Research Associate
Hollistergroup
Newton, MA · Posted October 30, 2026
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About the job
Research Associate
Our client, a mission-driven organization in the behavioral health and education space, is seeking a Research Associate for a highly visible, dual-focus role. The position combines applied research and program evaluation with human-subjects protections and IRB administration. It suits someone who enjoys managing varied priorities, including evaluation, compliance, systems, consultation, and operational support, while helping teams turn questions into actionable insights and ethically sound research practices.
Compensation: $30/hour*
*Listed not guaranteed – potential offers vary based on experience level, qualifications, and internal equity and may be outside of this range.
This is a full-time (40 hours/week) contract-to-hire opportunity with a hybrid schedule in Newton, MA, onsite Tuesday through Thursday.
Responsibilities
Partner with stakeholders to design quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods research and evaluation plans aligned with program, funder, and organizational needs
Analyze findings and present them through reports, data visualizations, and stakeholder-ready deliverables
Support research workflows and data collection, including survey and database administration (Qualtrics, REDCap)
Serve as a resource on research design, evaluation strategy, and research operations across multiple projects
Manage IRB operations end to end, including protocol intake, reviewer workflow, amendments, documentation, and tracking
Apply human-subjects protections guidance and support compliance with 45 CFR Part 46 and institutional requirements
Advise faculty, staff, and students on research ethics, IRB expectations, and best practices
Requirements
Master’s degree preferred in applied social science, program evaluation, public health, education research, data science, or a related field
3 to 5+ years of applied research or program evaluation experience, depending on degree level
Working knowledge of human-subjects protections, research ethics, and compliance, including the Common Rule (45 CFR Part 46)
Quantitative skills (R, Excel, or similar) across the data lifecycle, including quality control, documentation, de-identification, and analysis preparation
Qualitative research experience, including structured coding (NVivo or similar)
Hands-on experience building surveys in Qualtrics and managing data in REDCap
Ability to explain technical and regulatory concepts to audiences with mixed expertise
Organized and adaptable, with the ability to manage shifting priorities in a collaborative, matrixed environment
Our Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging
The Hollister Group is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people who are under-represented in their respective occupation or position.
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