Research Analyst

Greater Memphis Economic Research Group (GMERG)

Memphis, TN

Date Posted:
January 20, 2026

Closing Date:
March 6, 2026

The Greater Memphis Economic Research Group (GMERG) team is seeking a detail-oriented and analytically driven Research Analyst to support the Chamber’s economic, workforce, and community development initiatives. This role plays a key part in transforming complex data into actionable insights that guide business attraction, retention, and strategic decision-making across the Greater Memphis region.

The ideal candidate combines technical expertise in data visualization and database management with a passion for advancing the region’s economic prosperity through high-quality research and analysis.

• Design, build, and maintain interactive Tableau dashboards for internal and public-facing reports.
• Develop and optimize SQL queries to extract, manage, and analyze data from CRM and other database systems.
• Integrate data from multiple sources and APIs to automate dashboard updates and reporting workflows.
• Conduct detailed data analysis to support economic, workforce, and community development projects.
• Develop reports, presentations, and visualizations that effectively communicate findings to internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with other Chamber departments to provide data-driven research support.
• Clean, transform, and validate data for accuracy, consistency, and reliability.
• Support automation of data processes through scripting (e.g., Python, R) and API connections.
• Document methodologies, data sources, and update procedures to ensure transparency and reproducibility.
• Contribute to the ongoing design and enhancement of GMERG dashboards and databases to improve usability and insight delivery.

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Public Administration, Data Analytics, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field. (Master’s degree preferred).
• 2–4 years of experience in research, data analytics, or data visualization roles.
• Proficiency in Tableau (or similar visualization tools) and SQL for data querying and management.
• Experience connecting APIs and automating data integration workflows.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and understanding of data governance best practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights.

Preferred:

• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics CRM or other relational database systems.
• Proficiency in Python or R for automation and data analysis.
• Familiarity with Lightcast, IMPLAN, or similar economic and workforce data tools.
• Experience with cloud database environments (e.g., Azure SQL, Snowflake).
• Knowledge of REST APIs and data integration best practices.
• Basic understanding of geospatial tools (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS).

The Greater Memphis Economic Research Group (GMERG) is the research division of the Greater Memphis Chamber. GMERG delivers data-driven insights that inform economic strategy, workforce initiatives, and community advancement across the Greater Memphis region. Through innovative research and applied analytics, GMERG empowers business leaders, educational institutions, and community partners to make informed decisions that strengthen our regional economy.