Research Analyst Assistant

Research Analyst Assistant

About Intuitive Machines

Intuitive Machines is an innovative and cutting-edge space company making cislunar space accessible to both public and private customers. Our mission is to further science and exploration, communications, and economic progress from the Earth to the Moon and beyond. With the first commercial lunar landing in history, multiple NASA lunar missions in development, and additional private missions on our manifest, we pride ourselves in supporting our customers and the nation in paving the way to return humans to the surface of the Moon. Our world-class team includes experts in all aspects of spacecraft subsystems design, development, and test, on-orbit operations, and safety.

Responsibilities:

• Assists in identifying and compiling sources of quantitative data related to the needs of a particular project; manipulates various electronic forms of data (e.g., SQL, Excel, DBS, Text) into a single usable format (e.g., SPSS) and submits it to the appropriate parties.
• Assists in prioritizing data acquisition for supported projects and general research needs to ensure timely delivery of data. 
• Utilizes statistical methods to analyze management problems and/or policy implications; assist s evaluators in the development of measurement tools.
• Analyzes and summarizes data, provided by senior project staff, from local, county, state, and federal agencies in a variety of electronic formats; runs preliminary analyses using standard descriptive statistical procedures to better identify flaws, errors, inconsistencies, or gaps in the data field within the database. 
• Works collaboratively with senior researchers and assists with data archiving and management procedures for datasets collected; coordinates, cleans, and analyzes data.
• Assists in the review of source data and validates data integrity, using guidelines and procedures defined by the Project Manager; normalizes datasets to formats amenable to broad dissemination and preservation using appropriate software tools (e.g., MS Access, MS Excel, SPSS). 
• Assists the Project Manager assigned to a specific research project; focusing particularly on specialized needs for numeric datasets, data formats, or special data analysis requirements. Creates and maintains databases utilizing various computer programming languages or user-oriented software, such as SPSS or SAS. 
• Utilize micro-computer programs, such as Excel, Access, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint. 
• Enters data into, reviews, and maintains databases utilizing Microsoft programs, such as Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint, and Visio. 
• Working under general direction, develops survey or data extraction instruments in a hardcopy format for use in the field that can be easily transferred into an electronic format as a measurement tool. 
• Performs independent studies, internet and library searches on relevant subjects.
• Develops, implements, and coordinates an effort to develop industrial sponsors and partnerships to support the research mission of the Institute. Assists with literature reviews; identifying relevant prior research, instruments, or data sources as required for projects or activities. 
• Develops a rapport and credibility with contacts at agencies or facilities relevant to research activities. 
• Represents ASU during on-site visits while performing data collection activities; may serve as the direct contact with participating agencies/organizations with whom data collection efforts would require assistance.
• Assists with the preparation, production, and presentation of written reports that may include: progress of study, data summaries, documented findings, literature reviews, bibliographies, or other study related updates and/or evaluations. Assists with the preparation of tables and graphs from statistical analysis software package (e.g., SPSS) output, for use in technical reports, academic journal articles, or PowerPoint presentations. 
• May also prepare report briefs for a given project, as needed. 
• May perform or assist in the delivery of presentations, write articles and technical reports.
• Maintains direct contact with personnel of various outside organizations and university departments associated with scheduled function/program. Attends seminars, workshops and conferences. 
• Provides assistance and information to faculty, staff and outside organizations regarding function/program.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in a field related to area of assignment AND one year of related experience; OR,Any equivalency combination of education and or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved
• Knowledge of formats for numeric data and experience in converting and normalizing numeric data formats. Knowledge of at least one statistical analysis software application for managing and analyzing numeric data (e.g., SPSS, SAS, Stata).
• Knowledge of academic research environment. Knowledge of data collection and analysis methods, techniques, and procedures. Knowledge of metadata standards used to describe numeric datasets and codebooks. Skill in effective interpersonal and written communication. Skill in project management and time management.
• Ability to work in a diversified environment and maintain effective interpersonal relationships. Ability to meet project deadlines and stay organized. Ability to travel via car to local, off-site locations to collect data. 

US EEO Statement

Intuitive Machines is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.