible)

Mathematica Inc•Cambridge, MA

3d•Remote

About The Position

Mathematica applies expertise at the intersection of data, methods, policy, and practice to improve well-being around the world. We collaborate closely with public- and private-sector partners to translate big questions into deep insights that improve programs, refine strategies, and enhance understanding using data science and analytics. Our work yields actionable information to guide decisions in wide-ranging policy areas, from health, education, early childhood, and family support to nutrition, employment, disability, and international development. Mathematica offers our employees competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, as well as the advantages of being 100 percent employee owned. As an employee stock owner, you will experience financial benefits of ESOP holdings that have increased in tandem with the company’s growth and financial strength. You will also be part of an independent, employee-owned firm that is able to define and further our mission, enhance our quality and accountability, and steadily grow our financial strength. Read more about our benefits here: Benefits at a Glance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in the social sciences, public policy, public health, education, economics, or a related field with an excellent academic record
Strong organizational and project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously with a high level of attention to detail
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Highly motivated, detail-oriented, and self-directed, with strong interpersonal skills
Interest in improving and researching government programs or providing technical assistance to public sector or nonprofit organizations
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of quantitative and/or qualitative research methods
Experience conducting research, evaluation, or data collection in health, education, workforce, or human services settings, including work with federal or state agencies, foundations, or related organizations
Experience with project management or collaboration tools such as Microsoft Project, Confluence, SharePoint, or Jira
Experience with quantitative or qualitative analytic software such as R, Stata, SAS, SPSS, NVivo, or ATLAS.ti
Strong communication and facilitation skills, including the ability to translate complex ideas for diverse audiences
Curious, analytically minded, and comfortable responsibly incorporating AI tools into day-to-day work. Experience using AI to support research tasks, whether for literature reviews, data analysis, drafting, or synthesis, is a plus.

Responsibilities

Support project management activities, including creating agendas, tracking deliverables, scheduling meetings, and taking notes
Learn complex policies and programs across health, education, employment, and disability domains to develop subject matter expertise
Assist with interview scheduling, note-taking, and other qualitative data collection activities such as interviews, site visits, and focus groups
Support quantitative and/or qualitative analyses, including cleaning, organizing, and summarizing data using tables, figures, and descriptive statistics
Support recruitment and coordination with participating organizations such as schools, workforce programs, health care providers, or community-based organizations
Compile and track project information in spreadsheets and databases
Perform literature searches and reviews and synthesize findings from reports, policy documents, and academic articles
Support administration and oversight of survey and data collection tasks, including preparing training materials, delivering training, and performing quality control activities
Provide logistical and operational support for evaluations, including coordinating trainings, webinars, and expert meetings
Provide or support delivery of technical assistance to programs, grantees, or government agencies
Contribute to reports, issue briefs, client memos, and technical assistance tools