R&D Associate

alliantgroup LP

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Houston, TX Until 8/21/2026 1+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted March 25, 2026 Last posted March 25, 2026
Job description

As an Associate, you will be working within our Research and Development (R&D) team alongside some of the best in the business including attorneys, accountants, engineers, and scientists to identify and substantiate cash generating tax incentives that strengthen American businesses. Your work will have a meaningful impact on clients, allowing them to reinvest back into their business and their people.

As a national premier consulting firm, alliant is focused on providing solutions to help businesses transform and thrive. This role is within the R&D division which helps businesses claim tax credits for improving their products and/or processes.

Responsibilities:

  • Identify, analyze and qualify value-oriented benefits for companies

  • Substantiate technical analysis, conduct client interviews, and gather/review client documentation

  • Research relevant technical and industry specific topics

  • Provide technical reports and analysis

  • Provide insight in order to benefit from additional credits and incentives that may be applicable

  • Consult with CPAs and executives on tax incentive credits and related business process

  • Collaborate and coordinate closely with quality control, client relations, accounting, and tax controversy departments to ensure client satisfaction

  • Ensure analysis and timelines are met

  • Analyze client financials, projects, and documentation while identifying client value

  • Creating an unmatched experience for our clients

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree required

  • Preferred 1-2 years of experience with project management, public speaking, and client management

  • Preferred backgrounds in engineering, business administration, management, finance, economics, and life sciences.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Strong analytical and organizational skills

  • Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

  • Ability to articulate and relay information in an effective and efficient manner

  • High sense of urgency with the ability to meet deadlines

  • Ability to maintain confidentiality with company and client information

  • Receptiveness to performance feedback within a team environment is essential

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software applications

  • 20-30% travel within the United States

  • Candidate must reside or relate to Houston, TX

alliant offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including 100% employer paid medical/dental premiums for single coverage, 401(k) matching, PTO, company provided life insurance and disability, onsite gym and group fitness classes, paid covered parking, and more!

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About this role

Summary

Analyze technical data and support tax incentive claims for clients

Job title

R&D Associate

Experience level

1-2 years

Minimum experience

1+ years exp

Industry

consulting

Location requirements

Houston, TX; remote work not specified

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

communicationanalytical skillsorganizationMicrosoft Office

Preferred skills

project managementpublic speakingclient managementengineeringbusiness administration

Specializations

tax incentivestechnical analysisproject managementfinanceindustry research
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Houston, TX, USA

On-site City