Data Analyst

Company Description

GreatBlue Research, Inc. is a national research organization with over 40 years of experience. We provide reliable, actionable research and analytics to key players in various industries, such as Utilities, Healthcare, Consumer Packaged Goods, Agriculture, Municipalities, and Education. Our research capabilities range from focus groups and in-house call centers to quick-hit online and mobile research. Our goal is to help organizations identify, address, and improve their offerings through deep insights and comprehensive data analysis.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role located in Glastonbury, CT for a Data Analyst. We are seeking a detail-oriented Data Analyst to support our research team. In this role, you will manage data processing tasks, run meaningful analyses, and contribute to insight development that shapes client strategies and support research projects. You will work closely with project managers and clients to ensure data accuracy, analytical workflows, and high-impact reporting while still having opportunities to learn and grow.  

Key Responsibilities 

Data Management & Quality Assurance 

• Clean, manage, organize, and validate quantitative data from multiple sources (surveys, third-party datasets, digital analytics tools, etc.). 
• Perform quality checks and ensure data integrity throughout the research process (survey logic, sample quotas, data files, deliverables). 
• Troubleshoot issues during fieldwork, data collection, or analysis and escalate when needed. 
• Manage data weighting, sample balancing, dataset merging, and other methodological tasks. 

Statistical Analysis & Advanced Analytics 

• Assist in running descriptive analyses and basic statistical tests (open-end coding, frequencies, crosstabs, significance testing, etc.). 
• Assist with advanced analytics tasks (segmentation, predictive modeling, regression, forecasting models or trend projections, etc.) depending on project needs. 
• Design analytical frameworks and statistical approaches to support project needs. 

Insight Generation, Visualization, and Reporting 

• Interpret results (trends, patterns, and key drivers of consumer behavior) and help translate data into actionable insights and recommendations. 
• Contribute to the narrative development of client deliverables and present findings to internal research team. 
• Support the development of dashboards and data visualizations to communicate insights effectively. 

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with research team to ensure data accuracy, interpret data results, and shape strategic recommendations and project success. 
• Ensure that insights and recommendations are aligned with client objectives and project goals. 
• Present findings to internal team in a clear and engaging manner. 

Project & Workflow Management 

• Manage multiple research projects simultaneously, balancing priorities, and ensuring timely, high-quality deliverables. 
• Maintain project calendars and ensure all data due dates, client deadlines, and internal checkpoints are clearly communicated. 
• Anticipate potential roadblocks and adjust resources or timelines proactively. 
• Document processes, maintain project trackers, and ensure project materials are organized and up to date. 
• Help establish best practices for workflow efficiency, documentation, data management, and team organization. 

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Data Science, Statistics, Marketing, Market Research, Business Analytics, or a related field. 
• 3 years of experience in data analysis, market research, or business intelligence. 
• Strong proficiency with Excel and at least one analytics tool (SPSS preferred). 
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects. 
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills. 
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work well in a team. 
• Strong understanding of statistical methods and market research principles. 
• Excellent critical-thinking skills with a passion for turning data into meaningful insights. 
• Ability to present complex information in an accessible way. 

Preferred Qualifications (Optional) 

• Experience with survey platforms (Alchemer, Qualtrics, etc.). 
• Experience with visualization platforms (Forsta - Dapresy, Power BI, etc.). 
• Familiarity with consumer insights, brand tracking, or product research. 

Benefits – GreatBlue Research offers a competitive benefit package that includes:

• 401k – Employer Matching. 
• Health Insurance. 
• Vacation and Paid Holidays. 
• Bonus based on contribution to company profitability & goal achievement. 

Competencies 

• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. 
• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs workflows and procedures. 
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. 
• Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals. 
• Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources. 
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. 
• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce. 
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values. 
• Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed. 
• Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention. 
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. 
• Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals. 
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings. 
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity. 
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans. 
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. 
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments. 
• Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities. 
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. 
• Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. 
• Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; Analyzes market and competition; Identifies external threats and opportunities; Adapts strategy to changing conditions. 
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed. 
• Visionary Leadership - Displays passion and optimism; Inspires respect and trust; Mobilizes others to fulfill the vision; Provides vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates. 
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.