Manage the implementation of the primary research program for the People brands. This is a position within corporate Time Inc. Media Group that is focused on Edit / Consumer Marketing research and digital research for the People brand.

Key Responsibilities:

Support Research Manager and Director in objective setting, RFP development, methodology and design of projects
Assist with research project design, collaborate on questionnaire development, and implement fieldwork (with suppliers)
Analyze data sets and develop reports/presentations (with input from manager)
· Present key findings & insights for selected projects

Issue reports, sometimes jointly with the manager
Handle project implementation with suppliers, monitoring their performance (e.g. questionnaire, field, tabulation, costs, quality, and timeliness).
Add value through proactively leveraging existing research along with broader Time Inc. research knowledge and consumer trend information. Contribute to the research knowledge base.
Support departmental initiatives, and undertake special projects as directed by managers.

Skills & Experience:
Position requires solid project management experience with quantitative data analysis and database management; ability to be a strategic partner with clients and vendors; strong communication and relationship-building skills; knowledge of syndicated digital measurement systems a plus; excellent analytical capabilities; ability for innovative and creative thinking; good presentation skills; proven writing skills; ability to handle many projects simultaneously. Solid computer skills in Word, Excel and PowerPoint are also needed.

It is expected that an Associate Research Manager will usually have 2-3 years of primary research experience, involving extensive client contact. A four-year degree is required, (Social Sciences, Economics or Marketing preferred, including quantitative analysis courses).

Please send all resumes to Christine_powell@timeinc.com