Here’s a summary of the role:

Are you a research leader who thrives in fast-paced, high-frequency environments? As a Research Director, you’ll take the lead on one of our most complex multi-market tracking studies, working closely with high-level clients and cross-functional teams. You’ll drive insights, manage timelines, and solve problems—fast. This role is ideal for someone who’s equal parts strategist, communicator, and project manager, with a strong foundation in custom research.

📌 Here’s a breakdown of what you’ll do (not all of it, just the important stuff):

Lead a large-scale, multi-market tracker with multiple waves and stakeholders
Own all stages of research projects—from proposal to delivery
Build strong relationships and serve as the key contact for senior-level clients
Design surveys and translate client questions into actionable research
Create and present reports with insights that drive business decisions
Guide and mentor junior researchers and manage internal operations tasks

✅ These are the essentials you’ll need to get an interview:

At least 7 years of experience managing custom market research projects
Background working on the vendor side in roles of increasing responsibility
Proven ability to lead end-to-end research with minimal supervision
Strong client-facing skills and ability to build trusted partnerships
Experience with survey logic and tools like Excel, G-Suite, PowerPoint
Skilled in writing clear, insight-driven reports and presentations
Strong time management and troubleshooting abilities in fast-moving contexts

🌱 It would be great if you had these too, but we’ll support you if you don’t:

Experience working with technology clients
Knowledge of advanced analytics techniques and weighting
Familiarity with qualitative methods alongside quantitative
Comfort guiding junior team members and scaling up processes

For roles based in California, New York, Colorado or Washington State, the base salary hiring range for this position is $110,000 - $150,00 USD

Compensation offered will be determined by multiple factors including location, job-related knowledge, skills and experience.

Certain roles may be eligible for incentive compensation and additional benefits. All US based full time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

Paid vacation, holidays and sick days
Flexible working arrangement available
Group medical, dental and vision insurance
Company-paid life and disability insurance
Paid parental leave
401(k) with company match

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