Research Associate, Organizational Research and Consulting

WHO WE ARE: At Fors Marsh, we take on issues that matter. We are a team of researchers, advisors, and communicators working together to shape the systems that shape our lives. We look at human behavior from all angles to design targeted solutions that influence decision-making and move people to action. We are committed to the problem, not just the project, and we are intentional about taking on work and forming partnerships that balance purpose, people, planet, and profit. We are a certified B Corporation, a Just employer, and a 2019-2023 Top Workplace. We hold ourselves accountable to the values that have always defined us. And those values drive us to be the best possible versions of ourselves-for each other, our communities, our clients, and the world.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR: Fors Marsh’s Human Capital and Business Advisory Services (HCBAS) practice is seeking a highly organized, experienced, intelligent, and motivated Research Associate to join our Organizational Research and Consulting (ORC) Division. This job is best suited for an individual with an industrial-organizational psychology, social psychology, organizational behavior, business or related background to contribute to research and consulting projects across a variety of government contracts. You will contribute to the execution, interpretation, and reporting of research and consulting studies employing a variety of quantitative and qualitative methodologies. The ideal candidate continuously strives to learn and develop and enjoys working in a highly collaborative environment.

*This position is a contingent hire, meaning it is contingent on Fors Marsh winning an upcoming proposal. The interview process will be the same as our standard process, the offer letter (should we decide to move forward) will serve as a letter of commitment.

Responsibilities include:

• Execute qualitative research (e.g., develop participant/moderator materials, develop interview materials, and conduct data analysis).

• Execute quantitative research (e.g., develop surveys and analysis plans, and manage data analysis).

• Execute literature reviews (e.g., conduct literature searches, generate summaries, synthesize findings).

• Assist in developing reports, briefings, and other deliverables.

• Assist in preparing research reports, briefs, presentation decks, and other external communications.

• Interact effectively with project team on a day-to-day basis and work under tight deadlines to fulfill client requests.

• Communicate effectively with clients with varying ranges of research knowledge and experience.

• Balance roles and responsibilities across multiple concurrent studies and/or tasks including roles with task management oversight.

Qualifications:

• Advanced degree (e.g., MA, MS, PhD) in social/behavioral science, business and administration, or other related technical or liberal arts field.

• At least 2 years of research and/or consulting experience.

• Training in and understanding of qualitative and quantitative research methods.

• Interest in applied research, with an ability to think creatively to solve tangible organizational behavior problems through research.

• Exceptional interpersonal skills.

• Strong verbal and written communications skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.

• Strong data analysis skills (descriptive and inferential analyses).

• Ability to work independently and effectively on a team while managing multiple assignments simultaneously.

• Ability to work with ambiguity with an aptitude for problem solving and creativity.

• Demonstrated ability to work under tight deadlines and deliver effective recommendations.

• Experience presenting statistical analysis results to groups with non-data backgrounds.

• Applicants will be subject to a low-level government security investigation and must meet eligibility criteria for access to sensitive information.

• US Citizenship is required for this position due to our federal contract requirement. 

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience in applied research and/or consulting as part of a government contract.

• Experience working with government agencies such as DoD, DoS, HHS, USDA or similar preferred.

• Experience in business development (e.g., contributing to proposal writing).

• Demonstrated leadership and team building capabilities.

• Strong knowledge of syntax/code in statistical software packages.

We Offer:

Our benefits typically meet or exceed our competitors’ packages. Ways we are unique?

• Ability to make an impact on people’s lives, both internal and external to the organization.

• Top-tier health, dental, vision, and long and short-term disability coverage all covered at 100% for employee coverage.

• Remote work.

• Our company culture, which values balance and allows each employee to take leave as they require it to balance the responsibilities of both their work and home lives without worrying about depleting their available leave hours.

• We provide a floating holiday bank so you can celebrate the days you value.

• Generous matching retirement contributions and no vesting period starting the third month of employment.

• Dedicated training and development budgets to expand your expertise and grow your skillset.

• You can volunteer your way with paid time off.

• You can participate in Fors Marsh staff-led affinity groups.

• Our employees receive product and service discounts through the certified B Corp network.

Contingent hire position status.

Salary: $66,000-$85,000

Location: Remote, United States Residents only

EOE: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran