Research Analyst, Global Modeling Unit

Ipsos•Culver City, CA

40d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Global Modeling Unit (GMU) team within the Innovation service line are methodological “experts” that provide a variety of value-added services. In most cases, value-added services are advanced multivariate data analyses such as regression, GLM, discriminant analysis, MDS, clustering algorithms, and proprietary procedures. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone who is interested in starting a career in market research. The Research Analyst, Marketing Science is a resource for internal and external clients in the design and analysis of data based on statistical procedures. As a Research Analyst, you will provide expertise in the appropriate use of value-added analytical models, including approaches proprietary to Ipsos.

Requirements

BS degree or MS degree in Quantitative Marketing or Social Sciences, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Marketing Research, or a related field of study with an analytic/quantitative/research focus
Statistical analysis background is desirable
Knowledge and hands-on experience of SPSS or other statistical analysis packages
Effective communication skills and ability to present data findings in an easy-to-understand manner to internal and external clients less familiar with statistical techniques
Inquisitive personality with a strong desire to learn
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Good attention to details and logical decision-making process

Nice To Haves

Python, R, VBA coding experience a bonus
Understanding of text analytics and AI in marketing research a plus

Responsibilities

Clean, structure, code, and summarize survey and secondary data
Use statistical software (SPSS, R, etc.) and business software (Excel) to uncover and evaluate solutions, and assist project staff in running statistical analyses
Apply programming skills (Excel VBA, Python, etc.) to help automate standard statistical procedures and chart creation.
Demonstrate your understanding of multivariate analysis and Ipsos proprietary products, and work with Client Service from understanding business questions to design, analysis, and application
Work from an analytic plan, assemble Excel outputs or PowerPoint decks to provide results and explanations for Client Service
Consistently ensure the timely delivery of error free work