Researcher – Mission Data & Insights

Great benefits. Competitive pay. We know these are some of the things people look for in a job. If you’re the kind of person who believes that honoring and empowering our nation’s veterans is more than just a cause — that it’s a calling — then we’re ready to meet you. When you join Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP), you’re committing to making a difference. We make a commitment to you, too – helping you to find that spark, ignite your passion to serve, and embark on a career with meaning and purpose. At WWP™, we recognize our mission cannot be accomplished without our talented teammates, which is why we’re proud to offer benefits such as:

• A 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
• A fun, mission-focused, and collaborative team environment

A mission that matters is just the beginning, so if you’re ready to get started, we’re ready for you. 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. DUTIES & 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.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• 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 synthetize 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, gu

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