Research Associate

Murphy Research is a full-service custom market research firm known for innovative research design and consultative approach. They are seeking full-time Research Associates to assist in the development, execution, and analysis of projects for Fortune 500 companies, supporting various aspects of market assessment and brand strategy. 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 a must Launch and develop your career as a strong analyst, project manager, and research consultant Skills You have a background in the social sciences: degree or lab experience in psychology, sociology, or anthropology preferred; you're familiar with quantitative and qualitative research methods from coursework, internships, or work experience You've made the decision not to pursue a career in academic research. Instead, you're eager to apply your knowledge of research methods toward business strategies and help our clients make difficult decisions easier You put client-service first while maintaining high expectations for quality work under fast-paced, ever-changing, and stressful circumstances You delight the clients you serve and thrive when challenged by changes and new opportunities You understand the importance of time management and the need to prioritize as you work on several projects simultaneously You love teamwork and collaboration just as much as working independently You are skilled at engaging with colleagues and clients in a virtual environment and you don't shy away from asking a question or adding your voice to the conversation on zoom Your communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills are points of strength You possess an ambitious curiosity and are self-motivated to take initiative You're excited about pursuing a career working with top-notch brands in an ever-changing and dynamic environment that will be as challenging as it is rewarding In a fast-paced and deadline-driven consulting environment, you will utilize strong strategic thinking and analytic skill You will collaborate with a team of researchers to execute study progress against tight project deadlines With strong support from senior leadership, you'll receive on-the-job training and mentorship in project management, data processing, questionnaire design, report writing, and research methodology to ensure research is of the highest quality Utilizing our rigorous project process you will manage vendor relationships, oversee data collection, address quality control issues with online programs, data tables, reports, and develop PPT report charts You will work with large data sets, so an eye for detail is key; your proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is a must! You will trust that career growth stems from the challenge inherent to custom market research designs - never doing the same thing twice; doing so, you'll launch and develop your career as a strong analyst, project manager, and research consultant 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