Researcher - Mission Data & Insights

We know that honoring and empowering our nation's veterans is more than just a cause—it's a calling. When you join Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP), you're committing to making a difference, and we make a commitment to you: helping you find that spark, ignite your passion to serve, and embark on a career with meaning and purpose.

About the role

The Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) Researcher - Mission Data & Insights supports internal and collaborative research initiatives including methodological design, data collection and analysis, and the composition of technical and non-technical manuscripts, reports, and presentations. The Researcher works closely with other Mission Data & Insights teammates to support organizational priorities related to the measurement of the impact and outcomes of WWP programs designed to connect, serve, and empower wounded warriors and their families.

Responsibilities

• Work within an interdisciplinary team to propose, design, and implement all phases of research projects, leveraging valid and relevant resources.
• Collect and synthesize publicly available data to identify benchmark standards such as Census, VA, Bureau of Labor Statistics, and other reference points for internal programs.
• Analyze and query internal data sources to develop data-driven insights.
• Conduct and document systematic literature reviews to inform programs and broader WWP efforts.
• Effectively communicate research findings, implications, and recommendations through different modes such as manuscripts, brief reports, multimedia presentations, and workshops to a variety of audiences both technical and non-technical.
• Draft, edit, revise, and proofread technical data for use in articles, talking points, presentations, research products, and other WWP materials.
• Support research data quality efforts including evaluating datasets for completeness and accuracy and combining and structuring data for analysis.
• Prioritize projects and assignments to meet organizational deadlines and priorities.
• Collaborate with the Mission Data & Insights Impact Evaluation team and other departments in the organization to gather and interpret complex data.
• Serve as an internal resource and subject matter expert (SME) regarding statistical best practices and analyses.
• Attend and actively participate in required training and/or meetings, including but not limited to New Teammate Orientation, WWP Cares, ASIST Suicide Prevention training, Leadership training, culture/team-based training, or departmental huddles.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Four years of research experience including designing studies and analyzing data.
• Four years of experience composing manuscripts for publication.
• Bachelor's degree in relevant field of study. Equivalent combination of education, experience, training, or certification may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Ability to obtain ASIST Certification within 1 year of hire.

Preferences

• Two years of experience working with SAS.
• Two years of experience working in a nonprofit organization.
• Master's degree in relevant field of study.
• ASIST Certification.

Skills

• Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative, team-oriented work environment.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills with particular expertise in communicating research findings and data to broad audiences.
• Strong analytical skills, including expertise in data analysis.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment in a timely and well-organized manner while maintaining a strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to compile, organize, and synthesize information obtained through research into coherent and professional summaries and narratives.
• Proficiency conducting research using electronic and print reference materials.
• Demonstrated record of initiative, critical thinking, problem solving, and adaptability.
• Ability to manage several projects simultaneously and under pressure of deadlines.
• Comfortable working independently and also willing to seek feedback and/or input from others.
• Familiarity with relevant areas such as veterans' issues, veteran service organizations, and/or nonprofits.
• High level of proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office suite of applications, i.e., Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• High energy level, self-starter; willing to take initiative.
• Unequivocal commitment to the highest standards of personal and business ethics and conduct.
• Mission-driven, guided by core values, and a pleasure to work with.

Benefits

• Flexible hybrid work schedule (three days in the office, two days' work from home).
• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for both teammates AND family members.
• Competitive pay and performance incentives.
• 401(k)-retirement plan.
• Competitive PTO package, Sick Leave, Family Care Leave, Paid Holidays, Birthday Holiday.
• Education Assistance and Teammate Wellness Program.
• Bereavement Leave.
• Life/AD&D, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, and Employee Assistance Program.

Pay

For Chicago, IL Applicants: The estimated hiring range for this position is between $75,219 - $94,024 annual base salary, subject to a candidate's combination of experience, qualifications, and credentials. This position may also be eligible for an annual performance incentive.

Schedule

• General office environment; temperature controlled.
• Up to 5% travel.