Senior Quantitative Research Leader

Ipsos in US; Toronto; On-site; CAD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Healthcare plans

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Ipsos seeks a Vice President to lead senior-level quantitative research, translating complex business questions into learning agendas and rigorous methodologies. You will guide clients with strategic recommendations, develop executive reports, and mentor researchers while collaborating across Ipsos service lines.

The role emphasizes hands-on quantitative design, advanced analytics, and a track record of influencing client decisions.

Qualifications

• 8–10+ years of experience in market research, insights, consulting, or a related field.
• Deep expertise in quantitative research methodologies and advanced analytical techniques.
• Proven ability to transform complex business questions into actionable research programs and testable hypotheses.
• Strong understanding of research best practices and the ability to defend and communicate methodological approaches.
• Exceptional critical thinking and problem-solving in high-stakes client situations.
• Experience advising senior client stakeholders and leading complex engagements.
• Strong storytelling and data-to-insights communication skills.
• Experience coaching and developing high-performing teams.
• Strong commercial acumen and experience contributing to business development.
• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of complex research and advisory engagements addressing critical client challenges and growth.
• Translate client issues into learning agendas, hypotheses, and robust methodologies.
• Apply advanced analytical techniques to ensure insights are actionable and fit for purpose.
• Serve as a senior advisor to clients, interpreting findings and guiding strategic options.
• Lead development of executive-level reports, workshops, and recommendations to drive action.
• Collaborate across Ipsos service lines to deliver integrated solutions.
• Contribute to business development through proposals and thought leadership.
• Build Ipsos' reputation via subject-matter expertise and market presence.
• Coach researchers on design, analysis, storytelling, and client management.

Skills

Quantitative research

Statistical modeling

Client advisory

Leadership

Team management

Communications

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

SPSS

R

Python

Job description

Ipsos seeks a Vice President to lead senior-level quantitative research, translating complex business questions into learning agendas and rigorous methodologies. You will guide clients with strategic recommendations, develop executive reports, and mentor researchers while collaborating across Ipsos service lines.

The role emphasizes hands-on quantitative design, advanced analytics, and a track record of influencing client decisions.