Research & Methodology Analyst

Company Description

At Forbes Advisor, our mission is to help readers turn their aspirations into reality. We arm people with trusted advice and guidance so they can make informed decisions they feel confident in and get back to doing the things they care about most.

We are an experienced team of industry experts dedicated to helping readers make smart decisions and choose the right products with ease. Forbes Advisor boasts decades of experience across dozens of geographies and teams, including Content, SEO, Business Intelligence, Finance, HR, Marketing, Production, Technology and Sales. The team brings rich industry knowledge to Forbes Advisor’s global coverage of consumer credit, debt, health, home improvement, banking, investing, credit cards, small business, education, insurance, loans, real estate and travel.

Job Description

The Research & Methodology Analyst will play a key role in developing, maintaining, and assuring the quality of our scoring systems that assess and rank consumer and small business products and services. The primary focus of this role is on data analysis, methodology documentation, and quality assurance of ranking models. While there is a supportive aspect of user experience research—including limited survey administration—this position emphasizes rigorous data synthesis and scoring model enhancement to drive actionable insights.

Responsibilities:

• Data Analysis & Ranking Inputs

  • Collaborate with SEO, Editorial, and Data teams to collect, organize, and analyze inputs that feed into our ranking systems
  • Evaluate quantitative and qualitative data to generate actionable insights that inform our product and service rankings.
  • Utilize statistical tools and data visualization techniques to effectively communicate findings and support decision-making.

• Scoring Model Quality Assurance & Methodology Enhancement

  • Play a central role in the quality assurance process for scoring models, ensuring that ranking outputs accurately reflect consumer and market data.
  • Identify discrepancies and recommend improvements to scoring algorithms and overall ranking logic.
  • Test and validate updates to models and methodologies prior to implementation to maintain consistency and accuracy.

• Documentation & Process Refinement

  • Draft, update, and refine detailed documentation that explains methodology, scoring logic, and ranking processes.
  • Develop clear, user-friendly guides and reports that translate complex data insights into practical recommendations.
  • Continuously evaluate and refine internal processes to enhance efficiency in data analysis and ranking model performance.

• Cross-functional Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

  • Engage with various internal teams to integrate new data sources and market trends into our assessment models.
  • Keep abreast of industry trends in methodology and data analytics to drive continuous improvement in our ranking approaches.
  • Provide periodic updates and presentations to internal stakeholders outlining key insights and methodological adjustments.

Qualifications & Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field preferred
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in data analysis, methodology development, or quality assurance preferred.
• Experience in integrating data from multiple sources to inform ranking systems or similar decision-making models is preferred
• Prior exposure to user research is beneficial but not a primary requirement.
• Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to translate complex quantitative data and methodological details into actionable insights.

Technical Skills:

• Competence in data visualization and creating comprehensive analytical reports 
• Proficiency with spreedsheets (Excel/Sheets) including pivots, lookups, array formulas; comfort auditing large, messy datasets 
• A strong analytical mindset with meticulous attention to detail 

Benefits: 

• Competitive salary
• Medical, dental and vision coverage 
• 35 Days of PTO (Including Bank Holidays)
• Every third Friday of the month off
• Disability coverage 
• Employee assistance program 
• Paid parental leave program 

Additional Information

Forbes Advisor provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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