Posted February 11, 2026

Research Analyst

Drive Research  | Liverpool, NY, US

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Job Summary

Drive Research is looking for a Research Analyst to joining our global market research company. You’ll work directly with our team and clients, supporting end-to-end market research projects. This includes everything from designing studies and managing fieldwork to analyzing data and delivering clear, client-ready insights. You’ll have your hands in everything, growing your professional skills and working to grow our firm together.

Job Responsibilities

• Word directly with Research Managers, Associates, and Principals on all projects.

• Manages/supports all aspects of research projects including client-facing meetings, agendas, project workplans, survey design, programming, survey testing, qualitative research preparation and management, fieldwork quality checks, analysis, coding, and reporting.

• Manages/supports end-to-end research execution (including vendor management), ensuring profitability and tracking progress.

• Manages/supports prioritizing workload and ensuring projects adhere to internal and client timeline expectations.

• Manages/supports client meetings (i.e., kickoffs and debriefs), is a trusted resource for all clients.

• Manages/supports research design, moderation/fieldwork, and creation of impactful reports.

• Supports efforts to work as a trusted consultant with the client to act on the results.

• Acts on shared knowledge/training from leaders.

• Considers/shares new methodologies and tools.

• Plays a role in Drive Research marketing activities (i.e., contributes to the blog).

Minimum Position Requirements:

• 2 to 5 years of market research experience.
• Bachelor degree with focus in business administration, marketing, statistics, communications or a related field to market research.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office: PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
• Project management, client-facing experience preferred.
• Preference for those with a quantitative background and experience with custom/build-from-scratch surveys based on client objectives.

Necessary Skills:

• Highly motivated self-starter that takes ownership of projects/tasks. 
• Time management skills using lists to prioritize and tackle multiple priorities.
• Detail-oriented and someone who strives for perfection. 
• Analysis skills with a curiosity to dig deeper into results to provide insights. 
• Commitment to continued growth and training 
• Passion for market research and someone who loves the process and the work. 
• Client-first mentality centering decisions around the best interest of our clients.
• Good communicator using confidence and knowledge while being flexible (both with clients and internally).

Workplace flexibility

Though based in Liverpool, NY (209 Second St., Suite 1C), Drive Research supports full remote flexibility. Work where you do your best work, because performance is measured by outcomes, not a desk. We still love in-person connection, so we plan team lunches, happy hours, volunteer events, and other gatherings.

Extensive paid holidays

We close for a long list of paid holidays, including New Year’s Day, MLK Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Black Friday, and Christmas Day. It’s a perk our team genuinely appreciates, and your friends might envy.

No policy for vacation or time off

There’s no set PTO bank. Take the time you need, when you need it, and manage your schedule responsibly. We trust you to own your deadlines, communicate early, and keep projects moving. It’s a true give-and-take relationship, where we step up when needed and recharge when we can.

Competitive salary, bonus, and benefits

Along with a competitive salary, you’ll be eligible for a year-end bonus tied to business development goals, productivity, and overall company success. Quarterly commission is available for contributions to sales calls and outreach. Benefits include healthcare with employer contribution towards your premium, 401(k) company match, plus full dental and a life insurance plan.

Equipment and swag

You’ll start with the tools you need to do great work, including a Dell Latitude laptop, wireless keyboard and mouse, and a work backpack. It’s part of the welcome package you receive during onboarding and training, so you can get set up quickly and feel like part of the team from day one.

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