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Research Analyst
Location : Kerala | Work from Home
Job type : Full Time | Remote
Experience : 0-2 Years
Edcom is a research-led firm studying the economics of education and global talent markets. We analyse education as a long-term human capital decision shaped by labor markets, geopolitics, and institutional signaling.
Edcom is a research-led advisory firm studying the economics of education and global talent markets. We analyze education as a long-term human capital decision, shaped by:
- Labor markets
- Geopolitics
- Institutional signaling
We build decision intelligence systems that help individuals make high-stakes career decision with clarity.
The Research Analyst will be responsible for conducting in-depth market research, analyzing data, preparing reports, and synthesizing insights. You will work closely with the founders to:
- Support ongoing research
- Produce structured, high-quality insights
- Translate complex information into clear, usable outputs
This role sits at the intersection of:
- Research
- Structured thinking
- Communication
Key tasks include evaluating education systems, identifying trends, and contributing to strategic recommendations that support evidence-based decision-making in the education sector. The role involves collaborating with internal teams and other stakeholders to support the company’s mission.
Key Responsibilities
1. Research & Insights
- Conduct deep research across: Education systems, Job markets and Countries and immigration pathways
- Analyze how different variables interact across geographies and domains
- Work with defined parameters and hypotheses to build structured understanding
- Synthesize large amounts of information into clear, relevant insights
2. Structured Thinking & Output
- Convert research into: Clear frameworks, Comparable insights and Decision-oriented summaries
- Create clean, well-structured presentations (Canva or similar tools)
- Contribute to building internal knowledge systems and research frameworks
- Ensure clarity, logic, and consistency in all outputs
3. Strategy Management
- Execute growth initiatives and organizational priorities
- Present new strategic initiatives
- Help maintain operational discipline across daily tasks
Key Requirements
- Strong Analytical Skills and proficiency in Statistics
- Experience in Market Research and general Research techniques
- Effective Communication skills, including written and verbal, for preparing reports and presenting findings
- Strong English comprehension and articulation
- Ability to read, understand, and interpret complex information
- Demonstrated structured thinking (academic, project, or self-driven work)
- Curiosity about: Careers, Global education, Economic and market trends
- Basic familiarity with presentation tools (Canva / PPT)
Our Non-Negotiable
- High ownership mindset with strong execution ability
- Ability to follow up consistently without reminders
- Willingness to grow with the company long term
- Problem-solving attitude rather than task-only mindset
Compensation
- ₹12,000 – ₹ 15,000 per month during probation
- ₹ 2,20,000 – ₹ 3,50,000 Lakhs per annum
What You Will Gain
- Direct exposure to building a research-led firm
- Opportunity to develop research, analytical, and communication skills
- Long term growth opportunities as the organization expands