The Insights Association (IA) protects and creates demand for the evolving Insights and Analytics industry by promoting the indisputable role of insights in driving business impact. As the leading voice, resource and network of the Insights community, all our revenue is invested in quality standards, legal and business advocacy, education, certification and direct support to enable our members to thrive in an ever-evolving environment.  www.insightsassociation.org

BASIC ROLE

The Director, Research reports to the CEO, works closely with the VP, Communications and is responsible for leading the association’s research and benchmarking projects, including those in partnership with other associations and industry colleagues.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serves as Staff Liaison for IA’s Research & Benchmarking Committee
• Oversees development of IA’s research agendas and work plans, working in conjunction with the CEO and Benchmarking Committee.
• Develops and maintains systems to support research coordination and goals. Manages the research process and keeps products on track for release dates determined in partnership with IA leadership.
• Fully manages research projects, including member communications, data collection and timelines, as well as conducting basic analytic and quality data exercises.
• Reviews and edits all reports and fact sheets produced, as well as other materials such as blogs, testimony and talking points as needed.
• Ensures that data is collected, processed, and reported in a way that centers equity and maintains the highest level of accuracy and integrity, and findings conform to IA standards for qualitative and quantitative research, asking for changes or additional documentation from policy staff when needed.
• Manage the creation, maintenance, and accessibility of data reports and dashboards.
• Lead and coordinate external partnerships, ensuring projects are completed to set time, budget, and quality standards.

• 5+ years of experience in Market Research execution and leadership
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail
• Proven ability in using data to inform strategic decision-making and priority-setting
• Excellent skills in data languages and software
• Experience centering diversity, equity and inclusion in data analysis
• Experience in data visualization, dashboards, presentations, and translating complex concepts for diverse audiences
• Experience in statistical analysis, including having conducted research studies
• A deep familiarity with the Insights profession and membership
• Experience in education, nonprofits, and/or with high-need communities, preferred
• Strong quantitative analysis skills and experience using quantitative analysis software, including experience with market sizing and B2B research
• Demonstrated success in creating evaluation and research plans, including developing indicators and metrics for success
• Demonstrated success in designing data collection tools and conducting data collection activities (e.g., surveys, interviews, focus groups) Self-motivated, tenacious problem solver with an ability to both follow directions and work without supervision
• Strong project management skills and the ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and work against tight deadlines
• Ability to work well with all levels of staff, members and on occasion, the media
• Proficient in Microsoft suite of programs