At Fors Marsh Group (FMG), we combine the power of science and strategy to improve people's lives. Each day, we work with institutions and organizations that seek to disrupt markets, understand and influence behavior, drive action on a national scale, and create positive impact. Our approach extends far beyond our client portfolio—as a certified B Corporation and a 2020 Greenbook Top 50 Market Research Company, we make a difference in our community through corporate-sponsored employee volunteer programs and pro bono partnerships with values-aligned nonprofits. Most importantly, as a 2019-2022 Top Workplace, we are committed to putting people first and foster a culture that reflects that commitment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we celebrate diversity and inclusivity as the foundation of a healthy, successful, and innovative work environment. Join us, and together we can work to ensure a better tomorrow.

FMG is seeking an intelligent and motivated research associate to join our Military Workplace Climate research team. This individual would work in a researcher role providing expertise in the development, execution, and analysis of large-scale surveys for the Department of Defense workforce.  This job is best suited for an individual who enjoys working closely with clients, managing large-scale projects, and prefers working in a cooperative environment.

Responsibilities include:

• Overseeing tasks in support of the design, development, and execution of large-scale surveys examining topics such as ethnic/racial discrimination, gender discrimination, ethnic/racial harassment, sexual harassment and sexual assault in the military.
• Working closely with clients to understand their needs and research goals, manage their expectations, and provide continuous support.
• Managing several concurrent task and deliverables to meet the large project goals.
• Working collaboratively with internal teams, supporting a variety of projects, and coordinating project deliverables.
• Preparing research reports/briefs for analyst and non-analyst audiences, written proposals, and other internal or external communications summarizing research methods, findings, and implications.

Qualifications:

• Graduate degree in social science field such as survey methodology, psychology, sociology, public health, or other related fields.
• A minimum of 4 years of post-graduate applied experience working with survey research projects.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully develop and maintain client relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully complete contracts, meeting client standards for deliverables and completing work on-time and within available budgets.
• Demonstrated experience leading research studies.
• Demonstration of strong verbal and written communications skills.
• US Citizenship is required due to clearance.

WE OFFER: 

• Ability to make an impact on people's live, both internal and external to the organization.
• Top-tier health, dental, vision, and long and short-term disability coverage all covered at 100% for employee coverage.
• Remote work. 
• Our company culture, which values balance and allows each employee to take leave as they require it to balance the responsibilities of both their work and home lives without worrying about depleting their available leave hours.
• We provide a floating holiday bank so you can celebrate the days you value.
• Generous matching retirement contributions and no vesting period starting the third month of employment.
• Dedicated training and development budgets to expand your expertise and grow your skillset.
• You can volunteer your way with paid time off.
• You can participate in FMG staff-led affinity groups.
• Our employees receive product and service discounts through the certified B Corp network.