Research and Communications Analyst

Summary

Nexight Group is a small technical and management consulting firm serving clients across multiple topic areas. The company is seeking a Research and Communications Analyst to rapidly research and analyze complex technical topics, synthesize quantitative and qualitative information, and create clear, engaging content for technical and non-technical audiences. The role also supports client events, project scheduling, stakeholder engagement, and development of tailored solutions.

Responsibilities

• Rapidly build subject matter expertise to effectively research, analyze, synthesize, and communicate complex topics, data, and expert viewpoints at a level appropriate to the specified audience (e.g., non-technical audiences, technical experts, managers, and leadership within both government and non-government organizations)
• Write concise and engaging content for reports, roadmaps, presentations, policy briefings, fact sheets, executive summaries, training materials, and digital platforms (e.g., websites, social media, newsletters)
• Ensure technical accuracy of materials while improving grammar, punctuation, readability, style, flow, and persuasiveness to engage target audiences
• Research and analyze quantitative and qualitative data, trends, and future directions to develop insightful and accurate syntheses and visualizations of key issues
• Support the planning, coordination, and onsite execution of meetings, workshops, conferences, and other client events, including managing logistics, materials, speakers, and participant communication as needed
• Develop and track project schedules to ensure continuous progress needed to meet a known deadline
• Apply critical thinking skills to research, analyze, communicate, solve complex problems, and develop creative solutions tailored to specific clients and projects
• Engage with subject matter experts via surveys and interviews, and facilitate meetings to gather individual perspectives, clarify specific trends, reach consensus decisions, and achieve client objectives
• Perform the above duties individually and as part of a team in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment

Skills

• One of the following combinations of degree and experience: + Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, education, English, public relations, strategic communications, or a related field (e.g., a writing-heavy humanities or social science discipline) with demonstrated familiarity and/or interest in education, workforce development, manufacturing, science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and/or public policy + Bachelor's degree in engineering, mathematics, manufacturing, or related scientific fields with demonstrated experience writing for non-technical audiences
• At least one year of professional experience
• In lieu of degree requirements, the equivalent of 5 years of relevant professional experience
• Ability to quickly review, comprehend, analyze, and synthesize qualitative or quantitative data and information from various sources (such as surveys, interviews, technical and scientific reports, law and regulation, policy)
• With strict attention to detail and accuracy, communicate effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences via scannable formats (such as briefings and presentations, newsletters, executive summaries, educational content, fact sheets, memos, videos, web, and social media content)
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate tasks across project teams and maintain attention to detail while balancing competing priorities
• Ability to comfortably and professionally interact and communicate in written and verbal form with colleagues and external partners with diverse backgrounds and at all levels of seniority
• Brings curiosity, initiative, adaptability, and a willingness to contribute wherever needed; enjoys learning through hands-on experience and continuously seeks ways to improve
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to obtain a public trust clearance
• U.S. Citizenship (required due to work with government clients)
• Candidates must be willing to occasionally travel within the continental United States—most often the Washington, D.C. area—to support clients
• Applicants should also expect to travel to Nexight's offices at least once per quarter
• This is a primarily sedentary position in an environmentally controlled office setting, although moving between work areas may be required
• Manipulating a computer keyboard or mouse and operating standard office equipment is required for this position
• Additionally, in support of client meetings, conferences, workshops, and events, occasional travel and onsite support may be required, including assisting with event setup and teardown. This may involve moving, carrying, or lifting materials, equipment, boxes, or supplies weighing up to 50 pounds
• All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
• 3+ years of professional experience
• Previous professional experience working in education or workforce development (can include classroom experience)
• Previous professional experience in workforce or labor data analysis
• Previous experience supporting a federal government client or working for the federal government
• Experience conducting stakeholder consultations via interviews, focus groups, or facilitated workshops
• Previous experience in management consulting; supporting or working for a federal government client; or with professional, technical, or trade organizations

Qualifications

Must Haves

• One of the following combinations of degree and experience: + Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, education, English, public relations, strategic communications, or a related field (e.g., a writing-heavy humanities or social science discipline) with demonstrated familiarity and/or interest in education, workforce development, manufacturing, science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and/or public policy + Bachelor's degree in engineering, mathematics, manufacturing, or related scientific fields with demonstrated experience writing for non-technical audiences
• At least one year of professional experience
• In lieu of degree requirements, the equivalent of 5 years of relevant professional experience
• Ability to quickly review, comprehend, analyze, and synthesize qualitative or quantitative data and information from various sources (such as surveys, interviews, technical and scientific reports, law and regulation, policy)
• With strict attention to detail and accuracy, communicate effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences via scannable formats (such as briefings and presentations, newsletters, executive summaries, educational content, fact sheets, memos, videos, web, and social media content)
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate tasks across project teams and maintain attention to detail while balancing competing priorities
• Ability to comfortably and professionally interact and communicate in written and verbal form with colleagues and external partners with diverse backgrounds and at all levels of seniority
• Brings curiosity, initiative, adaptability, and a willingness to contribute wherever needed; enjoys learning through hands-on experience and continuously seeks ways to improve
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to obtain a public trust clearance
• U.S. Citizenship (required due to work with government clients)
• Candidates must be willing to occasionally travel within the continental United States—most often the Washington, D.C. area—to support clients
• Applicants should also expect to travel to Nexight's offices at least once per quarter
• This is a primarily sedentary position in an environmentally controlled office setting, although moving between work areas may be required
• Manipulating a computer keyboard or mouse and operating standard office equipment is required for this position
• Additionally, in support of client meetings, conferences, workshops, and events, occasional travel and onsite support may be required, including assisting with event setup and teardown. This may involve moving, carrying, or lifting materials, equipment, boxes, or supplies weighing up to 50 pounds
• All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

Nice to Haves

• 3+ years of professional experience
• Previous professional experience working in education or workforce development (can include classroom experience)
• Previous professional experience in workforce or labor data analysis
• Previous experience supporting a federal government client or working for the federal government
• Experience conducting stakeholder consultations via interviews, focus groups, or facilitated workshops
• Previous experience in management consulting; supporting or working for a federal government client; or with professional, technical, or trade organizations

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vison insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Company contributions to employee health savings accounts (HSAs)
• Company 401(k) contributions
• Profit sharing
• An annual bonus program