Exclusive, Featured Senior User/Market Researcher – OA Journals – 12 Month FTC

£Competitive + Benefits

Our client, a leading and growing not-for-profit STM Open Access journal publisher, is looking for a Senior User/Market Researcher for a 12-month fixed-term contract to help focus on the needs and goals of the scientific community and further their strategy, mission and vision.

Industry Open Access Scholarly Publishing STEM

Function Market Research Qualitative Research Quantitative Research User Research

Duration 12 Months

Type Full Time

Start Date ASAP

Working alongside other members of the Research Team and cross-functionally with subject-matter experts within the organization, you will lead the execution of strategic research initiatives that empower internal and external stakeholders with information, insights, and evidence-based recommendations of high value. Key responsibilities will include:

Lead assigned qualitative and quantitative research initiatives, ensuring successful execution
Design efficient research plans, recommending sound methodology
Conduct research using a variety of methods to gain user insight including interviews, surveys, workshops and desk research
Analyze research results to identify key patterns and insights
Plan and coordinate recruitment and engagement of research participants
Ensure successful delivery against requirements on time and within budget
Directly manage the work of other researchers, including contractors and consultants
Operate as an evangelist for the scientific community internally, sharing insights and building organizational empathy
Provide support to staff conducting research work outside the Research Team.

Suitable experience includes several years’ experience designing and conducting qualitative user research and quantitative market research initiatives. Sound knowledge of market and user research best practices and methodologies along with strong analytical, problem-solving, project management, time-management and communication skills are required. Experience working with a distributed team across multiple time zones is desirable.

You will be rewarded with a competitive salary, benefits and the chance to work in an innovative, mission driven and truly collaborative environment.

To apply for this position, click on the Apply Now button below or send your CV to enquiries@telferpartners.com quoting the reference TP 647. For an initial, confidential discussion please call us on +44(0)1223632510.

Early applications are preferred.

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