Market Research & Insights Associate

West Monroe is a global business and technology consulting firm, seeking an entry-level Market Research Associate for their Inspired Health Team in Boston. The role involves supporting the execution of qualitative and quantitative research projects focused on healthcare solutions, while collaborating within a small, agile team to provide insights that drive innovation in the healthcare sector. Responsibilities • Working with our vendors to identify and recruit research participants (be that physicians, patients or caregivers) • Scheduling and organizing in-depth research interviews and focus groups • Viewing interviews conducted by your pod, taking notes and identifying themes and findings that answer research objectives • Working with our internal teams to program and test research questionnaires developed by your pod • Working with fieldwork vendors to identify and recruit research participants • Monitoring fieldwork progress, quota management and quality control • Participate in whiteboard and brainstorming sessions at the end of fieldwork (we call them “Data Parties”!) where you will be encouraged to contribute to conversations around research findings and implications • Work with our Data Visualization department to support the creation of impactful and beautiful research presentations, that answer objectives and inspire action Skills • Bachelor's Degree, GPA must be included on resume • 0-2 years of academic, internship, or work experience in market research • Interest in market research for the medical and healthcare industry • Interest in practicing a range of research methodologies, both quantitative and qualitative • Comfortable working in a flexible, less structured environment • Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills • Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint • A proactive desire to continue to broaden and deepen your business and consulting skills • A commitment to inclusion and diversity, and openness to new ideas and perspectives • Candidates must be eligible to work permanently in the United States without sponsorship • Applicants must live in the Boston Metro area (or have an intention/plan to relocate) Benefits • Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. • Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan. • Employees can purchase shares from our employee stock ownership program. • Employees are eligible to receive annual bonuses. • Employees will also receive unlimited flexible time off. • Employees will receive ten paid holidays throughout the calendar year. • Eligibility for ten weeks of paid parental leave will also be available upon hire date. Company Overview • West Monroe offers digital transformation, analytics, cloud, cyber security, business advisory, and management consulting services. It was founded in 2002, and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is Apply Now