Research Analyst, Innovation

Research Analyst, Innovation at Ipsos

As a Research Analyst you support the delivery of strategic insights to our clients through the execution of research projects. Your work includes a variety of studies requiring sharp time‑management skills and a keen attention to detail. This position is a chance to become a major force in quantitative research design and gain experience managing key market‑research projects.

• Work with the project team and appropriate internal resources to meet client needs.
• Participate in client communication (email, phone, etc.) to understand needs and capture feedback to incorporate in project documents.
• Familiarize yourself with key clients/accounts within the Service Line.
• Support the preparation of reports and presentations.
• Share files and updates with clients as needed.
• Work alongside the project lead in the execution and delivery of reliable and timely data by owning tasks such as link checking, data quality checks, and report population.
• Focus on executional excellence with increased independence.
• Understand the project lifecycle for custom research and manage projects from client approval to deliverables with project lead oversight.
• Collaborate with internal Ops partners and the project lead in project execution.
• Manage project timelines.
• Mentor new Analysts on core competencies.
• Perform questionnaire review and revision.
• Create and submit project materials.
• Manage internal project partners.
• Review and finalize links.
• Monitor fieldwork.
• Review and finalize data tables.
• Spec‑ing, charting, and proofing report slides.
• Manage multiple projects/priorities and resolve arising problems.
• Participate in mentorship of new Analysts and interns, including shadowing on projects and providing guidance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Take part in analytic plan meetings with the project team.
• Create report shell with project team direction and ensure timely and accurate report creation.
• Review survey data and begin to analyze and interpret results (may assist with writing headlines).

• Bachelor’s degree or Master’s in Market Research.
• 1+ years of primary, quantitative research experience in a professional setting (including internship experience).
• Strong Word, Excel, PowerPoint skills.
• Outstanding attention to detail, accuracy, and thoroughness in completing all tasks.
• Highly organized/Good time‑management/Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks.
• Clear, concise written communication skills.
• Ability to interact positively with internal support teams.
• Ability to understand and adapt to in‑house operational forms, processes, and software.

If you don’t meet 100 % of the requirements, we encourage all who feel they might be a fit to apply. We consider a variety of backgrounds for this role and are committed to assessing all candidates for any position in the organization.

At Ipsos you’ll experience opportunities for career development, an exceptional benefits package (including generous PTO, healthcare plans, wellness benefits), a flexible workplace policy, and a strong collaborative culture.

Ipsos recognizes the necessity of building an inclusive culture that values each employee’s individuality and diverse perspectives. For more than 40 years, our mission has been to generate and analyze data about society, markets, brands, and behaviors to provide our clients with insights that elevate their understanding of the world. We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees, creating an environment that promotes inclusion, and enabling employees from all walks of life to flourish.

Ipsos encourages respectful and responsible behavior in line with best‑practice codes concerning diversity, inclusion, human rights, equality, and civility for every individual.
Ipsos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other protected class, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.