Market Researcher

University of Derby; Long Eaton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the UK seeks a Market Researcher to join a collaborative project focusing on micro-mobility vehicles. This role requires a PhD or equivalent experience in a related field and involves conducting comprehensive market research, collaborating with engineers, and translating complex data into actionable insights. Benefits include 47 days of annual leave, a teacher’s pension scheme, and flexible working arrangements. The salary is £37,999 per annum, with applications closing on 12 January 2026.

Benefits

47 days annual leave

Teacher's Pension Scheme

Well-being benefits and support

Staff discounts and gym access

Flexible working environment

Qualifications

• PhD or ongoing PhD, or equivalent experience in Business, Marketing or a closely related discipline.
• Experience designing and delivering research projects, both quantitative and qualitative.
• Awareness of data security and research ethics.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market, competitor and consumer research on micro‑mobility vehicles.
• Translate research questions and user needs into appropriate methods.
• Collaborate with academic colleagues and industry partners.

Skills

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

PhD or ongoing PhD in Business, Marketing or related discipline

Job description

About the Role

Market Researcher – Micro‑mobility (0269‑25) – Derby, DE22 1GB

We are seeking a Market Researcher to join an exciting collaborative project with Toyota Manufacturing UK (TMUK) and the Advanced Propulsion Centre UK (APC) to develop a new lightweight Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) for the micro‑mobility market.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market, competitor and consumer research on micro‑mobility vehicles
• Translate research questions and user needs into appropriate methods for extracting competitor data and consumer opinions
• Perform desk‑based and primary research on market demand and consumer perceptions
• Collaborate with academic colleagues, Toyota engineers and industry partners; contribute to publications and stakeholder engagement

Qualifications

• PhD or ongoing PhD, or equivalent experience in Business, Marketing or a closely related discipline
• Experience designing and delivering research projects, both quantitative and qualitative
• Strong organisational, analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Awareness of data security and research ethics
• Ability to communicate complex ideas to non‑specialists verbally and in writing

Benefits

• 47 days annual leave (including bank holidays and concessionary days)
• Teacher’s Pension Scheme
• Well‑being benefits and support, family‑friendly policies, generous sick pay and Employee Assistance Programme
• Staff discounts, gym, Cycle to Work scheme
• Flexible working environment

Additional Information

• Salary: £37,999 per annum
• Closing date: 12 January 2026
• Location: Derby, DE22 1GB
• Potential sponsorship is subject to eligibility; the role may be eligible for a Skilled Worker visa with conditions
• Contact: Mark Gilman, Professor of Economics – [e-mail]; Recruitment – [e-mail]