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Research Analyst, Goodwin Proctor, (Multiple Locations)

Posted August 17, 2026

Job Description:


As the Research Analyst, you will provide expert legal and business research for the firm’s attorneys and administrative departments; participate in the firm’s educational initiatives by providing training, on-boarding and consultative services, proactively monitor the legal industry and contribute ideas and solutions to further the goals of Research Services and the firm.

Position Duties:

  • Delivers proactive and value-added research to the firm.
  • Provides expert legal and business research assistance to attorneys and administrative staff in a timely and effective manner, leveraging sophisticated research applications and incorporating new technologies as appropriate.
  • Maintains expert-level knowledge of internal knowledge management resources and systems to enhance research deliverables .
  • Provides analysis and synthesis of research results and presents findings in a manner promoting effective decision making where appropriate.
  • Advises attorneys on research strategy and resource selection to ensure research is accurate and conducted in the most efficient and cost effective manner.
  • Provides research coverage as assigned and follows established internal procedures for the handling of requests to ensure timely and efficient delivery of results.
  • Utilizes workflow software to assign and manage research projects.
  • Develops curriculum and conducts training to promote effective and authoritative research.
  • Creates and maintains newsletters and alerts using news aggregators.
  • Conducts new hire on-boarding for administrative and legal staff.
  • Contributes to the development and maintenance of the Research Services intranet.
  • Participates in the ongoing evaluation of online resources and makes recommendations for purchase or renewal.
  • Prioritizes continuous learning by seeking professional development opportunities.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Master of Library Science from an ALA accredited library school. Demonstrated, relevant professional research experience in a private law firm or academic law library, special library or research center can be substituted for the MLS.
  • 5+ years’ experience providing research in a private law firm, academic law library or special library or research center.
  • Expert knowledge of a wide variety of information sources, such as Westlaw, Lexis, Capital IQ, PitchBook, Intelligize InfoNgen, Derwent Innovation, and Saegis.
  • Knowledge of emerging technologies, including data analytics and artificial intelligence and how those technologies impact research and the research process.
  • Employs research interview skills in order to clarify and interpret research requests.
  • Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to prioritize work, multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively, with members of the team and Firm.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of computer applications, such as Excel, SharePoint, PowerPoint, and Zoom.

Hours & Compensation:

The Target Salary Range For This Position Varies By Location And Is Commensurate With Relevant Experience: Up To $130,000.00.

This is a full-time position.

How To Apply:

To learn more about this position and to apply, please visit the official job posting, linked here.

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