Research Associate - Los Angeles Office

About the role

Murphy Research is a full-service custom market research firm known for our innovative research design and consultative approach. We produce groundbreaking qualitative and quantitative research through our focus on creative design, rigorous execution, and enduring insights. Our team thinks out of the box, follows a steady execution process, and is empowered to produce the highest quality research product that truly matters to our clients. At Murphy Research, we make difficult decisions easy.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development, execution, and analysis of projects for a diverse range of Fortune 500 companies.
• Collaborate with a team of researchers to execute study progress against tight project deadlines.
• Utilize strong strategic thinking and analytic skills in a fast-paced and deadline-driven consulting environment.
• Work with large data sets, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.
• Manage vendor relationships, oversee data collection, address quality control issues, and develop PPT report charts.
• Receive on-the-job training and mentorship in project management, data processing, questionnaire design, report writing, and research methodology.
• Launch and develop your career as a strong analyst, project manager, and research consultant.

Requirements

• A background in the social sciences: degree or lab experience in psychology, sociology, or anthropology preferred.
• Familiarity with quantitative and qualitative research methods from coursework, internships, or work experience.
• A desire to apply research methods towards business strategies and help clients make difficult decisions easier.
• A commitment to client-service and maintaining high expectations for quality work under fast-paced, ever-changing, and stressful circumstances.
• An ability to thrive in a virtual environment and engage with colleagues and clients.
• An eye for detail and proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Qualifications

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ambitious curiosity and self-motivation to take initiative.
• An eagerness to work with top-notch brands in an ever-changing and dynamic environment.

Skills

• Strategic thinking and analytic skills.
• Data management and attention to detail.
• Project management and report writing.
• Vendor relationship management.
• Data collection and quality control.
• Chart development and presentation skills.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, paid time off, in-person and virtual social activities.

Pay

Starting Salary Range: $50,000 - $52,000

Schedule

Daily opportunity for variety, challenge, and growth; a collaborative, team-oriented, and high-performing atmosphere; a hybrid work model (all new hires must live within commuting distance of our Century City co-working space and join the team Tuesdays & Thursdays in-office); all team members also retain the support structure and flexibility to work remotely on non-office days.