BCT Partners - Research and Evaluation Analyst

BCT Partners is a management consulting firm that tackles complex social problems through data analytics and innovative solutions. The Research & Evaluation Analyst supports the design and execution of research and evaluation projects, contributing to all phases of the evaluation and analytics process, and works collaboratively with internal teams and clients to translate complex data into actionable insights.

Responsibilities:

• Support the development of evaluation frameworks, research designs, and assessment approaches
• Contribute to framing evaluation questions and translating them into analytic approaches
• Conduct literature reviews and background research to inform study design and interpretation
• Prepare, clean, and manage datasets for analysis, including working with large and complex administrative data (Least)
• Assess data quality, identify limitations, and support efforts to improve data usability
• Conduct quantitative and/or qualitative analyses using appropriate methods and tools
• Contribute to the development, testing, and refinement of analytics models, including precision causal modeling, aligned with evaluation questions
• Generate insights from data and contribute to findings reports, memos, and presentations
• Develop data visualizations and dashboards to communicate results effectively
• Translate analytic findings into clear, actionable insights for both technical and non-technical audiences
• Leverage a range of analytic tools (e.g., statistical software, visualization platforms) to support analysis and reporting
• Utilize AI-assisted tools and emerging technologies to enhance efficiency in data processing, research synthesis, and development of reporting products
• Collaborate with internal team members, clients, and subject matter experts to understand data, context, and project goals
• Support client engagements by contributing to deliverables and participating in working sessions
• Communicate clearly and effectively in both written and verbal formats
• Support multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Contribute to the timely completion of deliverables aligned with project scope and quality expectations
• Perform other related tasks in support of project and organizational goals

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or graduate degree in social science, public policy, public health, data science, or a related field
• At least 3 years of relevant professional experience in research, evaluation, or data analysis (including internships or applied research experience)
• Familiarity with quantitative and/or qualitative research methods
• Experience working with datasets, including cleaning, organizing, and analyzing data
• Exposure to statistical or data analysis tools (e.g., R, Python, SPSS, SAS, Excel, Knime)
• Understanding of program evaluation concepts, including measurement, indicators, and study design
• Ability to support development of data collection tools (e.g., surveys, interview guides)
• Interest in applied research in human services, public policy, or related fields
• Comfort working with complex, incomplete, or evolving datasets and problem definitions
• Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively in writing and when speaking
• Ability to explain technical concepts and findings clearly to non-technical audiences
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Proficiency with computer, Internet, Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Experience with video meetings/conferencing (e.g., Zoom, Adobe, MS Teams)
• Ability to adapt quickly to new applications
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)
• Experience with SharePoint and Monday.com
• Familiarity with or openness to using AI tools to support research, analysis, and knowledge synthesis