Fair Lending Research Analyst

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Job Spec:
The Fair Lending Research Analyst reports to the Woodstock Institute's Director of Applied Research and is responsible for gathering and analyzing financial industry data using a combination of traditional methods. The Fair Lending Research Analyst works as a team with other Analyst(s) and/or Intern(s) in producing the organization's research reports and updating and maintaining Woodstock Institute's interactive data dashboard. This is a full-time, hybrid position located in Chicago.

• Data Portal Management
  • Designs, maintains, and updates interactive Tableau dashboards
  • Acquires, cleans, and manages a variety of financial industry data, including public data, qualitative survey data and large sets of quantitative Census data
  • Develops and refines processes for data collection, analysis, and visualization.
• Research Publications
  • Writes technical reports based on research findings, and policy and advocacy initiatives
  • Composes and edits research materials, including but not limited to research reports and presentations, data visualizations (tables, graphs, and charts), maps, and prepares data for publications.
  • Performs quantitative and qualitative data and statistical analysis to identify trends and patterns
  • Analyzes and maps geographic data at various levels of geography.
• Other duties, as assigned.

• Manages junior research personnel

• Master's degree in geography, economics, urban planning, or a related field, and/or at least five years of experience in fair lending analysis, applied research, and dashboard maintenance.
• ArcGIS or QGIS experience
• Must be self‑motivated, show initiative and leadership, and be able to work independently and juggle multiple tasks and deadlines effectively
• Dedication to economic and social justice issues, as evidenced by previous professional or volunteer work
• Ability to occasionally travel and attend work‑related events outside regular work hours in evenings and on weekends.

• Passion for income equality, generational wealth preservation, equal access to credit, and consumer financial protection
• Knowledge of affordable housing, Home Mortgage Disclosure Act, Fair Lending, and Community Reinvestment Act is a plus
• PMP certification a plus
• Familiarity with CSS/HTML and basic web development.

Salary depends on experience and qualifications. Compensation package includes: 4 weeks paid vacation (the office is closed between Christmas and New Year's Day, with holiday pay); dollar‑for‑dollar match up to 6% of salary on 403b retirement plan; health insurance premium 100% paid for employee, with subsidy for additional family members.

Who to contact:
Send resume, cover letter, writing sample, and list of three professional references to the Woodstock Institute Research Team leau portfolio is highly encouraged. Application materials will not be accepted via job posting platform.

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