Research Associate

Based in Washington, DC, NMHC is a national association representing the interests of the larger and most prominent apartment firms in the U.S. NMHC advocates on behalf of rental housing, conducts apartment-related research, encourages the exchange of strategic business information, and promotes the desirability of apartment living. NMHC's members are the principal officers of firms engaged in all aspects of the apartment industry, including ownership, development, management, and financing. More information about the Council is available at nmhc.org.

The National Multifamily Housing Council is currently seeking a detail-oriented Research Associate with excellent writing skills to assist the research team. The associate will provide support for diverse research activities of NMHC and will report to the Chief Economist.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Assist NMHC research staff in analyzing apartment industry trends using data from government and industry sources;
• Investigate, tabulate, and analyze relevant large public and private microdata sets;
• Maintain data points provided on nmhc.org’s Research and Statistics section;
• Jointly with other research department staff and/or outside researchers, conduct research on important aspects of the apartment industry, for publications ranging from academic journals to trade press;
• Assist in collection and analysis of data from NMHC surveys including Quarterly Survey of Apartment Market Conditions, Quarterly Survey of Construction, and the annual NMHC 50 Owners and Managers;
• Assist in identifying research topics, determining the appropriate methodology and data, conducting the research, and writing up the results;
• Maintain, update, and analyze current apartment market indicators;
• Respond to research and data inquiries from NMHC staff, members, the media, and the public;
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of methods of statistical analysis;
• Knowledge of the fundamentals of economics and finance;
• Familiarity with statistical analysis software such as Stata, R or SAS;
• Experience with Excel;
• Ability to manage multiple priorities;
• Excellent time management and organizational skills;
• Ability to be an excellent collaborator as well as work independently with minimal supervision;
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to effectively communicate, both written and orally, with diverse audiences, including industry executives and analysts and the public;
• Bachelor’s degree in economics, finance, mathematics, urban planning, data science or related field.

NMHC offers a flexible, hybrid, and professional work environment with competitive compensation, excellent benefits, business casual dress, and 401K.

Please submit your resume, cover letter, salary requirements, and references to hr@nmhc.org, with the subject: Research Associate—[Your Last Name].

Only email applications will be accepted. No phone calls please. You will be contacted only if selected for an interview.

• The National Multifamily Housing Council is an equal opportunity employer.