Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES) is seeking applications for a Research and Outreach Associate. This administrative position offers a remote flexible work opportunity of 10-20 hours per week. We’re looking for results and reliability. You get a long term, flexible and reliable income opportunity.

ACES is an executive search firm specializing in higher education searches. The Research and Outreach Associate supports, from the administrative side, the research needs of searches. This position has three primary responsibilities:

1. Research to find prospective candidates
2. Outreach to prospective candidates via email and outbound phone calls
3. Google background research on applicants (as needed)

The ACES’ high-performing team is dedicated to collaboration and results. All members work remotely.
ACES provides thorough training and onboarding to ensure success.

The ideal candidate is technically proficient with excel, databases, research methods as well as handling administrative duties in a fast paced, fluid environment. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills are also critical for success.

The firm’s Associates include professionals with various backgrounds, including marketing, management, human resources, editorial copywriting, executive coaching, and research. Professionals with transferrable skills are encouraged to apply.

Weekly work commitment

Part-time - 10 to 20 hours per week. Research and Outreach Associate hours vary with the number and types of searches the firm is managing as well as the Associate’s desired hours.

Required Qualifications

• Self-starter
• Highly organized with excellent time management skills
• Strong oral and verbal communication skills
• Detail oriented
• Extremely comfortable initiating phone outreach and emails
• Ability to work independently, and as a highly collaborative team member
• Technically proficient with digital platforms, especially Microsoft Suite and Teams (Word, Excel, Adobe or other PDF software)
• Ability to adapt and pivot to frequent changes in a fast-paced environment
• Reliable and secure equipment including computer, internet, and phone

About Academic Career & Executive Search
Academic Career & Executive Search (ACES), headquartered in West Hartford, CT, is a national executive search firm providing search services exclusively to higher education. Additional information may be found at https://acesrch.com/

To Apply
Applicants should apply through the following link including their resume and cover letter.

If you’ve got the right skill set and like working in a friendly and dynamic team environment, we’d love to hear from you! 

Academic Career & Executive Search is committed to equal opportunity for all and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran, or marital status. All interested individuals are encouraged to apply.