Research Associate / Compensation Analyst -- Part Time & Remote
Posted 2026-05-06
Remote, USA
Full-time
Immediate Start
SmithPilot specializes in compensation consulting services for nonprofit organizations. We are looking for a Research Associate for projects on a part-time basis.
- Position responsibilities:
- Researching compensation and benefits benchmarking data from national and local surveys, publicly available IRS Form 990s, job postings, and other sources
- Evaluating and analyzing market salary data
- Reviewing job descriptions
- Researching geographic differential ranges
- Preparing exhibits of data/research for client delivery
- Other duties as required
- Essential Skills:
- Strong Excel skills required; proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive) and MS Office applications (Word, PowerPoint)
- Ability to work with large quantities of data and multiple spreadsheets while maintaining accuracy
- Excellent attention to detail; ability to review and audit data
- Strong writing and communication skills
- Must have the ability to work independently and effectively manage concurrent deadlines
- Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in compensation, benchmarking/market pricing, and data research
This is a part-time, remote, contract position, approximately 10 to 20 hours per week (generally between 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Eastern). We offer flexibility and a competitive hourly rate.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $75.00 - $85.00 per hour
- Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
- Experience:
- Microsoft Excel: 2 years (Required)
- Compensation: 2 years (Required)
- Human Resources: 2 years (Preferred)
- Language:
- English (Required)
Work Location: Remote