Research Manager

Murphy Research, Inc.; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k matching

Paid time off

Hybrid work model

In-person/virtual social activities

Job summary

Murphy Research, Inc. in California is seeking a Research Manager to oversee the development, execution, and analysis of market research projects for Fortune 500 clients.

You will manage studies from questionnaire design to final report, mentor Research Associates, and collaborate with senior researchers to deliver insights across brand strategy and product development. We offer a hybrid work model with in-person days required at Century City or Orange County spaces, plus remote work on

Qualifications

• 2+ years of market research experience with qualitative and quantitative methods.
• Bachelor's or Master's in psychology, anthropology, sociology or related field.
• Strong verbal and written communication; manage client and vendor communications.
• Ability to lead multiple projects, delegate, and maintain ownership of final deliverables.
• Problem-solving mindset with initiative and high standards for quality work.
• Comfort working across teams and mentoring junior researchers.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects holistically from questionnaire design to final report writing.
• Monitor project budget and deadlines; ensure milestones are met.
• Lead study progress with the research team; mentor Research Associates.
• Collaborate with senior researchers and leadership for guidance and growth.
• Receive on-the-job training in advanced project management and analytics.
• Handle large data sets; leverage Word, Excel, PowerPoint; SPSS/R familiarity helpful.

Skills

Market research

Project management

Team leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

BA/MA in related field

Tools

SPSS

R

InDesign

PowerPoint

Job description

Murphy Research is a full-service custom market research firm known for our innovative research design and consultative approach. We produce groundbreaking qualitative and quantitative research through our focus on creative design, rigorous execution, and enduring insights. Our team thinks out of the box, follows a steady execution process, and is empowered to produce the highest quality research product that truly matters to our clients.

We are actively seeking a Research Manager to join the Murphy Research team. In this role, you will assist in the development, execution, and analysis of projects for a diverse range of Fortune 500 companies. All of our researchers work across industries on diverse projects with clients like, Disney, Riot Games, Hershey, and Allstate. This is an exciting opportunity to continue to grow your research career as you support some of the world’s most prominent brands with market assessment, brand strategy, product development, customer loyalty and engagement, and communications research.

About you:

• You have 2+ years of market research experience, and familiarity with both quantitative and qualitative methods
• You have a B.A. or M.A. in related field (psychology, anthropology, sociology, preferred)
• You love teamwork, but you're great at prioritizing and managing multiple projects while you delegate to others and take ownership over your final product
• You demonstrate great verbal and written communication, and are comfortable managing client relationships and vendor communications on behalf of the Company.
• Your problem-solving skills are points of strength, and you thrive when challenged by new opportunities
• You are self-motivated to take initiative and maintain high expectations for quality work that delights the clients you serve
  

What you'll be doing:

• You will manage projects holistically from questionnaire design to final report writing
• You use discretion in decision-making to keep projects moving forward, executing each stage of the project process against project deadlines while responsible for project budget
• You will collaborate with a team of researchers to lead study progress; you will manage, mentor, and train Research Associates on your project teams, while also consulting with senior researchers and leadership for your guidance as you grow your own experience and skill
• With strong support from senior leadership, you'll receive on-the-job training in advanced project management, questionnaire design, report writing, methodology, and advanced analytics; you will also be trained in basic interviewing and expand your management skills
• You will work with large data sets, so an eye for detail is key; your proficiency in Word, Excel, Powerpoint will definitely come in handy! (bonus points for skills in SPSS, R, InDesign, Keynote)
• In a fast-paced environment, you will utilize strong strategic thinking and analytical skills, and do new things every day!

What we offer:

• Daily opportunity for variety, challenge, and growth
• Great training, career advancement, and mentorship opportunities
• A collaborative, team-oriented, and high-performing atmosphere
• Salary Range commensurate with experience: $55,000 - $75,000
• Competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, paid time off, in-person and virtual social activities
• A commitment to a hybrid work model (all new hires must live within commuting distance of our Century City, Orange County, or Minneapolis co-working spaces and be willing to show up in-person at a minimum of 2 days per week); all team members also retain the support structure and flexibility to work remotely on non-office days