Research Analyst

As a Research Analyst at the Lighthouse Institute, you will play a pivotal role in managing and analyzing data that drives meaningful insights in research and program evaluation. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a passionate and detail-oriented analyst to contribute to cutting-edge projects by working with statistical software, transforming raw data into actionable results, and collaborating with senior team members on impactful reports and publications. Whether you're cleaning datasets, conducting multivariate analyses, or assisting in training others on data usage, your work will support the Lighthouse Institute’s mission of advancing research and data integrity.

Chestnut Health Systems is a leading provider of integrated health care services. Since 1973, Chestnut has grown to almost 800 committed, compassionate employees providing substance use, mental health, and primary care treatment to patients in Illinois and Missouri. We provide fully integrated care for all our patients by combining behavioral health care services with our community-based primary care health centers. Chestnut also conducts research and training throughout the U.S.A.

**Please note to be considered for a position you must attach a resume, complete the application, and answer all screening questions. 

• Establish and maintain organized data management systems, including setting up databases, adhering to protocols for data entry, and managing paper files and electronic forms.
• Perform meticulous data cleaning, ensuring accuracy and consistency in data processing, and maintain detailed documentation throughout the process.
• Utilize statistical software (SPSS, R, Power BI, etc.) to conduct descriptive, univariate, and multivariate analyses such as ANOVAs, factor analyses, cluster analyses, and regressions.
• Assess the reliability and validity of data measures under the guidance of senior team members and interpret the results for key stakeholders.
• Assist in creating graphical representations and writing up results in narrative form for technical reports, presentations, and other publications.
• Collaborate with senior team members to develop and maintain training materials and resources aimed at helping staff, evaluators, and researchers effectively use data.
• Provide technical assistance and respond to data requests from internal teams and external stakeholders, ensuring all permissions and safeguards are in place.
• Actively contribute to research projects by assisting with the interpretation of statistical results, supporting responses to inquiries from project directors, researchers, and evaluators.
• Participate in the writing and creation of reports, ensuring clarity in communication and actionable insights for both internal and external audiences.
• Uphold the highest standards of confidentiality and security in managing organizational and client information, ensuring compliance with privacy standards.

• Master’s degree with coursework in statistics and research methodology, or a Bachelor’s degree with at least one year of relevant experience in the same.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, statistical software (SPSS preferred), and Windows-based applications.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to clean, manage, and analyze complex datasets.
• Experience working with SPSS syntax for data analysis preferred.
• Familiarity with multivariate statistical analyses, including ANOVAs, regressions, and cluster analyses preferred.

Are you intrigued by this job but don’t meet every single requirement? Chestnut is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you’re excited about any of our posted positions but your experience doesn’t line up perfectly, please apply anyway! We’d love to explore the possibilities with you.

Chestnut Health Systems is a leader in the effort to achieve health equity, providing high-quality health and human services in underserved communities. We deliver trauma-informed, fully integrated care by combining behavioral health with community-based primary health care. Chestnut’s research division is nationally recognized for its contribution to evidence-based practices. Our empathic and innovative employees live our mission of making a difference.

Chestnut offers a new salary structure and robust benefits!

EOE – Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. Chestnut welcomes applications from qualified individuals with recovery experience.