Strategic Growth Research Associate — Remote

Acquisition Network; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Acquisition Network is seeking a Corporate Development Research Associate to identify markets, companies, products, and growth opportunities. You will convert ambiguous information into clear analyses, prioritized target lists, and practical recommendations.

This remote, flexible role suits analytical, commercially curious professionals who navigate business, finance, technology, and strategy topics with speed.

Qualifications

• Experience in research, market analysis, and opportunity screening.
• Ability to synthesize ambiguous data into actionable recommendations.
• Strong written and verbal communication across cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Identify markets, companies, products, operators, and investment opportunities.
• Build lead lists, opportunity maps, and strategic summaries.
• Analyze growth signals, competitive positioning, and financial context.
• Prepare concise notes to guide decision-making on pursuing opportunities.

Skills

Research

Analytical

Strategic thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Acquisition Network is seeking a Corporate Development Research Associate to identify markets, companies, products, and growth opportunities. You will convert ambiguous information into clear analyses, prioritized target lists, and practical recommendations.

This remote, flexible role suits analytical, commercially curious professionals who navigate business, finance, technology, and strategy topics with speed.