Research Manager

Are you curious by nature? Do you always seek to understand human behaviors in your everyday life? Do you believe strategic communications can help make the world a better place? Do you think the world of research needs to change and adapt to a more complex and ever-evolving world? Do you have an entrepreneurial mindset and want to shape a consulting division? If so, Edelman Data and Intelligence is looking for you to join our team!  

 

We are seeking a Research Manager who possesses strong research and technical expertise and project management skills and demonstrates an aptitude for strategic thinking and problem-solving. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong entrepreneurial and collaborative spirit coupled with a solid strategic mindset. The Research Manager will need to balance an ever-changing and diverse range of research projects, including management and delivery of custom market research studies, media analyses (both traditional and social), and secondary research. 

Responsibilities:

• Provide research oversight and support on large and mid-sized projects, including the development and execution of research studies, client presentations, project scoping, costing, and budget management  
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of client objectives and apply/recommend appropriate methodologies to meet these objectives 
• Responsible for interpreting research data and insights while working closely with the Research Manager to create a compelling story  
• Write questionnaires/discussion guides to meet research objectives with guidance from the Research Manager, leverage data tabulations/banners to conduct analysis, provide specifications on advanced analytic methodologies to the data science team, manage reporting and deliverables (primary research focus) 
• Manage/use social listening tools, conduct desk research, scope third-party data specifications (secondary research focus) 

Basic Qualifications:

• At least 4 years of experience in qualitative and quantitative research 
• A bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience in media analysis/measurement related to public relations, marketing, and communications  
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite - preferably with an eye toward presentation design 
• Knowledge and experience using a wide variety of secondary research tools such as social media analysis platforms (Brandwatch, Talkwalker, Synthesio, Cision, NetBase), as well as trend analysis tools (eMarketer, Mintel, Google Trends, or WARC)  
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, written, and oral communication skills 
• Ability to work independently and prioritize/manage multiple deadlines within a project scope and budget 
• Effective client management (internal or external) skills  
• Positive, collaborative attitude and approach 

$56,000 - $84,000 a year

An employee's pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, travel requirements, revenue-based metrics, any contractual agreements, and business or organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of DJEH's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, a Paid Time Off policy, and region-specific benefits.

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Edelman Data & Intelligence (DXI) is a global, multidisciplinary research, analytics and data consultancy with a distinctly human mission.

We use data and intelligence to help businesses and organizations build trusting relationships with people: making communications more authentic, engagement more exciting and connections more meaningful.

DXI brings together and integrates the necessary people-based PR, communications, social, research and exogenous data, as well as the technology infrastructure to create, collect, store and manage first-party data and identity resolution. DXI is comprised of over 350 research specialists, business scientists, data engineers, behavioral and machine-learning experts, and data strategy consultants based in 15 markets around the world.

To learn more, visit: https://www.edelmandxi.com

Employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (i.e., at least 2 weeks after last dose) and, if hired, present proof of vaccination before start date. Candidates may request an accommodation due to disability, sincerely held religious belief or exception required under applicable law. 

DXI is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage racially and ethnically diverse people, members of the LGBTQ community, veterans, parents, individuals with disabilities and members of any and all protected classes to apply. 

DXI upholds an inclusive environment, where uniqueness and diversity are celebrated and encouraged. We recognize and honor all types of diversity-gender, gender expression, race, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion, disability status, socio-economic background, experience and more. As part of Edelman, we have several employee networks - focused on AAPI, Black, Hispanic/Latinx, LGBTQ+, Veterans' and women's communities - to provide a space where employees can share, learn and grow. We also offer a variety of training options for candidates who want to pivot or learn different skills within the industry.