Senior Research Analyst - Temporary Worker
About The Position
Merkle is seeking a Senior Research Analyst to join its specialist B2B research team, B2B International, in North America. The role analyzes research findings and develops insightful, client-ready reports for leading B2B brands. The analyst collaborates with cross-functional teams and supports research initiatives, reporting to a Senior Research Director. This is a temporary, six-month W-2 position. Candidates must be authorized to work and reside in the United States. The position is listed as remote in California. Employees within commuting distance of designated hub offices are generally expected to work in person three days per week, except Los Angeles-based employees, who are expected in the office two days per week. Employees outside commuting range may be designated remote depending on the role and business needs, and employees may need to attend an office to meet company or client needs. The hourly pay range is $55.00–$58.00. Temporary employees are eligible for paid holidays under dentsu policy and safe and sick time. The position is not eligible for other benefits or compensation.
Requirements
- At least 2–3 years of experience in market research, consumer insights, B2B research, consulting, or a related analytical field.
- Experience analyzing quantitative and qualitative research data and developing insight-led reports and presentations.
- Experience with research study types such as brand tracking, product research, customer experience research, and thought leadership.
- Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and deadlines.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
- Experience with survey and data analysis tools such as SPSS, Q, or similar tools.
- Ability to use AI tools to support research tasks such as open-ended response coding, insights synthesis, and desk research.
- Strong ability to interpret data and identify the story behind it.
- Strong writing skills to communicate findings clearly.
- Creative ability to communicate findings visually in PowerPoint.
- Collaborative mindset and willingness to support the broader team.
- Curiosity and passion for data and insights.
- Must be authorized to work and reside in the United States.
Nice To Haves
- Some experience managing client communications or presenting to clients.
Responsibilities
- Conduct advanced quantitative and qualitative analysis across B2B research studies.
- Identify themes, patterns, and actionable insights from complex datasets.
- Apply appropriate statistical techniques and analytical approaches to strengthen conclusions.
- Recommend additional analyses when deeper investigation could increase client value.
- Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and research quality.
- Develop client-ready reports and presentations.
- Translate data into concise, compelling, actionable business recommendations.
- Create engaging visualizations and insight-driven narratives.
- Produce high-quality deliverables with senior manager support and guidance.
- Support research project management from kickoff through final delivery.
- Assist with questionnaire design and discussion guide development.
- Brief internal survey programmers and interviewers, as well as external fieldwork partners.
- Monitor project timelines and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.
- Help identify and mitigate project risks.
- Participate in client meetings, presentations, and project briefings.
- Develop working relationships with vendors, research partners, and clients.
- Contribute to project updates and client communications.
- Support proposal development, bid responses, and business development activities.
- Assist in presenting findings and recommendations to clients.
Benefits
- Paid holidays in accordance with dentsu policy
- Safe and sick time
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
