Insights Analyst/Senior Research Analyst

Smith Hanley; Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) match

PTO

Parental leave

Annual company retreat

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Smith Hanley Associates in Norwalk, CT is seeking an Insights Analyst to join a boutique market research team. This role requires 2–5 years of primary market research experience with exposure to both qualitative and quantitative methods.

Base compensation is $80,000–$110,000, with a discretionary bonus, and a hybrid in-office schedule of two days per week. You will collaborate with senior researchers, manage multiple studies, and translate data into clear client-ready insights for pharma and

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of primary market research experience.
• Agency or research consulting experience strongly preferred.
• Exposure to both qualitative and quantitative methodologies.
• Strong analytical, writing, and storytelling skills.
• Comfortable managing multiple projects and deadlines.
• Detail-oriented while keeping the bigger business question in mind.
• Curious, collaborative, and eager to continue developing as a researcher.
• Pharma / healthcare experience is a plus, but not required.
• Survey development, analysis, or qualitative moderation experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support qualitative and quantitative research projects from kickoff through delivery
• Help develop surveys, discussion guides, and other research materials
• Coordinate fieldwork, vendors, timelines, and project logistics
• Analyze data and identify meaningful themes, trends, and insights
• Build reports and presentations that tell a clear story
• Participate in client meetings, presentations, and working sessions
• Partner closely with senior researchers and consultants
• Manage multiple studies and priorities at once

Skills

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Storytelling

Project management

Collaboration

Survey design

Qualitative & quantitative methods

Attention to detail

Curiosity

Job description

Title: Insights Analyst / Senior Insights Analyst
Location: 2 days in office, Norwalk CT
Compensation: $80,000–$110,000 base
Contact: Lindsey Bartlett | [e-mail]

A boutique market research and consulting firm is looking to add two researchers to its growing team. These roles are ideal for early-career market researchers who want broad exposure, meaningful client interaction, and the opportunity to develop across both qualitative and quantitative research. The firm works primarily with pharma / life sciences clients, with a growing portfolio of sustainability and environmental work. Unlike larger organizations where researchers can get siloed into one piece of the process, you’ll have exposure to projects from initial research design through analysis, reporting, and client delivery.

What You’ll Do

• Support qualitative and quantitative research projects from kickoff through delivery
• Help develop surveys, discussion guides, and other research materials
• Coordinate fieldwork, vendors, timelines, and project logistics
• Analyze data and identify meaningful themes, trends, and insights
• Build reports and presentations that tell a clear story
• Participate in client meetings, presentations, and working sessions
• Partner closely with senior researchers and consultants
• Manage multiple studies and priorities at once

What They’re Looking For

• 2–5 years of primary market research experience
• Agency or research consulting experience strongly preferred
• Exposure to both qualitative and quantitative methodologies
• Strong analytical, writing, and storytelling skills
• Comfortable managing multiple projects and deadlines
• Detail-oriented while keeping the bigger business question in mind
• Curious, collaborative, and eager to continue developing as a researcher
• Pharma / healthcare experience is a plus, but not required
• Survey development, analysis, or qualitative moderation experience is a plus

Culture & Environment

Collaborative, smart, and ego-free
Small-team environment with meaningful senior-level exposure
Everyone contributes to client work
Fast decision-making with minimal layers
Modern, open "think tank" office environment
Real work-life balance with predictable busy periods

Compensation & Benefits

• $80K–$110K base + discretionary bonus
• Competitive benefits including medical, 401(k) match, PTO, and parental leave
• Annual fully expensed company retreat (+1 included)
• Hybrid requirement: In-office 2 days/week (Mon/Weds) in Connecticut, within commuting distance of NYC, is required.