Computer Science Research Assistant Jobs in Atlanta, GA

Job Posting Title

Research Analyst I

Job Description

Applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States for NCCPA as NCCPA will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas.

As a Research Analyst I, you will play a key role in supporting NCCPA’s research initiatives by collaborating on all phases of the research process, including literature review, data collection, analysis, interpretation, and dissemination. This position works closely with internal stakeholders and research leadership to ensure the delivery of accurate, high-quality data and insights that inform organizational decision-making and external reporting.

You will work closely with the Senior Director of Research and research team members to support workforce and health outcomes research, assist with survey development and administration, and contribute to publications and presentations that advance NCCPA’s mission.

Reports To: Senior Director of Research

Who We Are

National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) is the only certifying organization for physician assistants in the United States. Established as a not-for-profit organization in 1974, we are dedicated to assuring the public that board certified PAs meet established standards of clinical knowledge and cognitive skills upon entry into practice and throughout their careers. All U.S. states, the District of Columbia and the U.S. territories have decided to rely on NCCPA certification as one of the criteria for licensure or regulation of PAs.

Location: NCCPA is a hybrid work environment with our headquarters located in Johns Creek, Georgia. NCCPA has determined that the telecommuting status of this position is hybrid, which means that employees in hybrid positions are allowed to split their work hours between working remotely and working onsite at the NCCPA headquarters. The duties of this position require that the candidate report on-site to the Johns Creek headquarters, at minimum, on a weekly basis and live within the commutable distance. NCCPA has defined commutable distance as within the State of Georgia and within 85 miles of ground transportation, one-way between an employee’s primary residence and the NCCPA headquarters in Johns Creek, Georgia.

Why Work at NCCPA

We get to do meaningful work every day, and we enjoy working and having fun together! No wonder we’ve been ranked #5 out of 62 small businesses in the metro Atlanta area by the Atlanta Journal Constitution's 2025 Top Workplaces in the Region.

• Collaborate with research leadership to plan and conduct research studies.
• Support workforce and health outcomes data collection and reporting initiatives.
• Conduct literature reviews to inform study design and identify research gaps.
• Assist in survey development, testing, and administration using tools such as Qualtrics.
• Clean, prepare, and analyze data using statistical techniques (e.g., Chi-Square, T-Test, ANOVA, Logistic Regression).
• Compile reports and insights to inform internal and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to manuscripts, abstracts, charts, and presentations for publication.
• Support quality assurance efforts on research data and reporting outputs.
• Assist with external data requests in alignment with NCCPA research policies.

• A Bachelor’s degree in Research Methodology, Statistics, Public Health, Social Science, or related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience with statistical analysis software (SPSS, R, or similar).
• Familiarity with reference management tools (e.g., Zotero).
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
• Ability to manage projects from conception through completion.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Professional demeanor when working with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

• Master’s degree in Public Health, Statistics, Social Science, or related field.
• Experience in healthcare, workforce, or social science research.
• Exposure to survey design and advanced analytics techniques.
• Experience contributing to academic or professional publications.