Research Director

h3Who We Are /h3 pWe are Bovitz Inc., a market research and strategy firm that puts people at the center of design, innovation, and growth. We believe in the value that companies of all shapes and sizes can bring to people's lives, and it matters to us that they actually do it. As a company, our mission is to give real people a voice so powerful that their stories change the course of business decisions. So, we go out and talk to real people about what they need and want and then show companies what to do with that. Simply put, we're in the business of improving people's lives. /p pBovitz was founded as a custom research agency in 2003, grounded in academic rigor deep client-side experience. We now have a multi-disciplinary team of 35 full-time employees, including leaders in Market Research, Anthropology, Brand Strategy, Cognitive Science, Business Consulting, and Design. We are a fully remote company with available office space in Los Angeles when needed. Please visit to learn more about our team, the type of work we do, our culture, and our clients. /p h3The Role /h3 pAs a Research Director at Bovitz, your job is to own the strategy (of the project and of the story). You have a team working in support of you; they own bringing the relevant data and insights to you, which will allow you to architect the story and implications. You will partner with your team to make sure your story is supported by the correct data, and you will also interface with your team’s Account Manager to ensure that your story is actionable and impactful for the client. /p h3Things You’ll Do /h3 h3People /h3 ul liLead a team of 2-4, mentoring/coaching junior and mid-level staff - sharing responsibility for their development and training roadmaps /li liManage resourcing for your team /li liInvolvement in company-wide talent-development initiatives /li /ul h3Clients Projects /h3 ul liLead and deliver multiple research / insights engagements (both qual and quant) simultaneously /li liOversee all key stages of the project process from project kick-off to report presentation (survey/discussion guide development, analysis, storytelling, reporting) /li liAct as "thought partner" to clients - crafting insights, developing actionable recommendations, maintaining client relationships, and supporting account growth /li liSupport MD AMs in business development efforts /li /ul h3Operations /h3 ul liOversee the operational aspects of client engagements, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to scope /li liDrive adoption and continuous improvement of standardized processes, tools, and best practices to increase efficiency and consistency /li liIdentify and resolve operational bottlenecks, risks, or conflicts before they impact delivery /li liChampion research excellence by ensuring quality control processes are consistently applied /li /ul h3Education And Experience Requirements /h3 ul liFour-year college degree in related major (business, sociology, psychology, political science, econ, math, statistics, etc.) preferred /li li7-10 years of marketing research experience (supplier side experience preferred) /li liDirect experience with all stages of the qualitative and quantitative research process, methods, and analysis /li liGenuine interest in better understanding consumer behavior /li liExperience consulting clients/business executives on strategic and tactical insights /li liExperience with and strong desire to manage and mentor junior employees, with direct management experience preferred /li liAbility to work with teams in creative and analytical environments /li liAbility to problem solve, make decisions, and take initiative /li liStrong organizational, attention to detail, and time management/prioritization skills /li liOutstanding communication skills, in both written and oral form /li liHands-on advanced knowledge of and proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and SPSS /li liHands-on advanced knowledge of and proficiency with Google Suite (Slides, Sheets, Docs) preferred /li /ul h3Physical Requirements /h3 pThis position is primarily performed in a remote office environment. The employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods of time; use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment; and communicate effectively via phone, video conferencing, and written communication. The employee may occasionally need to stand, walk, and lift or move items up to 15 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role. /p h3What We Offer /h3 ul liRemote work environment and a corporate hub for collaborating and company fun /li liMedical, Dental and Vision plans (100% employee medical premium paid by the company) /li li401(k) matching /li liEmployee stipend to use towards health wellness, home office, professional development and so much more /li liPaid vacation (two weeks annually) /li liA generous holiday schedule, including three summer days and the week between Christmas and New Year's Day /li /ul pBovitz, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. /p pSalary: $130,000-$150,000 /p pFully Remote, (USA) /p #J-18808-Ljbffr