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Research Analyst

Location: Hartford, CT
Date Opened: 6/9/2026 12:00:00 AM

Salary: $80,254 - $103,746/year (*New State employees start at minimum)

Job Type: Open to the Public

Close Date: 6/22/2026 11:59:00 PM

 

Do you want to utilize your skills and make a difference? Are you looking to take the next step in your career?  If so, please read on to learn more about this exciting opportunity!


 

The State of Connecticut, Department of Aging and Disability Services (ADS), Bureau of Aging (BOA) is presently recruiting for a Research Analyst to join our team.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Work Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week, 7:30am - 4:00pm, typically Monday - Friday 
  • Location: Hartford, CT
  • Position Number: 34459
  • Please note: This position requires both in state and out of state travel.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

 

THE ROLE:

This Research Analyst position will be responsible for assisting with all required Management Information Systems (MIS) work for the BOA, including statewide data collection, analysis, reporting and evaluation as well as technical support, under the direction of the BOA’s Associate Research Analyst.

Job duties include but are not limited to:
 

  • Assist the Associate Research Analyst with data collection and analysis;
  • Implement data collection tools including survey methodologies;
  • Provide statistical and data analysis and the evaluation of qualitative and quantitative data;
  • Provide technical support to staff and contractors for their data collection and reporting;
  • Extract, apply and analyze data from multiple data sources including the Census Bureau and American Community Survey data to identify population needs for the State Plan on Aging and grant applications;
  • Assist the Associate Research Analyst with the preparation and submission of the annual State Performance Report to the federal Administration for Community Living.

 

Our ideal candidates are self-starting individuals who are able to work both independently and as well as in a team-oriented environment. In addition, candidates shall demonstrate logical judgment, be detail oriented, and have the ability to think globally.

 

MORE ABOUT THE AGENCY:

The Mission of the Department of Aging and Disability Services (ADS) is to maximize opportunities for the independence and well-being of people with disabilities and older adults in Connecticut. Our programs, policies and practices are designed to:

  • Deliver aging and disability services responsive to the needs of Connecticut citizens;
  • Provide leadership on aging and disability issues statewide;
  • Provide and coordinate aging and disability programs and services in the areas of employment, education, independent living, accessibility and advocacy;
  • Advocate for the rights of Connecticut residents with disabilities and older adults;
  • Serve as a resource on aging and disability issues at the state level.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Six (6) years of professional experience in research, data analysis or economics.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

  • College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.
  • A Master's degree in economics, statistics or a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.
  • Successful completion of a Connecticut Careers Trainee program approved by the Department of Administrative Services may be substituted for the General Experience.