Data Researcher (Female)

Ultiwise Consult; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultiwise Consult in Dubai seeks a Data Researcher to conduct market intelligence, analyze trends, and support R&D with data-driven insights.

You will collaborate with Engineering, Sales, Marketing, and Strategy teams to translate complex data into actionable recommendations for product development and strategic initiatives in the automotive sector.

Experience with Power BI, Tableau, and Excel is preferred, as is familiarity with ISO and quality standards.

Qualifications

• 13 years of experience in research or R&D within the automotive industry.
• Proven ability to analyze data and present findings to cross-functional stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Excel, Power BI, and Tableau for dashboards.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001:2015 and quality management practices.
• Experience with market analytics, technology scouting or competitive benchmarking.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth research across multiple industries and product categories relevant to the group.
• Analyze trends in customer behaviour, sustainability, regulatory changes, certification/qualifications, safety standards, electrification and emerging technologies.
• Provide recommendations to support R&D planning, innovation roadmaps and group technology strategy.
• Collect, validate and analyze qualitative and quantitative research data from multiple sources; present insights through reports and dashboards.
• Partner with Engineering, Design, Sales, Marketing, R&D, Quality, Supply Chain and Corporate Strategy teams to align research with priorities.
• Stay updated on global and regional market developments, emerging technologies and competitor activities.
• Conduct ad hoc research projects to support executive decision-making and evaluate new business opportunities.

Skills

Strong research skills

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Education

Certification in data analysis/visualization

Tools

Power BI

Excel

Tableau

Research management platforms

Jira

MS Project

Job description

Role: Data Researcher (Female)

Salary:AED

Open to All Nationality

Gender: Female ( Fresher)

Market & Industry Research

Conduct in-depth research across multiple industries and product categories relevant to the group.

Analyze trends in customer behaviour sustainability regulatory changes certification / qualifications safety standards electrification and emerging technologies.

Monitor competitor product portfolios performance benchmarks pricing and innovation pipelines.

2. Product & Technology Insights

Evaluate emerging technologies materials and designs to inform product conceptualization and engineering strategies.

Identify potential opportunities risks and gaps in the market for new product initiatives.

Provide recommendations to support R&D planning innovation roadmaps and group technology strategy.

3. Data Analysis & Reporting

Collect validate and analyze qualitative and quantitative research data from multiple sources.

Present insights through reports dashboards and executive-level presentations.

Translate complex research findings into actionable decision-ready recommendations.

4. Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with Engineering Design Sales Marketing R &D Quality Supply Chain and Corporate Strategy teams to align research findings with organizational priorities.

Support strategic and operational initiatives with data-driven insights.

5. Continuous Trend Monitoring

Stay updated on global and regional market developments emerging technologies and competitor activities.

Recommend areas for innovation improvement or investment to maintain competitive advantage.

6. Special Projects & Executive Support

Conduct ad hoc research projects as required to support executive decision-making and group-wide initiatives.

Assist in evaluating new business opportunities partnerships or acquisitions.

Maintain comprehensive and organized documentation of all research studies competitive analyses and technology evaluations.

Stay current on new product technologies global industry developments new regulations and mobility innovations.

Support the leadership team in day-to-day tasks project tracking and strategic initiatives.

Ensure full compliance with ISO 9001: 2015 Quality Management System requirement

50% (Based on project demands client meetings and on-site inspections)

13 years of experience in research market intelligence product development or R&D within the automotive industry (preferred).

Experience with automotive market analytics technology scouting trend research or competitive benchmarking.

Exposure to product development cycles engineering teams or testing environments is highly desirable.

Demonstrated ability to analyze data prepare reports and present findings to cross-functional stakeholders.

Functional / Technical Competencies

Strong research and analytical skills with the ability to synthesize large volumes of technical and market data.

Solid understanding of automotive systems (powertrain EV technologies ADAS interiors electronics materials).

Proficiency in data analysis tools (Excel Power BI Tableau) and research management platforms.

Ability to create clear compelling reports and visualizations for technical and non-technical teams.

Knowledge of product development cycles benchmarking processes and R&D methodologies.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

High attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and validation of findings.

Curious proactive and passionate about automotive innovation and technology.

Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Adaptable and able to work in a fast-paced evolving environment.

Team-oriented with strong collaboration skills across technical and business functions.

Open to feedback and continuous learning.

Familiarity with automotive industry standards (ISO SAE etc.)

Certification or coursework in data analysis and visualization (Power BI Tableau SQL Python or Excel advanced)

Experience or certification in market research or technology scouting is a plus

Exposure to R&D project management tools (e.g. PLM software Jira MS Project) is beneficiary