Role 01
Research Associate
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Nonprofit Research careers
Nonprofit Research Jobs
Nonprofit research professionals design studies, analyze information, communicate findings and support policy, program and philanthropic decisions.
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Career overview
Produce evidence that informs mission-driven action
Nonprofit research jobs appear across nonprofits, foundations, schools, universities, healthcare organizations, associations and other public-benefit institutions. Titles and responsibilities differ by organization size and structure, so candidates should compare the actual scope rather than relying on title alone.
Role 02
Research Analyst
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Role 03
Research Director
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Role 04
Qualitative Researcher
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Role 05
Survey Research Manager
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Capabilities employers value
Prepare for the work behind the title
Strong applicants connect relevant experience to the organization’s mission and operating environment. Applications should show sound judgment, dependable execution, clear communication and evidence of results.
- research design
- literature review
- data collection
- analysis
- accessible communication
Requirements vary. Review education, travel, technology, schedule and location expectations before applying, and do not assume that similar titles carry identical responsibilities.
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Reach professionals who understand mission-driven work
A useful posting explains why the role exists and what success looks like. Include compensation, location or remote eligibility, reporting relationships, supervisory responsibility, essential duties and the first-year priorities.
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Current opportunities
Nonprofit Research Jobs on Foundation List
Results use a focused title search. Employers may use related titles, so broaden your search carefully when the exact listing set is limited.
One Hundred Miles
Oct, 01
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
Sep, 28
DreamYard
Sep, 28
Land Together
Sep, 28
Results for America
Sep, 28
Civic Joy Fund
Sep, 26
Association for Death Education and Counseling
Sep, 25
Democracy Now! Productions
Sep, 25
The Community Group Inc.
Sep, 25
Mandela Partners
Sep, 24
Campaign Legal Center
Sep, 24
Foundation for the Mid South
Sep, 24
The Connecticut Mirror
Sep, 23
Suncoast Jazz Festival
Sep, 23
APHSA
Sep, 22
National Health Law Program
Sep, 22
Development & Communications Manager
Part-time
Room: A Sketchbook for Analytic Action
Sep, 21
Immigration Staff Attorney
A Full-time Job
Her Justice
Sep, 18
Case Manager
A Full-time Job
Center for Veterans Issues, Inc.
Sep, 17
CSR & Communications Manager
A Full-time Job
Novum Energy Trading Inc
Sep, 17
Membership & Programs Coordinator
A Full-time Job
Wethersfield Foundation, Inc.
Sep, 16
Development Coordinator
A Full-time Job
BreakthroughT1D (formerly known as JDRF)
Sep, 16
Executive Director
A Full-time Job
Growth Partners Arizona
Sep, 16
Center for Social Sector Leadership / Packard Foundation
Sep, 15
Communications and Partnership Lead
A Full-time Job
HEAL Palestine
Sep, 15
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Questions and answers
Frequently asked questions about nonprofit research
What do professionals in nonprofit research do?
Responsibilities vary by organization, but the work commonly includes research design, literature review, data collection and collaboration with colleagues, leaders and external partners.
How can I find nonprofit research jobs?
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How should employers recruit for nonprofit research roles?
Describe the responsibilities, decision authority, reporting relationship, compensation, workplace expectations and the outcomes the new employee will be expected to support.