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We produce groundbreaking qualitative and quantitative research through our focus on creative design, rigorous execution, and enduring insights. Our team thinks out of the box, follows a steady execution process, and is empowered to produce the highest quality research product that truly matters to our clients. At Murphy Research, we make difficult decisions easy.\nWe are actively seeking full-time Research Associates to join the Murphy Research consulting team. In this role, you will assist in the development, execution, and analysis of projects for a diverse range of Fortune 500 companies. All of our consulting researchers work across industries on diverse projects with clients like Gatorade, Disney, Visa, Door Dash, and Waymo. This is an exciting opportunity to launch your research consulting career as you support some of the world’s most prominent brands with market assessment, brand strategy, product development, customer loyalty and engagement, and communications research.\nAbout You:\nYou have a background in the social sciences: degree or lab experience in psychology, sociology, or anthropology preferred; you’re familiar with quantitative and qualitative research methods from coursework, internships, or work experience\nYou’ve made the decision not to pursue a career in academic research. Instead, you’re eager to apply your knowledge of research methods toward business strategies and help our clients make difficult decisions easier\nYou put client-service first while maintaining high expectations for quality work under fast-paced, ever-changing, and stressful circumstances\nYou delight the clients you serve and thrive when challenged by changes and new opportunities\nYou understand the importance of time management and the need to prioritize as you work on several projects simultaneously \nYou love teamwork and collaboration just as much as working independently\nYou are skilled at engaging with colleagues and clients in a virtual environment and you don’t shy away from asking a question or adding your voice to the conversation on zoom \nYour communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills are points of strength\nYou possess an ambitious curiosity and are self-motivated to take initiative\nYou demonstrate grit, hustle, and independence\nYou’re excited about pursuing a career working with top-notch brands in an ever-changing and dynamic environment that will be as challenging as it is rewarding\nWhat You'll Be Doing:\nIn a fast-paced and deadline-driven consulting environment, you will utilize strong strategic thinking and analytic skill\nYou will collaborate with a team of researchers to execute study progress against tight project deadlines\nWith strong support from senior leadership, you’ll receive on-the-job training and mentorship in project management, data processing, questionnaire design, report writing, and research methodology to ensure research is of the highest quality\nUtilizing our rigorous project process you will manage vendor relationships, oversee data collection, address quality control issues with online programs, data tables, reports, and develop PPT report charts\nYou will work with large data sets, so an eye for detail is key; your proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is a must! \nYou will trust that career growth stems from the challenge inherent to custom market research designs - never doing the same thing twice; doing so, you’ll launch and develop your career as a strong analyst, project manager, and research consultant\nWhat We Offer:\nDaily opportunity for variety, challenge, and growth\nGreat training, career advancement, and mentorship opportunities\nA collaborative, team-oriented, and high-performing atmosphere\nStarting Salary Range: $50,000 - $52,000\nCompetitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, paid time off, in-person and virtual social activities\nA commitment to a hybrid work model (all new hires applying to this listing must live within commuting distance of our new Orange County co-working space and join the team Tuesdays & Thursdays in-office); all team members also retain the support structure and flexibility to work remotely on non-office days.\nApplication Details:\nApplying to this posting means you are located in CA - specifically Orange County\nApplying to this listing means you live within commuting distance of our new Orange County co-working space (likely in the heart of Old Towne Orange) and are committed to joining the team Tuesdays & Thursdays in-office; occasional days will also be available as an option in our Los Angeles (Century City) office\nRelocation is not offered; Murphy Research can only hire in the states of CA or MN at this time. 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