Research and Communications Analyst

Nexight Group is seekingaresearch andcommunicationsanalystwithprovenexperienceinquickly becomingconversantin newtechnicaltopic areas,mainly relatedtoeducation, workforce development, and manufacturing.

The idealanalystconductsdesktop research efficiently, offerscritical analysis, synthesizesinformation to draw meaningful conclusions,andwritesoriginaland engaging contentthataccuratelytranslatescomplex information intoclear and compellingcontentforboth technical and non-technical audiences.

Nexight Group is a small technical and management consulting f irm that serves a variety of clients in many topic areas . Adaptability, critical thinking, curiosity, and taking pride in hard work are all equally important to skills and subject matter expertise . Nexight has curated a culture of professionals striving to do good work together. To learn more about the company please visit our careers page .

Applicants should have the necessary skills to perform the following job responsibilities:

• Rapidly build subject matterexpertiseto effectively research, analyze, synthesize, and communicate complex topics, data, and expert viewpointsat a levelappropriate tothe specified audience (e.g., non-technical audiences, technical experts, managers, and leadership within both government and non-government organizations)
• Write concise and engaging content for reports, roadmaps, presentations, policy briefings, fact sheets,executive summaries,training materials, and digital platforms (e.g., websites, social media, newsletters)
• Ensure technical accuracy of materials while improving grammar, punctuation, readability, style, flow, and persuasiveness to engage target audiences
• Research and analyze quantitative and qualitative data, trends, and future directions to develop insightful andaccuratesyntheses and visualizations of key issues
• Support the planning, coordination, and onsite execution of meetings, workshops, conferences, and other client events, including managing logistics, materials, speakers, and participant communication as needed
• Develop and track project schedules to ensure continuous progress needed to meet a known deadline
• Apply critical thinking skills to research, analyze, communicate, solve complex problems, and develop creative solutions tailored to specific clients and projects
• Engage with subject matter experts via surveys and interviews,andfacilitatemeetings to gather individual perspectives, clarify specific trends, reach consensus decisions, and achieveclient objectives
• Perform the above duties individually and as part of a team in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover orcontaina comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required ofthe employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Nexight's offices are in Silver Spring, MD. The position is open to in-person, remote, or hybrid candidates. Candidates must be willing to occasionally travel within the continental United States—most often the Washington, D.C. area—to support clients. Applicants should also expect to travel to Nexight's offices at least once per quarter.

This is a primarily sedentary position in an environmentally controlled office setting, although moving between workareas may be required.

Manipulating a computer keyboard or mouse and operating standard office equipment isrequiredfor this position.

Additionally,in support of client meetings, conferences, workshops, and events, occasional travel and onsite support may be required, including assisting with event setup and teardown. This may involve moving, carrying, or lifting materials, equipment, boxes, or supplies weighing up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requir ed

Education an d Experienc e

• One of the following combinations of degree and experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism,education,English, public relations, strategic communications,orarelated…