QualitativeResearchAssociate, International Development (U.S.)

About the position

The Qualitative Research Associate position at AIR's International Development Division (IDD) focuses on improving the quality of life for individuals and communities in low and middle-income countries through qualitative research. The role involves managing qualitative data, conducting research evaluations, and contributing to various development projects across multiple global regions. This position offers the flexibility of remote work within the U.S. or from specific office locations, providing an opportunity to engage in meaningful research that drives positive change.

Responsibilities

• Support efforts to collect, compile, validate, interpret, and analyze qualitative data and trends using standard research practices and techniques.
• Apply qualitative research techniques and methods.
• Work on moderately complex assignments under indirect supervision.
• Communicate project support needs and requests to senior management.
• Provide administrative support to research projects.
• Conduct literature reviews and write sections of project proposals and deliverables.
• Responsible for maintaining and checking the accuracy of data for assigned projects.
• Utilize external resources to supplement, organize, and contribute to tasks and projects.
• Participate in business development activities.
• Code and analyze qualitative data using NVivo qualitative analysis software.
• Develop interview and focus group protocols.
• Conduct interviews and focus groups.
• Travel as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 2 years of experience or Master's degree in fields such as Anthropology, Sociology, Political Science, Psychology, History, Government, Public Policy or related fields.
• Familiarity with qualitative research methods and data analysis.
• Experience working and/or doing research in other countries.
• Experience with NVivo or ATLAS.ti or other qualitative software packages.
• Excellent writing skills and proficiency within a Microsoft Windows environment.
• Flexible, self-motivated, able to manage multiple tasks efficiently, and a team player.
• Willingness to travel as needed.
• Ability to work independently on detailed assignments.
• Proficient bilingual communicator with fluency in English and French or Portuguese with strong cross-cultural written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate of $32.00
• Comprehensive Total Rewards Program
• Flexible work environment
• Opportunities for professional development and growth