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Northwestern University

Research Data Analyst Associate

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Location: Evanston, IL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/6/2026

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A Data Analyst develops computer programs to analyze large customer information databases for companies and organizations. Analyzes data to identify patterns and provide information relevant to a particular business, industry or field; analysis may be used for marketing, or to detect fraud in financial transactions, or for research. Develops computer programs to protect confidential customer information.

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Job Description

at Northwestern University in

Evanston, Illinois, United States Job Description Job Opening Id:

54370

Department:

IPR - Inst for

Policy Res Salary/Grade:

EXS/6

Job Summary:

Utilizes multiple quantitative and qualitative datasets from a variety of sources and interprets results using various techniques, ranging from simple data aggregation via statistical analysis to complex data mining. Assists in the design, development and implementation of business solutions, partnering with clients to identify analytical requirements. Compiles reports, charts, and tables based on established statistical methods. The Center for Neighborhood Engaged Research & Science (CORNERS), housed within the Institute for Policy Research (IPR) at Northwestern University, is seeking a Research Data Analyst Associate to join our team. CORNERS conducts Neighborhood Science for Neighborhood Solutions, leveraging the transformative power of networks to help community and civic partners build safer, healthier neighborhoods. CORNERS provides partners across Chicago, Cook County, and Illinois with first-class, actionable research that leverages rigorous scholarship to inform practitioners and policymakers impacting neighborhoods nationwide.

Learn more:

www.cornersresearch.org. The Research Data Analyst Associate will support a diverse portfolio of applied research projects across the center. Responsibilities may vary depending on candidate skill set and project needs. This is a 6-month term position. Opportunity for renewal will be based on performance and available funding.

Specific Responsibilities:

Administration Develop standardized templates, policies, and procedures for internal and external reporting. Design and prepare documentation for qualitative and quantitative data analysis. Development Completes a variety of statistical analyses using appropriate data and software Interprets results of analyses for use in reports and presentations Performance Completes To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account