Research Analyst

Research Analyst

Do you get a kick out of uncovering insights from piles of data? Are you the type who thrives on making the complex simple and turning research into action? Is your happy place filled with charts, graphs, and metrics?

If this sounds like you, we d love to hear from you!

Impact Research

The Impact Research Team (IRT) is part of NCBiotech s Business Intelligence & Analytics (BIA) unit. IRT serves as organization-wide advisors on business intelligence, content and knowledge management, information tools, and workflows. The team develops services that measure and report both NCBiotech s impact on the life sciences ecosystem and the impact of the life sciences industry in North Carolina.

The Research Analyst drives informed decision-making and strategic growth at NCBiotech by delivering professional research services, managing data resources, and supporting relationship management across the organization.

Essential Duties

• Provide research and data support across all NCBiotech units.
• Deliver in-depth research reports on topics like NCBiotech impact metrics, life sciences market research, competitive intelligence, economic development, and public policy.
• Interview clients to understand their needs and advise on the best approach.
• Extract, analyze, and report critical information from various sources.
• Present results through documents, visualizations, spreadsheets, presentations, or in-person meetings depending on the need.
• Train staff on data and research-related tools and processes.
• Consult on information and data management projects across the organization.
• Participate in teams and committees.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

[Required] These skills are a must-have:

• Research: Expertise in advanced search techniques across research databases, search engines, and online tools with proficiency in searching government and business databases.
• Data Analysis & Visualization: Strong Excel skills and experience with visualization tools and techniques.
• Attention to Detail: Focused on detail and accuracy.
• Time Management: Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Microsoft Office: High proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications.

[Preferred] Bonus points if you have:

• Experience working with large data sets, Tableau or Power BI, GIS data mapping, content management systems (Drupal/WordPress), and CRM systems (HubSpot).

• Familiarity with scientific, biological, and financial terminology.

• Familiarity with emerging technologies like AI.
• Experience in survey and assessment design.

Minimum Education & Experience

• A master s degree in library science or equivalent degree from an ALA-accredited institution.
• Two years of experience in a setting that requires answering complex industry or market questions and performing literature/database searches; experience in analyzing and communicating results of searches; data management; advising clients on available information resources and how to effectively leverage them, preferably in an economic development or business environment.

OR

• A bachelor's degree in a related field and 5+ years of relevant experience

About NCBiotech

The North Carolina Biotechnology Center is a private, state-funded non-profit with a mission to advance life sciences in North Carolina.

Salary and Benefits

Minimum salary: $69,000. Salary commensurate with experience. Benefits offered include 23 days of PTO plus 10 holidays and a floating holiday of your choosing per year. Generous sick, bereavement and volunteer leave are also provided. The Center has a commitment to continuous learning and development, expecting 5% of employee time spent on related activities. Attendance and participation in professional associations is expected and supported.

How to Apply

Apply with a cover letter and resume through our website. This position will be open until filled, early application is encouraged. Prior applicants do not need to reapply.

NCBiotech provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.