Research Manager

The Data Center Coalition (DCC) is the membership association for the data center industry, empowering and championing the data center community through public policy advocacy, thought leadership, stakeholder outreach, and community engagement. Data centers are the backbone of the modern economy, and our members are investing tens of billions of dollars in capital in new data center facilities across the country to meet unprecedented demand for the digital services that have become increasingly central to Americans’ daily routines and how we live.

About the Role and Opportunity

The Research Manager is responsible for the development and implementation of research projects and initiatives. In this new role, the Research Manager will manage and support DCC research initiatives by leading research projects, analyzing industry data, and delivering strategic, actionable insights. Reporting to DCC’s VP of Communications, and working collaboratively with other DCC staff and members, this role will ensure accurate, timely, quality, and data-driven research and resources that address the evolving needs of the data center industry and its stakeholders. This is a remote position. Occasional travel (up to 15%) to engage DCC members and manage DCC hosted meetings, conferences, and events.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee research projects from inception to completion, ensuring they align with DCC goals and objectives.
• Manage external vendors that DCC may engage to complete special research projects and tasks.
• Analyze and interpret external and member data to draw actionable insights.
• Partner with DCC staff and members to determine research needs and integrate research findings into member and public-facing communications and materials.
• Prepare, edit, and distribute research reports, presentations, webinars, and updates for DCC staff, members, and industry stakeholders.
• Prepare and manage research budgets, maintain research databases, and report archives.
• Ensure compliance with ethical standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
• Support and attend DCC meetings and events, as required.
• Other tasks as assigned. This position’s duties are subject to evolve over time as the needs of the organizations change.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of demonstrated experience in research, data collection, and analysis.
• Extensive experience in research design and methodologies, with proven track record of managing and leading research projects.
• Knowledge of statistical methods, statistical applications, and data tabulation.
• Ability to manage competing projects and deadlines.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Tact diplomacy, with the ability to maintain confidentiality, professionalism, composure, and discretion.
• Enthusiastic, flexible, and diligent self-starter.
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to liaise with internal and external personnel.
• Experience with Microsoft Office products (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Planner, SharePoint, etc.).
• Knowledge of industry-specific software and tools, including data analysis and statistical software.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to communicate complex information clearly.
• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Familiarity with ethical standards and regulatory guidelines.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a trade association, chamber of commerce, research organization, or nonprofit in a similar role.
• Knowledge of or experience with data centers or related industries.
• College degree in business, economics, psychology, or sociology.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 401K matching
• Vacation and sick leave that start accruing on Day 1

Pay

National Remote Salary Range: $70,000 – $100,000 base per year. Please note: The high end of this range is reserved for candidates residing in premier cost-of-living metropolitan markets.

Schedule

• Full-time position
• Remote work with occasional travel (up to 15%)

Must be eligible to work in the United States.