Murphy Research is a full-service custom market research firm known for innovative research design and consultative approaches. They are seeking full-time Research Associates to assist in the development, execution, and analysis of projects for Fortune 500 companies, focusing on market assessment, brand strategy, product development, and communications research.
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 an eye for detail; proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is a must
- Launch and develop your career as a strong analyst, project manager, and research consultant
Skills
- Background in the social sciences
- Degree or lab experience in psychology, sociology, or anthropology preferred
- Familiarity with quantitative and qualitative research methods from coursework, internships, or work experience
- Decision not to pursue a career in academic research
- Eager to apply knowledge of research methods toward business strategies
- Client-service focus while maintaining high expectations for quality work under fast-paced, ever-changing, and stressful circumstances
- Ability to delight clients and thrive when challenged by changes and new opportunities
- Understanding of time management and the need to prioritize while working on several projects simultaneously
- Love for teamwork and collaboration as well as working independently
- Skilled at engaging with colleagues and clients in a virtual environment
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
- Possession of ambitious curiosity and self-motivation to take initiative
- Excitement about pursuing a career working with top-notch brands in a dynamic environment
- Strong strategic thinking and analytic skills
- Ability to collaborate with a team of researchers to execute study progress against tight project deadlines
- Willingness to receive on-the-job training and mentorship in project management, data processing, questionnaire design, report writing, and research methodology
- Ability to manage vendor relationships, oversee data collection, and address quality control issues with online programs, data tables, and reports
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Attention to detail when working with large data sets
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401k matching
- Paid time off
- In-person and virtual social activities
Company Overview
Murphy Research offers market assessment, brand strategy, communications, customer engagement modeling and product development services. It was founded in 2008, and is headquartered in Santa Monica, California, USA, with a workforce of 11-50 employees. Its website is https://murphyresearch.com/.