Research Associate

Samaritan Daytop Village is seeking a detail-oriented, mission-driven Research Associate to support program evaluation and reporting for their behavioral health and transitional housing programs. The role involves collecting, cleaning, analyzing, and interpreting data to improve client outcomes and inform strategic decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Extract and clean data from Electronic Health Records (EHR); conduct descriptive statistical analyses using tools such as Excel or R
• Prepare reports, presentations, and print materials for internal stakeholders and regulatory agencies, ensuring full compliance with reporting standards
• Design and develop interactive dashboards and reports in Tableau to support internal decision-making and reporting
• Design and implement surveys and other assessment tools; conduct focus groups and summarize qualitative findings
• Collaborate with program staff to coordinate and monitor ongoing data collection efforts
• Translate findings into accessible insights for key stakeholders, including executive leadership, frontline staff, and community partners
• Participate in cross-functional meetings to align data strategy with programmatic goals
• Ensure data integrity and compliance with all relevant privacy and security regulations, including HIPAA

Skills

• 1–2 years of relevant experience, ideally within a human services or healthcare setting
• Proficiency in Excel and/or R for statistical analysis and data management
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and data accuracy
• Ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for non-technical audiences
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Passion for social impact and a deep commitment to improving outcomes for individuals affected by adversity and systemic inequities
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI

Benefits

• Full benefits package
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 25 days of paid time off
• Access to a retirement account with an employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Option to work 2 days per week remotely

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