Role Description: Research Manager
As a Research Manager, you will oversee and manage the research team, ensuring that projects are executed efficiently, on time, and aligned with business objectives. You will be responsible for planning, organizing, and supervising research activities, guiding the team in data collection, analysis, and report generation. Your role will also involve developing research strategies, ensuring quality control, and collaborating with other departments to integrate research findings into business strategies and decision-making processes.
In addition to managing day-to-day research operations, you will be tasked with identifying new research opportunities, refining research methodologies, and fostering innovation in how research is conducted. You will lead by example, ensuring the team adheres to best practices in research methods, ethics, and data management. You will also be expected to communicate research results to stakeholders through reports, presentations, and discussions, providing actionable insights that drive business decisions.
Qualifications:- Educational Background:
- Bachelor's degree in Research, Business Administration, Statistics, Social Sciences, Economics, or a related field.
- Master's degree or higher in a specialized field is often preferred, depending on the industry (e.g., Market Research, Data Science, Psychology, Public Health).
- Experience:
- Proven experience (typically 5+ years) in research, with at least 2+ years in a management or leadership role.
- Experience in managing research projects and teams, from concept through to analysis and report generation.
- Familiarity with a range of research methodologies, including qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods.
- Research & Analytical Skills:
- Strong expertise in designing research methodologies and selecting the appropriate research tools for specific projects.
- Ability to analyze large datasets and draw meaningful conclusions to present to stakeholders.
- Experience using statistical software and data analysis tools such as SPSS, R, SAS, or Excel.
- Knowledge of survey design, market research, customer insights, or social research methodologies.
- Project Management Skills:
- Strong project management skills to handle multiple research projects simultaneously, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
- Proficiency in using project management tools (e.g., Trello, Asana, Microsoft Project) to manage timelines, resources, and tasks.
- Ability to prioritize and allocate resources effectively, ensuring team members are assigned appropriate tasks based on their strengths.
- Leadership & Team Management:
- Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to inspire and guide a research team to produce high-quality results.
- Ability to develop and coach team members, helping them grow their skills and knowledge in research methodologies.
- Conflict resolution and team collaboration skills to ensure smooth workflow and high morale.
- Communication & Presentation Skills:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly present complex research findings to senior management, clients, or stakeholders.
- Experience in preparing comprehensive research reports, executive summaries, and presentations that translate data into actionable insights.
- Ability to lead presentations and discussions, articulating research methodologies, findings, and their business implications.
- Problem-Solving & Innovation:
- Ability to identify issues or gaps in research processes and develop strategies to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
- A creative and innovative approach to conducting research, utilizing new technologies, techniques, or data sources to enhance the quality of insights.
- Ethics & Data Integrity:
- A strong understanding of research ethics, ensuring that all research activities comply with legal, ethical, and industry standards.
- Expertise in maintaining data integrity and confidentiality, ensuring that research findings are accurate and reliable.
