Research Analyst – Research Development, Philanthropy

National Student Clearinghouse

Specialist, Research and Data Analytics contributing to educational research using Clearinghouse data. Collaborating with stakeholders and supporting data reports related to student outcomes.

Posted 6/27/2026full-timeHerndon • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $65,500 - $82,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Tableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work with Clearinghouse stakeholders to expand usage of Clearinghouse data
Contribute to research on student enrollment, movement, and outcomes
Collaborate with the Research Center team using Clearinghouse data for quantitative research
Support development of data reports and publications
Assist in requirements gathering and client relationship management
Manage multiple research projects/assignments simultaneously
Perform quality control checks to ensure accuracy and timeliness
Build trust with stakeholders by demonstrating consistency between words and actions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Education, Business, Data Science, Statistics, Social Sciences or any related field
2 years of direct and relevant data analysis experience
Experience and proficiency with statistical and data management programming in R
Experience with large databases, data warehouse, and data operations
Familiarity with Tableau or other data visualization software (or willingness to learn)
Excellent attention to detail, time management, and analytical skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and collaboration tools
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively on a team
Must live within a commutable distance to Herndon, VA or in one of the Clearinghouse's approved states

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance benefits
Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
Health savings account with employer contributions ($300 or $600)
Voluntary supplemental health plans (Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage, infertility coverage)
401k matching contribution program
Competitive paid leave program (vacation, sick, personal time, paid holidays)
Up to 3 weeks of paid parental leave
Up to 5 days of paid military leave per calendar year
Vacation accrual based on length of service
15 paid holidays per year
Reimbursement for wholesale company and roadside assistance memberships
Employee Education Assistance Program

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Hard Skills & Tools

data analysisstatistical programmingdata managementRdata visualizationTableaudata operationsquality controldata reportsresearch methodologies

Soft Skills

attention to detailtime managementanalytical skillsclient relationship managementcollaborationindependencetrust buildingcommunicationproject managementmultitasking