Insights Research Analyst, Digital & Market Trends

FTI Consulting, Inc; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 71,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

FTI Consulting, Inc is seeking a Research Analyst in the United States, based in either Washington, DC or New York City, to join the Corporate Positioning & Insights practice. The role supports primary research engagements, working with senior team members on quantitative and qualitative projects to deliver actionable insights.

You will help develop research instruments, coordinate surveys, analyze results, and contribute to client-ready deliverables, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• 1+ years of professional experience involving primary or market research.
• Familiarity with quantitative and/or qualitative research methodologies, including questionnaire design and sampling.
• Experience with survey research projects and platforms such as Qualtrics, Forsta/Decipher, or similar tools is preferred.
• Strong MS Office skills (PowerPoint and Excel) for creating polished charts and analyses.

Responsibilities

• Develop first drafts of questionnaires, discussion guides, and other research instruments.
• Prepare survey specifications, quotas, banner plans, table stubs, and analysis requirements.
• Support day-to-day execution of research projects, including survey fielding, testing, and vendor coordination.
• Create project deliverables such as PowerPoint toplines, data tables, and summaries of findings.
• Review survey data outputs for accuracy and consistency.
• Assist in focus groups, interviews, and analysis to develop findings.
• Support project management across larger engagements and contribute to process improvements.

Skills

Primary research

Questionnaire design

Data analysis

Survey fielding

PowerPoint proficiency

Excel proficiency

Travel

US work authorization

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Qualtrics

Forsta/Decipher

Job description

FTI Consulting, Inc is seeking a Research Analyst in the United States, based in either Washington, DC or New York City, to join the Corporate Positioning & Insights practice. The role supports primary research engagements, working with senior team members on quantitative and qualitative projects to deliver actionable insights.

You will help develop research instruments, coordinate surveys, analyze results, and contribute to client-ready deliverables, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery across