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At SSRS, the work we do has an impact. We give people the chance to be heard by conducting quantitative and qualitative research on a variety of topics including current events, health care, customer satisfaction, politics, media usage, sports, and more. Our team of critical thinkers has genuine enthusiasm for our work and a shared goal to connect people through research. We get excited about the inherent problem solving involved in survey-based research, and our process fosters transparency through collaboration. Our team is looking for a Qualitative Research Director (RD) to be responsible for implementation and oversight of qualitative projects of increasing complexity from study initiation through delivery of data and reporting. The RD manages, maintains, and grows existing clients and oversees all work involved in successful project execution. The candidate should have a sense of humor, organizational skills, and a love of all things research would be great, too. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with Account Executives/Vice Presidents in growing client’s business with qualitative solutions Train and mentor Project Directors Take ownership of projects under their direction Understand and execute overall project goals and objectives Prepare RFQs and proposals for clients Manage client relationship/ongoing communications Run study meetings and internal project team meetings Design moderator guides and recruitment screeners Collaborate with recruiters to ensure recruitment needs are met Oversee and lead cognitive interviews, in-depth interviews, focus groups, and moderate online bulletin boards Analyze qualitative data using a variety of tools including NVivo Write effective qualitative reports that bring the data to life Coordinate with client service teams on qualitative deliverables Monitor costs against budget Assist in preparation of papers for presentations/white papers to be used for promotional purposes and marketing Other duties as the needs of the business dictate Position Requirements: Masters degree in marketing, social science, business or equivalent combination of education and work experience 5-8+ years of related experience Demonstrated experience in qualitative interviewing/moderation Demonstrated experience in qualitative analysis and reporting Ability to problem solve/critical thinking Professional attitude and strong interpersonal skills Proficiency in Microsoft products Proficiency with NVivo Ability to lead and direct cross functional project teams Organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects while preserving attention to detail Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Physical Requirements: Ability to sit in front of a computer for long hours Application Requirements: Candidates are asked to submit a cover letter of interest, two writing samples, and a resume. Writing samples should be examples of qualitative reports that the candidate was the lead author of, either in PPT or Word. These items can be sent to lshaheen@ssrs.com , HR. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans. #J-18808-Ljbffr SSRS

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