Research Associate
Murphy Research is a full-service custom market research firm known for innovative research design. They are seeking full-time Research Associates to assist in the development, execution, and analysis of projects for a diverse range of Fortune 500 companies.
Responsibilities
- Utilize strong strategic thinking and analytic skill in a fast-paced and deadline-driven consulting environment
- Collaborate with a team of researchers to execute study progress against tight project deadlines
- Receive on-the-job training and mentorship in project management, data processing, questionnaire design, report writing, and research methodology
- Manage vendor relationships, oversee data collection, address quality control issues with online programs, data tables, reports, and develop PPT report charts
- Work with large data sets, ensuring attention to detail; proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required
- Launch and develop your career as a strong analyst, project manager, and research consultant
Skills
- Background in the social sciences
- Made the decision not to pursue a career in academic research
- Eager to apply knowledge of research methods toward business strategies
- Put client-service first while maintaining high expectations for quality work under fast-paced, ever-changing, and stressful circumstances
- Delight the clients you serve and thrive when challenged by changes and new opportunities
- Understand the importance of time management and the need to prioritize as you work on several projects simultaneously
- Love teamwork and collaboration just as much as working independently
- Skilled at engaging with colleagues and clients in a virtual environment
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
- Possess an ambitious curiosity and are self-motivated to take initiative
- Excited about pursuing a career working with top-notch brands in an ever-changing and dynamic environment
- Utilize strong strategic thinking and analytic skill
- Collaborate with a team of researchers to execute study progress against tight project deadlines
- Receive on-the-job training and mentorship in project management, data processing, questionnaire design, report writing, and research methodology
- Manage vendor relationships, oversee data collection, address quality control issues with online programs, data tables, reports, and develop PPT report charts
- Work with large data sets
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Degree or lab experience in psychology, sociology, or anthropology
- Familiar with quantitative and qualitative research methods from coursework, internships, or work experience
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401k matching
- Paid time off
- In-person and virtual social activities
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