Usability Specialist III (Primary Research)

Job Details:
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced researcher on the Analytics & Research team in Los Angeles. As a research manager you will use 1P and 3P tools to execute comprehensive research programs. The insights driven by this role will help shape our understanding of our listeners and inform strategy for Marketing, Content Development, Sales, and Product. We are obsessed with our listeners and this role will play a pivotal role in enhancing our ability to continue to serve and grow our audience. This role is ideal for someone with a background in primary research, preferably at an entertainment or media organization, and a passion for getting into the mind of the consumer. You must be an avid podcast listener
Typical Tasks:

• Lead research studies for marketing, content, sales and product teams, including but not limited to episode testing, key-art testing, promotion testing, audience strategy and UX testing
• Manage routine data reporting and distribution mechanisms for continuous research initiatives
• Work cross-functionally on projects with internal stakeholders to understand and address their research needs
• Oversee all stages of qualitative and quantitative research studies, including design, fieldwork, analysis and reporting
• Aggregate and communicate research findings to key stakeholders, drawing insights and making data-driven recommendations to help shape the path forward
• Lead meetings and initiatives with senior level stakeholders both internal and external

Required Skills:

• 5 years of primary research experience in both qualitative and quantitative research
• Past experience working for a market research or consumer insights team at an entertainment company or research agency
• Must understand a variety of market research methodologies and their applications
• Ability to conduct research independently using internal tools without a research vendor (includes questionnaire writing, programming, QCing, data processing and reporting)
• Strong statistical proficiency with the ability to explain statistical concepts in an intuitive way
• Ability to effectively influence and communicate cross-functionally with all levels, exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to use a data-driven approach to problem solving and scaling
• Ability to adapt rapidly in a fast-moving environment with shifting priorities and the ability to react quickly, dynamically, and intelligently
• Strong client-management skills; ability to adapt to a variety of individual styles and approaches in order to deliver the appropriate insights and support each requires
• Experience with conducting research on ad sales and UX research is a plus

Top 3 Must Have Skills:

• Survey design
• Statistical Proficiency
• Data Analysis

About US Tech Solutions:
US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com.

US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.