ABOUT IPSOS

Ipsos is the world’s third largest market research company, present in 90 markets and employing more than 18,000 people. Our passionately curious research professionals, analysts and scientists have built unique multi-specialist capabilities that provide true understanding and powerful insights into the actions, opinions and motivations of citizens, consumers, patients, customers or employees. We serve more than 5000 clients across the world with 75 business solutions.

Founded in France in 1975, Ipsos is listed on the Euronext Paris since July 1st, 1999. The company is part of the SBF 120 and the Mid-60 index and is eligible for the Deferred Settlement Service (SRD).

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IPSOS PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Ipsos Public Affairs is a member of the Ipsos Group, a leading global survey-based market research company with offices in 89 countries. Our private sector clients include health insurers, hospital systems, corporate foundations, development NGOs, and consulting and marketing communications firms. Our government clients include the Food and Drug Administration, Veterans Health Administration, Social Security Administration, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Defense Health Agency, U.S. Agency for International Development, and the Federal Trade Commission.

Members of the Ipsos Public Affairs team have degrees in such fields as psychology, sociology, political science, economics, public policy analysis, demography, public health, statistics, international development, marketing, and social sciences. Our research measures the performance of health systems in achieving brand awareness and strength, delivering positive patient experiences, and using research to inform and refine interventions to change consumers’ behaviors.

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RESEARCH DIRECTOR

Senior level individual able to own full parts of project or business tasks including supporting sales of fast-turn studies, project execution and management.  Your responsibilities will include managing each assigned project from start to finish, ensuring all tasks meet both our high-quality standard and often tight timelines.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support sales team on leads for quick turn projects
• Collaborate with business partners and team members to translate business questions into research designs
• Coordinate all aspects of the research process including effectively manage internal and external resources
• Communicate with clients about research needs
• Execute day-to-day project management task
• Meet deadlines or delivery early
• Provide on-going support for the broader team e.g. collaborate with Account Executives and project managers

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years market research industry experience
• Team player with excellent written and verbal communication skills in addition to well-developed interpersonal and presentation skills
• Highly motivated, self-directed & capable of working within tight deadlines
• Comfort providing client service for internal and external clients
• Detail oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving skills with a demonstrated commitment to the accuracy and completeness of information
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects/tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient using Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. SPSS basic knowledge preferred
• BA/BS required (Marketing Research, Marketing, Social Science preferred)

IPSOS’ COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

Ipsos recognizes the necessity of building an inclusive culture that values each employee’s individuality and diverse perspectives. For more than 40 years, our mission has been to generate and analyze data about society, markets, brands, and behaviors to provide our clients with the insights that elevate their understanding of the world. This could not be fulfilled without Ipsos’ diverse employees who compile and analyze this data—they are the essence of who we are and what we do. 

We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees, creating an environment that promotes inclusion, and allowing employees from all walks of life to flourish.  Ipsos encourages our employees to act in a respectful and responsible manner, in line with codes of best practices concerning diversity and inclusion, human rights, equality, and civility for every individual.

_Ipsos is An Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other protected class and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. _

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