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Murphy Research · 1 week ago

Research Associate

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

New Grad, Entry Level

$50K/yr - $52K/yr

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.

Business DevelopmentMarket ResearchPersonal BrandingProduct ManagementProfessional Services

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

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

Qualification

Quantitative research methodsQualitative research methodsData analysisProject managementCommunication skillsTeam collaborationMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointProblem-solving skillsTime managementInterpersonal skillsSelf-motivationAttention to detail

Required

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