<p><strong>Research Assistant – Marketing & Proposals</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> McLean, VA (Remote or Onsite)</p><p><strong>Robert Half is looking for a Research Assistant – Marketing & Proposals</strong> to support marketing and proposal teams within a government‑focused organization. This role plays a key part in researching market trends, monitoring competitors, and supporting the development of compliant, competitive government proposals.</p><p>The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, proactive, and has experience researching marketing trends along with familiarity with the government proposal process.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Conduct research on marketing trends, competitor activity, and industry best practices to support marketing strategies and proposal development</li><li>Analyze and summarize data from market reports, government databases, and industry publications</li><li>Support government proposal development by gathering required information, reviewing solicitations, and assisting with compliance and document preparation</li><li>Monitor government procurement portals for new opportunities and updates</li><li>Collaborate with marketing and proposal team members to incorporate research insights into proposals and deliverables</li><li>Maintain organized records of research materials and proposal documentation</li></ul><p><strong>What We’re Looking For</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field preferred</li><li>2+ years of experience researching marketing trends; government contracting experience strongly preferred</li><li>Familiarity with the government proposal process, including RFP/RFI analysis and compliance requirements</li><li>Strong analytical, organizational, and written communication skills</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office and online research tools</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment</li></ul><p><strong>Engagement Details</strong></p><ul><li>Contract opportunity</li><li>Remote or onsite flexibility (McLean, VA)</li><li>Collaborative team environment supporting marketing and proposal initiatives</li></ul>