Posted August 7, 2024

Research Specialist

SMARI  | Fishers, IN, US

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About the role

This is a hybrid position within our Fishers office. We want our associates to have the flexibility they need, but also have access to the connectivity to their co-workers and office time.

As the Research Specialist, the primary responsibility of this position is to ensure the integrity of the project from survey design through reporting and analysis.

• • Aspects of this responsibility include:
    • Survey validation
    • Programming validation
    • Data cleaning / preparation
    • Quota monitoring / control
    • Overall sample integrity
    • Open-end coding and themes
    • Data tabulations
• Providing support during research projects, learning more about the research process and project management fundamentals
• Proofread reports, etc. for accuracy, consistency, and overall format
• Assist with the analyzing and summarizing qualitative and quantitative interview data
• Assists with all assigned components of test screenings, online research studies, focus groups, and other custom studies.

Who You Are & What You’ve Done 

• Recent BA/BS with a strong academic record and analytical background preferred.
• Proficiency within MS Office; particularly Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook required.
• Proficiency with SPSS a plus.
• Experience with business-related software such as Forsta, Sawtooth, or Wincross is also a plus.
• One year of supplier-side market research experience preferred, but willing to train. 
• High attention to detail, willing to get in the weeds to ensure accuracy
• Experience with various market research methodologies. 
• Experience supporting projects from start to finish including managing tasks effectively and adhering to timelines/deadlines. 
• Understanding of effective survey design and the ability to create questionnaires to meet varying research needs a benefit.
• Experience working with and manipulating large and complex quantitative data sets is a plus.

Note:We view the above section as a guide, not a checklist. Research shows that folks are less likely to apply for a job if they feel that they don’t meet 100% of the qualifications. We welcome diverse and non-traditional backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don’t satisfy every single bullet on this list! It’s expected that you’ll learn and grow throughout your time at SMARI, so if you’re open to building new skills, we’d love to hear from you.

Additional Information A career opportunity with SMARI offers competitive wages, and benefits such as:

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• HSA
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Summer half-day Fridays
• $5,000 education/training per year

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