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 2019-2024 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.
Fors Marsh is seeking an intelligent and motivated research associate to work as part of our Military Analytics research team. Our Military Analytics team bridges the gap between traditional social science and data science, leveraging innovative analytic tools for research committed to improving the health and well-being of Service members and DoD personnel. Specifically, this position is a research role supporting our suicide prevention portfolio, including quantitative analytic efforts, data visualization, policy review, and report writing. This job is best suited for someone who enjoys integrating and analyzing data, working with public-facing documents, is comfortable working with sensitive topics, and enjoys working collaboratively with team members and clients.
• Supporting all aspects of the research process, including literature searches, analysis planning, data cleaning, data analysis and interpretation, and reporting.
• Writing and reviewing written reports and professional briefings that summarize research findings to non-technical and technical audiences.
• Collaborate on data visualizations and other formats to present complex ideas to diverse audiences.
• Work under tight deadlines to fulfill client requests.
• Communicating with individuals at various government agencies and policy offices to understand their informational needs and gain access to data sources.
• Assisting a team of data and social scientists to collect and explore, aggregate, analyze quantitative and qualitative data sets through a variety of techniques.
• Upholding the highest standards of quality control for yourself and others.
• Bachelor’s degree in social science, statistics, public health, economics, or a related field and 2 years of applied research experience. We will accept a combination of both applied research experience and education.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills.
• Ability to work effectively independently, and as a team member.
• Knowledge of at least one or more statistical programming packages (R highly preferred).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office® products (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, and Excel®).
• Applicants may 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.
• Applicants must be comfortable working with sensitive topics such as sexual assault and suicide.
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.
$65,000-$72,500
Research Associate I
Remote, United States Residents only
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.
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What We Do
Work with purpose. At FMG, we are deeply committed to helping people make better decisions. Society’s greatest challenges won’t be solved on a whim. That’s why we collaborate with our partners and clients to find creative solutions to complex problems through research and strategy to create lasting change. From individuals to institutions, we’re deeply invested in the change we want to see.
By delivering behavioral expertise within eight key markets—technology, consumer behavior, policy, health, homeland security, defense, finance, and elections—we’re not just committed to the project; we’re committed to the problem. Our work helps people make better choices. And if we can help them choose better, we can help them live better.
If you’re curious, adaptable, and want to change the world, you might do well here. FMG is a place of growth and change for thinkers and doers from all walks of life. Our ambition to make the world better for people begins with a workplace that’s better for people. To ensure every voice is heard, we founded the Driving Inclusion and Valuing Equity (DIVE) Committee, Racial Equity Team, and Affinity Groups, as well as sponsor an annual Indigenous Internship Program.
As a certified B Corporation, we partner, lead, and serve our clients, staff, and community through honesty, stewardship, and equity. And as a Climate Neutral Certified organization, we continue to make bold choices and drive innovation moving forward in our goal to become net-zero by 2030. Our commitment to solving economic, social, and environmental problems can be seen in every fraction of our business. Join our team and learn what it’s like to use business as a force for good.
