Research Associate
In short
As an ARC Research Associate at NielsenIQ in Vadodara, you will support global Consumer & Market Research teams by gathering, validating, and formatting research data. This entry-level, on-site role is crucial for innovation and internal research projects, contributing to client deliverables and business recommendations. You'll gain hands-on experience in market research methodologies, data analysis, and reporting.
Responsibilities
- Support project teams across multiple global regions.
- Gather data from different internal and external sources and ensure its accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
- Validate, review, and format research data for use in reports, presentations, and project deliverables.
- Support innovation and internal research studies throughout various stages of the research process.
- Prepare and maintain project deliverables using Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
- Work closely with commercial and research teams in a collaborative manner to support assigned tasks and databases.
- Conduct concept screening, validation, and re-validation activities in accordance with project requirements.
- Support report preparation and delivery processes to ensure projects are completed accurately and on time.
- Adhere to performance KPIs related to data accuracy, quality, and timely delivery.
- Operate effectively in a hybrid, multicultural, and globally connected work environment.
- Contribute to continuous improvement by maintaining process discipline and quality standards across research operations.
Requirements
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to data quality.
- Intellectual curiosity and persistence in finding answers to business questions.
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills and processes.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
- Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
- Professional behaviour, accountability, and a disciplined approach to work.
- Strong business acumen and understanding of research-driven decision making.
- Ability to work effectively under deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Confidence working with Excel and PowerPoint to prepare project outputs and presentations.
- Effective communication skills and fluency in English.
Desired Qualifications
- Knowledge of New Product Development (NPD) or Innovation Research.
- Understanding of market research methodologies and processes.
- Exposure to data validation, reporting, or research operations activities.
- Experience working with large datasets and research databases.
- Interest in consumer insights and business research.
Benefits
- Flexible working environment
- Volunteer time off
- LinkedIn Learning
- Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)
- Structured onboarding and comprehensive training from day one.
- Ongoing mentoring and support from experienced colleagues.
- Exposure to live market research and innovation-focused projects.
- Opportunities to work with global teams across multiple markets.
- Continuous learning and development to build future-ready skills.
- Experience contributing to projects that solve real-world consumer and business challenges.
- Career mobility across ARC, Operations, Research, and the wider NIQ organization.
- A collaborative team culture within one of the world's leading consumer intelligence companies.
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About NielsenIQ
NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View(TM). NIQ, is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population. For more…
Company
NielsenIQJob Posted
5 days ago
Employment Type
Full Time
Work mode
On Site
Salary
Negotiable
Experience Level
Entry
Locations
Vadodara, India
Qualification
Bachelor
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