LEAD RESEARCH ASSOCIATE
The Lead Research Associate is a member of the Field Department. The Field Department coordinates, monitors and supports the quantitative and qualitative research process both in the U.S. and internationally. The Lead research Associate works with Firm’s analytical staff to place surveys and focus groups at calling houses/focus group facilities and assists with oversight to ensure timeliness, quality, and cost.
Core functions include:
- Improves the scope of GQRR’s research services with advanced focus on resource management and methodological analysis
· Coordination of research schedule with vendors and analysts
· Managing daily communications with vendors both domestically and internationally
· Oversee recruitment and logistics for focus groups
· Work with analysts on sampling and quotas design
· Gather population demographics to assist with weighting and projections (aimed at achieving a representative sample)
· Control and negotiate vendor costs
· Occasionally provide in-person training of vendors on methodology and operations
Required Qualifications:
· Position requires a bachelor’s degree (political science, statistics or relevant field)
· 2-3 years of political campaign/professional work experience
· Proven Intermediate / advanced knowledge of survey research, statistical software (STATA, SPSS, etc.)
· Exposure to data collection techniques including telephone, cell phone, mail and internet based studies.
· Excellent communication skills
· The ability to manage many tasks simultaneously, excellent prioritization skills, ability to work quickly, accurately and creatively under tight timelines Outstanding attention to detail.
· Intermediate/advanced Excel proficiency.
· Some travel required
Baseline Requirements For All Staff
Accuracy and Attention to Detail: We pride ourselves on a long history of accurately predicting election dynamics and outcomes. We are committed to providing our clients with a top-quality product that is correct and complete. To ensure that our work is accurate, we place a premium on paying attention to every detail and showing concern for all aspects of the job, no matter how small.
Belief in Our Mission: We are committed to progressive goals, ideas and leaders. We embrace diversity and believe in social justice for all.
Communication: We clearly communicate information and seek out answers in a respectful, professional manner. In our fast-paced environment it is critical to keep others informed and engaged. Forging and maintaining positive relationships with colleagues and clients is essential.
Intellectual Curiosity: We believe in always asking “why”. The desire to learn drives us to think more deeply and thoroughly on all issues. Our curiosity leads to the exploration and innovation that allows us to remain a leader in our field.
Strong Work Ethic: We are dedicated to working hard and going the extra mile for our clients and our colleagues. This commitment comes from the internal motivation, initiative, intensity and energy that we bring to our individual roles. We do not shy away from difficult tasks; we dedicate ourselves to doing whatever it takes to get the job done well.
Teamwork: We accomplish everything as a team. We rely on, and are accountable to, each other. Our level of responsibility and dedication to the team is unique and binds us in our common goals. This allegiance to the team means always being able to trust and count on our peers.
Interested candidates should apply via our careers page: http://www.gqrr.com/careers, please upload a cover letter (with salary requirements) and resume as one document. Be sure to include details on where you heard about this opportunity in your cover letter.
Greenberg Quinlan Rosner is an Equal Opportunity Employer