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Job Title:  Research Assistant
Department: Financial Services
Location:  Princeton, NJ
Job Code: JR-RA-FS-PRN

Company Summary: 

Headquartered in New York, GfK Custom Research North America (www.gfkamerica.com) is part of the GfK Group (www.gfk.com), the world's fifth largest market research company. GfK Custom Research North America combines the global resources of the GfK Group with the local knowledge of North America's leading research and consulting companies delivered by more than 700 employees in the US and Canada. Beyond our sector-specific experts, specialty practice areas and research centers of excellence, we deliver unmatched knowledge designed to help our clients grow their business.

By offering access to several of the world's largest databases combined with a full-range of ad-hoc research services, GfK Custom Research North America delivers proven, state-of-the-art solutions developed from a 360° view of each client's market. These include GfK Roper Reports®, GfK Starch® Ad Readership Studies, GfK Roper Public Affairs & Media public release surveys and more.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

This is an entry level position responsible for assisting the project team through all research phases for assigned Financial Services clients.  The ideal candidate will take responsibility for routine administrative and clerical support tasks including reporting preparation and editing, verifying data, producing documents, and communicating with internal stakeholders on a variety of project-related topics.  Responsibilities include:

  • Assist the project team throughout research projects, from design to report analysis and production.
  • Ensure quality of data.
  • Prepare reports and presentations to communicate the study findings to the client.
  • Create and modify Excel spreadsheets (for example, pivot tables).
  • Create graphic presentations of data.
  • Edit questionnaire/survey items.
  • Monitor data collection procedures/instruments.
  • Enter data into databases and statistical programs and export into tables and other displays.
  • Monitor study performance in terms of schedule, quality and costs.

Experience & Skill Responsibilities:

  • 0 – 1 year experience in market research.   Knowledge of financial services industry and/or specialized research techniques a plus.
  • Aptitude for solving qualitative and quantitative problems. 
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks and/or assignments simultaneously. 
  • Ability to work effectively with management and research staff and operations staff in a team environment.
  • Effective and concise written and oral communication skills.
  • Proficiency with MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Education:

BA/BS degree

Application Procedures:

We offer a very competitive salary commensurate with your experience and a full benefits package.  Please submit your resume and cover letter via email to hr@gfk.com .  Your submission must include Job Code JR-RA-FS-PRN in the subject line of your email and provide salary requirements in order to be considered. 

EOE/M/F/V