Remote Research Associate

Bilinguallink; Kirkland; Remote; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

RRSP matching

Professional development

Flexible work environment

Job summary

MD Analytics is seeking a motivated Research Associate to join our team in the Greater Montreal Area. This entry-level role involves managing multiple market research projects, coordinating with stakeholders, and learning the project lifecycle.

You will focus on scripting quality control, fieldwork management, data tabling, basic analyses, and report development, while working remotely in a collaborative team culture.

Qualifications

• University degree required; focus in Marketing, Health sciences, Statistics or related discipline preferred.
• Excellent written and communication skills.
• Fully bilingual (English/French).
• Experience with quantitative research methodologies is an asset.
• Experience in pharmaceutical or healthcare-related marketing research is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day management of multiple market research projects from start to finish.
• Quality control for scripting and management of fieldwork.
• Create data tables and analysis plans; set up data tables and coding.
• Do basic statistical analyses and develop reports.

Skills

Research methods

Independent work

Quantitative research

Healthcare/PHRM marketing

Bilingual (EN/FR)

Written communication

Attention to detail

Deadline management

Education

University degree in Marketing/Health sciences/Statistics

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

SPSS

R

Job description

Are you an organized, detail-oriented, and proactive professional with a passion for market research? Are you someone that thrives in a fully remote environment, enjoys collaborating with multiple key stakeholders, and takes pride in the work you do? Do you have a sense of curiosity, enjoy learning new things, and want to better understand the healthcare and pharmaceutical market? MD Analytics is looking for a motivated Research Associate to join our team.

The Opportunity: Research Associate based in the Greater Montreal Area

Working with a team in Montreal, you will be responsible for providing proactive day-to-day management of multiple ongoing market research projects while gaining experience and developing your career in market research. We’re looking for someone who regularly communicates openly, is comfortable asking questions, and can take initiative by proactively contributing to ongoing project management. This is an entry-level role on an established team that is looking for someone who is interested in learning, contributing to the overall success of the team and company, and building a career in market research.

Reporting to the Associate VP, you will be responsible for market research projects throughout the project lifecycle. Key areas of focus include quality control for scripting, managing fieldwork, creating data table / analysis plans, overseeing the set-up of data tables and coding, doing basic statistical analyses, and report development.

MD Analytics is a leader in remote work and has had its employees work fully remote since 2017. Candidates for this position must be comfortable working from home full-time while adequately managing potential distractions and be willing to engage in an established remote work company culture.

The Ideal Candidate: Requirements and Experience

• Knowledge of research and statistical methods
• Ability to work independently and self-manage time
• Experience working with quantitative research methodologies considered an asset
• Experience in pharmaceutical or healthcare-related marketing research considered an asset
• A university degree is required; a focus in marketing, health sciences, statistics, or other relevant discipline is preferred
• Excellent written and communication skills
• Proven skills in critical thinking, attention to detail, and meeting or exceeding deadlines
• Fully bilingual (English/French)
• Strong skills in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and Word; familiarity in SPSS, R or other equivalent statistical software packages

Compensation and Benefits:

As part of a high-performing team, we offer a competitive salary, health benefits and RRSP matching. We also offer professional development through industry accredited organizations as well as a flexible team environment that recognizes and rewards individual achievements. Starting salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Located in the greater Montreal area, this position is home-office based with local-office in-person events every 2-3 months, and a company-wide in-person event annually. This specific role is only open to candidates living within the Greater areas of Montreal. Other areas in Canada may be considered depending on skill level.

MD Analytics is an equal opportunity employer. Only qualified applicants will be contacted without paying attention to race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, creed, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family status or disability or other characteristics.

For more information about us, go to www.mdanalytics.com.