Project Manager: Quantitative Research
Keywords: Research Operations, Market Research, Project Manager, Entry Level, Data Analyst, Survey programmer, Data processing, Quantitative Research, Online Sample
OVERVIEW
Obsurvant was founded with the aim of removing barriers to online research through innovation, consultation and the most efficient approach to data collection. We deliver insights to clients of all sizes recently including up and coming FMCG brands, music festivals, consultancies and market research agencies.
As we grow, we’re excited to grow our team in Amsterdam. This role offers the chance to dive into all areas of quantitative online research, delivering both sample-only projects and comprehensive full-service studies.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Equipped with all the technical skills and expertise required to:
- Manage and Execute Sample-Only Projects: Oversee the entire project lifecycle within our software, from implementing precise sample plans to closely liaising with clients, ensuring their research objectives are met with accuracy and efficiency.
- Survey Programming: Review and program surveys, incorporating advanced question logic, customisations, and dynamic elements to enhance respondent engagement and data quality.
- Quality Assurance: Conduct thorough quality control checks on all outputs, including meticulous testing of survey links, data tables and respondent’s open end answers.
- Data Management: Perform data cleaning, processing, and tabulation, transforming raw survey data into actionable insights.
- Project Feasibility Assessment: Evaluate the feasibility and complexity of quantitative research projects, providing clients with realistic timelines.
- Methodology Review: Critically review survey scripts, while ensuring compliance and maximising respondent engagement.
- Client Communication: Serve as the technical point of contact for clients, offering guidance and support throughout the research process, and ensuring that their expectations are exceeded.
- Continuous Improvement: Identify areas for process enhancement and contribute to the ongoing development of our best practices in sample-only project management.
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with the teams to ensure seamless project delivery.
SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES
- Understanding of Online Quantitative Research Methods and Research Landscape: You possess a foundation in online quantitative research either from your education or through your early career.
- Tech-Savvy: Proficient in Excel and Google Suite, with experience in survey programming tools, sampling tools, SPSS, and research design as a significant advantage.
- Meticulous Attention to Detail: You are the final checkpoint for our outputs, ensuring everything is flawless before it reaches our clients.
- Proactive Problem Solver: You approach every challenge with logic and foresight, finding solutions before issues escalate.
- Analytical Mindset: You excel at dissecting complex problems.
- Team Player: You thrive in a collaborative environment, always ready to lend a hand and support your colleagues.
- Positive and Optimistic Attitude: You maintain a can-do spirit, bringing energy and enthusiasm to every project.
- Obsurvant: You notice even the smallest details.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- At least one year of account or project management experience or experience as part of your degree working with surveys
- Experience in market research strongly desired, especially online quantitative fieldwork
- Experience in survey programming preferred – Ideally Qualtrics / Forsta
- Experience in SPSS or any other statistical software
- Bonus points for speaking additional languages
BENEFITS
- Fair salary – this is an entry level position but ultimately based on experience
- Yearly bonus scheme based on company performance
- Macbook and home setup for work provided
- Flexible working and mandatory lunch breaks – we actively encourage time off to pursue hobbies or exercise
- Just the right amount of team activities
- 25 days holiday
- One festival ticket of your choosing a year
- We’re looking for a problem solver to join our team and take us to the next level
Please submit all applications via email to: recruitment@obsurvant.com
Applications should include your CV and a brief cover letter, outlining your interest in the role.