Sarai Ryan
Channahon,IL
Summary
Detail-oriented and analytical professional with over 4 years of experience in data analysis, research, and survey lifecycle management. Proven expertise in designing and programming surveys, cleaning and analyzing large datasets, and delivering actionable insights that drive strategic decision-making. Adept at collaborating cross-functionally to meet client needs, streamline processes, and ensure data integrity. Proficient in statistical software and research tools including R, SPSS, Qualtrics, and Excel. Recognized for excellence in client satisfaction and innovative process improvements.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Data Analyst
NORC
05.2022 - 09.2024
- Conducted comprehensive data analyses to identify pain points in survey functionality, providing actionable insights to project managers.
- Prepared large datasets by cleaning, validating, and transforming data, ensuring accuracy and integrity throughout the survey lifecycle.
- Collaborated cross functionally to address client requirements, prioritize ad hoc requests, and deliver timely reports.
- Partnered with survey programmers to standardize data sources, accelerating analysis processes.
- Effectively managed competing priorities across diverse projects, typically about 10 projects a month, consistently meeting client deliverables.
- Developed comprehensive documentation of best practices to streamline tasks and reduce errors, enhancing team efficiency.
- Maintained certifications and knowledge of research ethics and privacy regulations.
Survey Research Analyst
NORC
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Worked closely with clients and teams to understand requirements and ensure adherence to client contracts.
- Managed project tasks throughout the lifecycle, including questionnaire reviews, link checks, data quality checks, and population monitoring reports, about 8 to 10 projects a month.
- Conducted data analyses to identify survey issues, collaborating with programmers to enhance response rates and operations.
- Successfully balanced multiple survey research projects, maintaining high standards and meeting tight deadlines.
- Kept up to date with research ethics and privacy compliance through regular certifications.
Research Assistant
National Center for Urban Education
05.2019 - 10.2020
- Engaged with about 20 clients to understand their needs and deliver timely, high quality project outputs.
- Managed survey lifecycles, overseeing questionnaire reviews, programming, data collection, and analysis.
- Produced data driven reports and visualizations to communicate findings on education program performance to stakeholders.
- Applied statistical, qualitative, and quantitative techniques for hypothesis testing and decision-making.
- Ensured data accuracy through meticulous cleaning and transformation, optimizing datasets for analysis.
- Maintained research ethics certifications and adhered to privacy regulations.
Research Lab Manager
Illinois State University
08.2018 - 05.2020
- Supervised a research team of six, providing training in statistical analysis and research methodologies.
- Led four end to end research projects, from design to completion, ensuring alignment with objectives and timelines.
- Authored detailed project reports and presented findings at conferences and symposia.
- Leveraged statistical methods to extract actionable insights and trends from complex datasets.
- Maintained rigorous data quality standards through thorough cleaning, validation, and preparation for analysis.
- Stayed current with research ethics and privacy requirements through continuous certification.
Education
Master of Science - Quantitative Psychology & Developmental Psychology
Illinois State University
Normal, IL05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Illinois State University
Normal, IL05.2018
Skills
- R programming
- Qualtrics
- Data analysis
- Data collection
- Statistical analysis
- Online research
- Research design
- Survey design
- Questionnaire development
- Qualitative research
- Quantitative research
- Report writing
- Project management
- Collaboration
- Client interaction
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
Accomplishments
- Innovation Award at NORC, 2022, Nomination – For development of an excel tool that expedited our email marketing process
- Team Excellence Award at NORC, 2023, Award – Awarded to my team for consistently producing 5-star client ratings for fast-moving omnibus projects
Awards
- Innovation Award at NORC (2022) – Nomination – For development of an excel tool that expedited our email marketing process
- Team Excellence Award at NORC (2023) – Award – Awarded to my team for consistently producing 5-star client ratings for fast-moving omnibus projects
Timeline
Data Analyst
NORC
05.2022 - 09.2024
Survey Research Analyst
NORC
05.2021 - 05.2022
Research Assistant
National Center for Urban Education
05.2019 - 10.2020
Research Lab Manager
Illinois State University
08.2018 - 05.2020
Master of Science - Quantitative Psychology & Developmental Psychology
Illinois State University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Illinois State University
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