Research Analyst
HybridAlexandria, Virginia, United States
EXPIREDAlexandria, Virginia, United StatesHybridFull TimeBachelors DegreeCorporate Reputation and StrategySmall
Full TimeBachelors DegreeSmallCorporate Reputation and Strategy
Job Summary
Draft quantitative survey questionnaires, develop sampling plans, and manage fieldwork vendors to gather data. Coordinate focus group scheduling, screen participants, and analyze transcripts to identify key themes. Explore syndicated and social media data using platforms like Quid and Cision to build comprehensive insights frameworks. Create data visualizations, PowerPoint reports, and memos that translate findings into actionable client recommendations. Contribute to desk research, digital listening tasks, and the Purple Pulse Survey while adapting to fast-paced project changes.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- 1+ years of experience or exposure to political, market research, and/or consumer research
- Comfort using AI tools to work more efficiently and automate routine tasks
- Judgment to critically evaluate AI-generated output and distinguish high-quality, well-sourced work from generic or unreliable 'slop'
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong writing skills
- Strong communication skills
- Strong time management skills
- Ability to follow direction
- Ability to incorporate feedback
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Ability to prioritize own work effectively
- Ability to adapt to changing situations and a fast-paced environment
- Passion for exploring and analyzing data
- Passion for uncovering hidden insights or trends
- Proficiency with PowerPoint
- Proficiency with Excel
- Proficiency with Word
- Ability to work three days a week in-person in the Alexandria, VA office
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with corporate reputation or crisis work
- Proficiency with statistical software such as R, SPSS or Marketsight
- Familiarity with digital and media intelligence platforms such as Quid, Cision, Quorum or Critical Mention
- Embodiment of Purple's values: Adaptable, Collaborative, Curious, Innovative, Industrious, Respectful
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