Senior Quantitative Research Consultant – Public Sector

Orima Research; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ORIMA Research in Melbourne seeks an experienced Senior Research Consultant (7+ years) with a strong quantitative background to lead social research projects for government and not-for-profit clients.

You will oversee research design, execution, reporting, and stakeholder engagement, mentor staff, and contribute to business development and proposals. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant work experience.
• Graduate or postgraduate qualification in psychology/commerce/economics/marketing/social science/statistics.
• Strong ability to design and execute quantitative research projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements with government and not-for-profit clients.
• Design, manage and deliver research projects on time and within budget.
• Synthesize findings into clear, actionable insights and reports.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to proposals and new business.

Skills

Quantitative data analysis

SPSS

Q

Excel

Questionnaire design

Data visualization

Client relationship management

Education

Graduate or postgraduate qualification (Psychology/Commerce/Economics/Marketing/Social Science/Statistics)

Tools

SPSS

Q

Excel

Job description

ORIMA Research in Melbourne seeks an experienced Senior Research Consultant (7+ years) with a strong quantitative background to lead social research projects for government and not-for-profit clients.

You will oversee research design, execution, reporting, and stakeholder engagement, mentor staff, and contribute to business development and proposals. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.