Claire Boyd
About Claire Boyd
Claire Boyd is a Research Analyst at the Urban Institute, where she has worked since 2021. She specializes in quantitative and qualitative data analysis and project management, focusing on innovative solutions in the philanthropic sector.
Work at Urban Institute
Claire Boyd has been a Research Analyst at the Urban Institute since 2021. In this role, she manages proposal development, successfully securing over $500,000 in project-based grants from the Ford and Wallace Foundations. She also serves as the project manager and research lead for a database development project, facilitating communication between program officers, research leads, and technical experts. Prior to her current position, she worked as a Research Assistant at the Urban Institute from 2018 to 2021 and as a Research Intern in 2017.
Education and Expertise
Claire Boyd graduated cum laude from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Political Science and Global Studies from 2014 to 2018. She also studied at Duke University for 11 months in 2016. Her educational background is complemented by her experience in conducting quantitative data analysis using R and qualitative data analysis using NVivo, focusing on nonprofit-specific data evaluations.
Background
Claire Boyd's professional journey began with an internship at the Center for Rural Strategies in 2015, where she contributed to the Daily Yonder. She completed her high school education at Hunter College High School from 2010 to 2014. Her early experiences in research and analysis have shaped her career trajectory, leading her to significant roles within the Urban Institute.
Research Focus and Projects
Claire Boyd focuses on evaluating inventive solutions to shift power within the philanthropic sector. Her work involves conducting thorough data analysis and managing projects that aim to enhance understanding and effectiveness in nonprofit initiatives. She plays a crucial role in bridging gaps between various stakeholders in her projects.