Research Associate

Remote, USA
Posted Jun 13, 2026
Full-time

Murphy Research is a full-service custom market research firm known for innovative research design. They are seeking full-time Research Associates to assist in the development, execution, and analysis of projects for a diverse range of Fortune 500 companies.

Responsibilities

  • Utilize strong strategic thinking and analytic skill in a fast-paced and deadline-driven consulting environment
  • Collaborate with a team of researchers to execute study progress against tight project deadlines
  • Receive on-the-job training and mentorship in project management, data processing, questionnaire design, report writing, and research methodology
  • Manage vendor relationships, oversee data collection, address quality control issues with online programs, data tables, reports, and develop PPT report charts
  • Work with large data sets, ensuring attention to detail; proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required
  • Launch and develop your career as a strong analyst, project manager, and research consultant

Skills

  • Background in the social sciences
  • Made the decision not to pursue a career in academic research
  • Eager to apply knowledge of research methods toward business strategies
  • Put client-service first while maintaining high expectations for quality work under fast-paced, ever-changing, and stressful circumstances
  • Delight the clients you serve and thrive when challenged by changes and new opportunities
  • Understand the importance of time management and the need to prioritize as you work on several projects simultaneously
  • Love teamwork and collaboration just as much as working independently
  • Skilled at engaging with colleagues and clients in a virtual environment
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
  • Possess an ambitious curiosity and are self-motivated to take initiative
  • Excited about pursuing a career working with top-notch brands in an ever-changing and dynamic environment
  • Utilize strong strategic thinking and analytic skill
  • Collaborate with a team of researchers to execute study progress against tight project deadlines
  • Receive on-the-job training and mentorship in project management, data processing, questionnaire design, report writing, and research methodology
  • Manage vendor relationships, oversee data collection, address quality control issues with online programs, data tables, reports, and develop PPT report charts
  • Work with large data sets
  • Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Degree or lab experience in psychology, sociology, or anthropology
  • Familiar with quantitative and qualitative research methods from coursework, internships, or work experience

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • 401k matching
  • Paid time off
  • In-person and virtual social activities

Company Overview

  • Murphy Research offers market assessment, brand strategy, communications, customer engagement modeling and product development services. It was founded in 2008, and is headquartered in Santa Monica, California, USA, with a workforce of 11-50 employees. Its website is https://murphyresearch.com/.

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