Research Associate

EMIR Research; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A research agency in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Research Associate to shape unique insights and collaborate across clients. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's or master's degree in a related field, with 4-6 years of experience and strong data analysis skills. Responsibilities include embedding in the research team, developing proprietary tools, and participating in new research pitches.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of professional work experience.
• Experience with data analysis and strong analytical skills.
• Ability to build professional relationships with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Embed within the research planning and research team.
• Develop a good working knowledge of the company's proprietary research tools.
• Participate in new research pitches.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication

Presentation

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Economics, Finance, Political Science, Education, Social Science

Tools

SPSS

AMOS

Job description

Research Associate

Description

We are looking for a Research Associate who is able to contribute in shaping a truly unique agency through the creation of data-oriented insights in a moderate and engaging way and work across a range of clients to provide inspiring insights to planners, to clients, and to the industry; to act as an ambassador for the EMIR Research team at all times.

Responsibilities

• To embed within the research planning and research team
• To develop a good working knowledge of the company’s proprietary research tools (to develop insights and support planners on using and applying them).
• To develop your primary research skills, both qualitative and quantitative, including:
  • Questionnaire design
  • Quantitative analyses (SPSS, AMOS, etc.)
  • To determine what research and insights currently available and identify the knowledge gaps
  • Be able to synthesize information from a variety of fields and connect them to research within a Malaysian context
  • Participate in new research pitches

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree preferably a Master's degree or professional qualification in Economics, Finance, Political Science, Education, Social Science or similar field with 4-6 years of professional work experience.
• Experience with data analysis with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and administrative management skills.
• A positive outgoing attitude with good interpersonal skills, and the ability to build strong professional relationships with both local and global stakeholders.
• Tech and research tools savvy.