Research Analyst I - Chemical Market Analytics

dowjones; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Healthcare Plans

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Comprehensive Insurance Plans

Lifestyle programs & WellnessResources

Education Benefits

Family Care Benefits & Caregiving Supp

Commuter Transit Program

Subscription Discounts

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Dow Jones' Chemical Market Analytics (CMA) team is seeking an entry-level Research Analyst I to support market reports, client presentations, and data-driven projects. You will collaborate with international product experts and assist in producing data-backed insights for clients and conferences.

The role reports to the Research Coordinator - Team Lead and involves building Excel models, updating graphs, and preparing PowerPoint materials for client meetings. Initial training provided.

Qualifications

• 0 to 2 years' related experience.
• Degree in Chemical engineering, chemistry, natural science (preferred) or related discipline -OR- equivalent work experience.
• Advanced knowledge of PowerPoint and Excel; Power BI and/or Python knowledge or experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Update and maintain graphs, tables, Excel-based models and databases.
• Edit and publish chemical market reports from the content management system to the website.
• Conduct research and collect data from industry associations and other data providers.
• Assist with maintenance of the chemical capacity database.
• Fulfill data requests and answer questions from clients.
• Create/update Microsoft Excel graphs and tables for weekly and monthly market reports.
• Proof-read and format text written for market reports.
• Create presentation materials in Microsoft Power Point for client meetings and conferences.
• Prepare materials for product expert travel.
• Gather and maintain data from external sources for market analysis.
• Support operations to improve and standardize processes.

Skills

PowerPoint

Excel

Power BI

Python

Education

Chemical engineering or chemistry or natural science degree

Job description

Job Description:

About the Team: Chemical Market Analytics by OPIS, a Dow Jones company, enables stakeholders in the global chemical industry to improve operational efficiency with deep insights, future outlooks, price discovery and consultation from a celebrated team of subject matter experts. We offer short- and long-term market coverage for more than 200 core building-block chemicals with a full suite of advisory services and top-tier events held around the globe. The worldwide chemical industry looks to Chemical Market Analytics to guide decisions and help manage risk across the entire value chain.

About the Role:

As Research Analyst I - Chemical Market Analytics, you will support the Chemical Market Analytics (CMA) Market Advisory Services group in the publication of market reports, client and conference presentations, project work and other related tasks. You will work closely with teams of international product experts and colleagues from other product areas. You will also work with clients in providing data, information and training on the CMA website and online databases. You will report to the Research Coordinator - Team Lead.

You Will:

• Update and maintain graphs, tables, Excel-based models and databases
• Edit and publish our chemical market reports from the content management system to our website
• Conduct research and collect data from industry associations and other data providers
• Assist with maintenance of the chemical capacity database
• Fulfill data requests and answer questions from client
• Create/update Microsoft Excel graphs and tables for weekly and monthly market reports
• Proof-read and format text written for market reports
• Create presentation materials in Microsoft Power Point for client meetings and conferences
• Prepare materials for product expert travel
• Gather and maintain data from external sources for market analysis
• Support operations endeavors to improve and maintain work processes and standardization

You Have:

• 0 to 2 years' related experience
• Degree in Chemical engineering, chemistry, natural science (preferred) or related discipline -OR- equivalent work experience
• Advanced knowledge of PowerPoint and ExcelPower BI and/or Python knowledge or experience (preferred)

Our Benefits:

• Comprehensive Healthcare Plans
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plans
• Comprehensive Insurance Plans
• Lifestyle programs & Wellness Resources
• Education Benefits
• Family Care Benefits & Caregiving Support
• Commuter Transit Program
• Subscription Discounts
• Employee Referral Program

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Business Area: Dow Jones - Energy

Job Category: Data Analytics/Warehousing & Business Intelligence

Union Status: Non-Union role

Base Pay Range: $60,000 - $75,000

We're committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation to attract top talent. This pay range reflects our good faith estimate for the role and may vary based on a candidate's experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors.

For bonus-eligible roles, targets are determined based on multiple considerations, including market benchmarks and individual contributions.

For benefits-eligible roles, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more, along with optional benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.