Data Analyst: Research Scientist / Research Engineer (Open Rank)

Georgia Institute of Technology - Atlanta, GA

Full-time - Entry Level

Atlanta, GA

10,001+ employees

Educational Services

About the position

The Georgia Tech Manufacturing Institute is seeking an experienced Data Analyst to support the Georgia AIM program. This role involves gathering, analyzing, and interpreting data to quantify success metrics of Georgia AIM projects, informing leadership decisions, and communicating findings effectively. The ideal candidate will leverage strong analytical skills to translate data into actionable insights that guide strategic recommendations and demonstrate program success to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Collect, verify, and analyze economic, research, and financial data to provide insights for decision-making.
• Identify trends, anomalies, and key findings in the data to help inform leadership decisions.
• Develop and implement data collection methods and quality assurance protocols to ensure data integrity.
• Create compelling data visualizations and reports that effectively communicate key insights and recommendations to leadership and stakeholders.
• Prepare reports on grant activities, website content, white papers, and other documents that clearly present data-driven insights.
• Manage the preparation of financial-related reports and schedules with a focus on clarity and accuracy.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including faculty, students, postdocs, and staff to support research initiatives.
• Support proposal development teams by aggregating data, creating visualizations, and providing technical writing for grant applications and proposals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in data analysis and interpretation.
• Proficiency in data visualization tools and techniques.
• Experience in economic, research, and financial data analysis.
• Ability to communicate complex data insights clearly and effectively.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree in a relevant field.
• Experience with grant writing and proposal development.
• Familiarity with artificial intelligence and manufacturing innovations.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Opportunities for professional development and collaboration with leading researchers.