Research Analyst (Qualitative) - Custom Market Research

Research Analyst (Qualitative) Custom Insights & Strategy Location: Remote Overview Collage Group is the only cultural intelligence engine that fuses consumer, industry, and brand data to provide brands with insights on the why behind consumers’ behaviors – so they can act quickly to fuel revenue and brand growth. Powered by 28B points of data and AI workflows, we’re helping 250+ of the world’s largest brands to win. Collage Group is seeking a Qualitative Research Analyst to join our Custom Insights market research team in our mission to help organizations unleash the power of culture to drive brand growth. This is a multi-functional role conducting custom consumer and market research across multiple segments. As a Research Analyst, you will support key research project execution tasks, including analysis, report writing, project coordination, and recruitment/fielding support. In this role you will also leverage Collage’s intellectual assets, including breakthrough insights, strategies, and best practices to provide a complete picture of America’s fastest-growing, most influential consumers. Note: This is a Market Research position and not a business analyst, UX research, or evaluation research role. Responsibilities Collaborate with team members to ensure all project deadlines are met and project logistics are accounted for Assist in all aspects of research across operational phases throughout the project, including data analysis, slide-building, quality control, fielding support and documentation, etc. Document client calls and internal meetings, including providing feedback to the relevant projects and ensuring documentation is shared with team for collaboration Support client deliverables by creating slides, identifying case studies, syndicated data and desk research that lend to the overall insights and narrative Manage logistics around recruitment, fielding, research scheduling, vendors, etc., including identifying process improvements Proactively communicate availability/capacity/contributions to the team Experience 1+ years demonstrated experience with market research and analysis, in a professional setting Experience with qualitative research methods (focus groups, IDIs, bulletin boards, etc.), quantitative research experience a plus Intellectually curious with a passion for research and talking to people Entrepreneurial spirit, great attitude, and ability to work with tight deadlines Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a strong client service orientation Equally comfortable in a team environment and with self-directed responsibilities Advanced Excel & PowerPoint skills Excellent written & verbal communication skills Experience managing participant recruitment or vendors a plus Compensation $60,000 + Bonus Invested in Your Well-Being: We don’t just hire employees; we invest in people. Your health is our priority, which is why we offer premium medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your loved ones. We believe in a life outside of work, supported by a generous PTO program that includes 12 company holidays, a floating holiday, and a dedicated day for you to give back to a cause you love. We’re also proud to support growing families with 8 weeks of fully paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of path to parenthood. Finally, we help you build for tomorrow with a competitive 401(k) match—because your future is just as important as your present. Details regarding our Benefits can be found on our Careers Page. All full time direct employees must be authorized to work in the United States, and must be US-based . Please note that while we are happy to hire remote unless otherwise stated in the job description, we are only able to employ people in the following US States: CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, MD, MA, MN, MO, NJ, NY, NC, OH, PA, RI, TN, TX, VA and DC. Important: If you have not interviewed directly with an authorized representative of Collage and you receive a job offer, do not respond or provide any personal information. This is likely a fraudulent attempt. Collage will never request sensitive information (such as your Social Security number, banking details, or passwords) before a formal interview process. About Us: Collage is the only AI-enabled cultural intelligence engine that provides brands with curated, actionable, cultural insights to accelerate revenue growth. Only Collage fuses consumer, brand and industry insights from 26 billion primary data points to provide brands with unparalleled depth of insights on the why behind consumers’ behaviors. The combination of the always-on, easy to use, updated daily tech platform with the best-in-class cultural strategists provides a unique competitive advantage for the world’s leading brands. Collage enables marketers and insights professionals to futureproof their brands, identify and win with the fastest-growing segments, increase brand resonance and loyalty, and authentically activate across all the marketing levers. Founded in 2009, culture has always been at the company’s core. Collage is a National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) certified minority-owned small business. Collage Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.