Fuel Cycle
Senior Research Manager
Los Angeles Office. Posted a month ago
The role
You will lead qualitative research projects and serve as the primary contact for Fortune 500 clients. You will manage the complete execution of research, mentor junior researchers, and translate business questions into research plans.
What you will do
- Translate business inquiries into market research plans
- Design and program research instruments using the internal platform
- Act as lead moderator for focus groups and in-depth interviews
- Ensure data accuracy and relevance throughout the project process
- Lead and mentor junior market research team members
- Participate in training, coaching, and performance management
- Manage project scoping, cost estimations, and client communication
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver project components
- Analyze data and develop insightful results and recommendations
- Prepare and present reports summarizing research findings
Required qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field
- Minimum of 5 years of prior custom, qualitative research experience (specifically interviews and focus groups)
- Minimum of 2 years of staff management experience in market research
- Minimum of 3 years of client relationship management experience
- Moderating experience of IDIs or focus groups
- Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Nice to have
- Experience with a research vendor
- Ability to stay informed about industry trends, consumer behavior, and emerging technologies
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Equity Purchase Option
- Flexible Work Schedule
- 15 vacation days and 7 sick days per year
- 12 company holidays
- 4 floating holidays/recharge days
- Paid Parental Leave
- Monthly Internet & Phone Stipend
- Access to Rightway, Headspace, and Peloton
- Weekly community lunches, refreshments, and snacks at LA & NY headquarters
About the company
Fuel Cycle empowers organizations with agile research solutions and an AI-powered Insights Platform. They are a market research disruptor helping brands make customer-led decisions.