Post-Pandemic Leadership Research Insititute · 4 days ago
Research Associate - Startup Leadership Analytics
San Francisco Bay Area
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry Level
$60K/yr - $68K/yrPost-Pandemic Leadership Research Institute is focused on advancing research initiatives related to leadership and organizational performance in startups. The Research Associate will collaborate with senior researchers to conduct data analysis and develop insights that inform both academic research and practical guidance for startups, particularly in technology-enabled environments.
Research
No H1B
Responsibilities
Conduct quantitative analyses of structured datasets on leadership traits, behaviors, team dynamics, and organizational sustainability, employing descriptive statistics and exploratory data analysis
Support the development and application of analytical frameworks to study organizational decision-making, uncertainty, and technology adoption in startup leadership contexts
Assist in reviewing and validating data for studies involving AI-supported leadership and decision-making tools, ensuring data quality, consistency, and accuracy under supervision
Prepare and transform datasets, construct analytical variables, and organize survey and operational data for research on leadership and organizational outcomes
Leverage Python and Excel to perform data processing, maintain reproducible research workflows, and document analytical procedures in accordance with internal research standards
Collaborate with senior researchers to refine research questions, evaluate analytical outputs, and integrate feedback to enhance the rigor, clarity, and reliability of findings
Produce high-quality tables, charts, and concise analytical summaries to support internal research discussions, nonprofit reporting, and educational or training materials designed for startups
Qualification
Required
Master's degree or higher in a quantitative or analytical field, including Data Analytics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Finance, or a related area, with relevant research experience
Demonstrated proficiency in quantitative reasoning, data analysis, and statistical methodologies, acquired through academic coursework or applied research projects
Skilled in Python and Excel for data processing, exploratory analysis, and preparing reproducible analytical reports
Experience working with structured datasets and following documented analytical procedures under supervision
Strong attention to detail and ability to clearly document analytical steps, assumptions, and findings to support rigorous research
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a research team environment
Commitment to contributing to research initiatives that advance understanding of business and organizational leadership, performance, and sustainability in startup environments
Demonstrates strong ethics, integrity, accountability, and honesty, which are essential traits for conducting research
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Company
Post-Pandemic Leadership Research Insititute
Post-Pandemic Leadership Research Institute (PLRS) is a nonprofit public benefit organization founded by Dr. Yanli He, Ph.D.
Founded in 2024
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase