[Remote] Operations Research Analyst

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. ProSidian Consulting is a management and operations consulting firm that provides tailored solutions to help clients solve problems and improve operations. The Operations Research Analyst will conduct research on consumer financial behavior and decision-making, using focus groups, surveys, interviews, statistical analysis, and research models. The role will also support field testing, monitor educational tools and strategies, and prepare comprehensive reports for the Research Team.

Responsibilities

• Conducting in-depth research using statistical analysis, models, tables, and other methods to better understand consumer financial decision-making and ways consumers make those decisions
• Supporting field tests of newly-developed tools and strategies to better educate consumers
• Conducting on-going monitoring and research activities throughout the development and implementation of new tools, strategies, and messages to educate consumers
• Providing analysis of the overall project to support the Research Team's report(s)

Skills

• The Operations Research Analyst shall have consecutive employment in a position with comparable responsibilities within the past five (5) years
• Must be able to use a computer to communicate via email; and proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Word/Excel/Power point) and related tools and technology required for the position
• Master's degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university in a relevant field with at least 3 years of experience with demonstrated understanding of conducting applied social science or educational research, survey research, and sampling
• Bachelor's degree required
• At least 3 years of experience providing survey research, sampling, descriptive and inferential statistical analysis
• Experience in data collection, analysis, and written reports summarizing data collected
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously, work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to work effectively both individually and as a member of a team
• Candidate must have strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to propose possible resolutions to complex managerial or operational problems
• Demonstrated expertise in knowledge management
• Demonstrated proactivity, attention to detail, working within deadlines, and ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills, English verbal, written, editing, research, and verbal communication skills
• Excellent project management and organizational skills
• Proficiency in MS Office Applications (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel)
• U.S.  Citizenship Required
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Products (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, & Adobe)
• Advanced Data Analytics (Time series regressions, knowledge of how to apply appropriate statistical models to each job task)
• Teamwork – ability to foster teamwork collaboratively as a participant, and effectively as a team leader
• Leadership – ability to guide and lead colleagues on projects and initiatives
• Business Acumen – understanding and insight into how organizations perform, including business processes, data, systems, and people
• Communication – ability to effectively communicate to stakeholders of all levels orally and in writing
• Agility – ability to quickly understand and transition between different projects, concepts, initiatives, or work streams
• Judgment – exercises prudence and insight in decision-making process while mindful of other stakeholders and long-term ramifications
• Organization – ability to manage projects and activity, and prioritize tasks
• Business Tools –  understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office. The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary
• Master's degree preferred in a relevant field or related subject

Benefits

• Group medical health insurance benefits through BC/BS, including high-deductible health plans or PPOs, for Full Time Employees
• Group dental health insurance benefits through Delta, Aetna, Guardian, and MetLife, for Full Time Employees
• Group vision health insurance benefits through Aetna and VSP, for Full Time Employees
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with pre-tax Safe Harbor provisions, investment options, personal financial planner assistance, and company match for eligible employees
• Pre-Tax Payment Programs, including a Premium Only Plan (POP), for eligible employees
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan and tax benefit for eligible employees
• Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plan through The Corporate Perks Benefit Program for eligible employees
• ProSidian Employee & Contractor Referral Bonus Program paying up to 5k for referrals employed for 90 days for candidates submitted through the Referral Program
• Performance incentives associated with each new client that each employee works to pursue and support
• Supplemental life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance for employees and eligible dependents
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Remote work option
• Charlotte, NC / Washington, DC / Remote work locations

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