Graduate Research Assistant - Market Trends

Placements24; Kimberley; Híbrido; CAD 36 000 - 48 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Fully remote

Flexible hours

Training & development

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is seeking a Graduate Research Assistant for a fully remote role based in Canada. You will support market research projects by gathering, analyzing, and interpreting data on market trends and consumer behavior, and help produce insightful reports for diverse clients.

Ideal candidates have strong analytical skills, proficiency in SPSS/R/Excel, and the ability to work independently in a remote setting while collaborating with a research team.

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Sociology, Psychology, Economics, Statistics, or related field is required.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills are essential.
• Proficiency with data analysis tools (SPSS, R, Excel) is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting and collaborate with a team.
• Experience with survey platforms (SurveyMonkey, Qualtrics) is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Assist in designing research methodologies and survey instruments.
• Collect and compile data from surveys, interviews, and secondary research.
• Clean, process, and analyze quantitative and qualitative data.
• Interpret findings and identify key insights.
• Contribute to writing and editing research reports and presentations.
• Create visualizations and charts to present data effectively.
• Maintain research databases and ensure data integrity.
• Conduct literature reviews and competitive analyses.
• Collaborate with the research team to meet project timelines.
• Stay updated on emerging research techniques and industry best practices.

Conhecimentos

Analytical thinking

Critical thinking

Data analysis

Excel

SPSS

R

Communication

Time management

Independent work

Team collaboration

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Sociology, Psychology, Economics, Statistics, or related field

Ferramentas

SPSS

R

Excel

SurveyMonkey

Qualtrics

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client, a leading market research consultancy based in Kimberley , is seeking an inquisitive and diligent Graduate Research Assistant to support their extensive research projects. This role involves gathering, analyzing, and interpreting data related to various market trends and consumer behavior. You will work closely with senior researchers, contributing to the development of insightful reports and strategic recommendations for clients across diverse industries. This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates with strong analytical and quantitative skills to gain hands‑on experience in market research. Our client is committed to professional growth and offers comprehensive training. This position is fully remote, enabling you to contribute from any location while being part of a globally recognized research firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in designing research methodologies and survey instruments.


• Collect and compile data from various sources, including surveys, interviews, and secondary research.


• Clean, process, and analyze quantitative and qualitative data.


• Support the interpretation of research findings and the identification of key insights.


• Contribute to the writing and editing of research reports and presentations.


• Assist in creating visualizations and charts to present data effectively.


• Maintain research databases and ensure data integrity.


• Conduct literature reviews and competitive analysis.


• Collaborate with the research team to ensure project timelines are met.


• Stay updated on emerging research techniques and industry best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Sociology, Psychology, Economics, Statistics, or a related social science or quantitative field.


• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.


• Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., SPSS, R, Excel) is required.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management abilities.


• Ability to work independently and manage tasks effectively in a remote setting.


• Experience with survey platforms (e.g., SurveyMonkey, Qualtrics) is a plus.


• Curiosity and a passion for understanding market dynamics and consumer behavior.


• Ability to work collaboratively within a research team.


• Prior internship or project experience in research is beneficial.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary and potential for annual performance reviews.


• Comprehensive benefits package, including health and retirement plans.


• Extensive training in market research methodologies and tools.


• Fully remote work environment offering flexibility and work‑life balance.


• Exposure to a wide range of industries and client challenges.


• Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.


• Collaborative and intellectually stimulating work culture.


• Work with a respected and established market research firm.


• Contribution to impactful business decisions through research insights.


• Flexible working hours to accommodate personal needs.