Senior Market Research Analyst - Product

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Market Research Analyst - Product based in the United States.

The Senior Market Research Analyst will lead sophisticated research initiatives that shape product strategy, portfolio development, and business growth. This role combines market research, business intelligence, and data analytics to uncover opportunities across evolving markets. You will analyze labor, enrollment, demographic, employer demand, and competitive intelligence data to identify meaningful trends and strategic insights. The position offers the opportunity to work with large datasets and leading research platforms while partnering with both strategic and technical stakeholders. You will translate complex quantitative and qualitative findings into compelling dashboards, presentations, and actionable recommendations. Working with considerable autonomy, you will manage multiple projects while continuously improving research methodologies and reporting. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced analyst who enjoys connecting data, market dynamics, and business decisions.

Accountabilities:: Lead end-to-end market research projects spanning competitive intelligence, consumer research, labor market analysis, higher education, and emerging market opportunities.

Analyze labor market, enrollment, demographic, employer demand, and competitive data to identify trends, opportunities, risks, and growth potential.

Transform quantitative and qualitative research findings into clear, actionable recommendations that inform product strategy and business decisions.

Develop, maintain, and enhance interactive dashboards and reporting solutions using Power BI or Tableau.

Work with large and complex datasets from internal systems and external research and market intelligence sources.

Integrate information from platforms such as Lightcast, IPEDS, Qualtrics, and other relevant data sources to develop comprehensive market perspectives.

Translate complex analytical findings into accessible visualizations, presentations, reports, and executive-level recommendations.

Manage multiple research initiatives simultaneously, balancing competing priorities while maintaining high standards of accuracy, quality, and timeliness.

Partner with strategic, technical, and cross-functional stakeholders to understand research needs and deliver insights aligned with business priorities.

Identify opportunities to improve research methodologies, analytical processes, dashboards, and reporting practices.

Apply emerging AI-enabled research and analytical tools where appropriate to improve efficiency, insight generation, and decision support.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Market Research, Analytics, Economics, Statistics, or a related discipline.

5+ years of professional experience in market research, market intelligence, business analytics, or a closely related field.

Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining dashboards using Power BI or Tableau.

Strong experience working with large datasets and converting complex information into meaningful business insights.

Strong quantitative and qualitative research capabilities, with the ability to evaluate multiple sources and identify relevant trends and patterns.

Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and communication skills, with the ability to explain analytical findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Strong project management skills and the ability to independently manage multiple research initiatives from planning through delivery.

Experience collaborating effectively across strategic, analytical, and technical teams.

Experience with Lightcast, IPEDS, Qualtrics, or comparable market research and intelligence platforms is preferred.

Working knowledge of SQL is a plus.

Familiarity with Databricks or cloud-based analytics environments is desirable.

Experience in higher education, workforce development, skills-based learning, consulting, or education technology is advantageous.

Familiarity with AI-powered tools for research, analysis, or data interpretation is a plus.

Strong attention to detail, analytical judgment, curiosity, and a continuous-improvement mindset.

Benefits:

Fully remote position within the United States.

Full-time opportunity with significant ownership of strategic market research initiatives.

Opportunity to influence product strategy, portfolio development, and business growth through data-driven insights.

Exposure to large datasets, market intelligence platforms, business intelligence tools, and emerging AI-enabled research technologies.

Opportunity to collaborate with strategic and technical stakeholders across a mission-driven education technology environment.

Supportive and inclusive workplace committed to diverse perspectives and equal opportunity.

Opportunity to contribute to initiatives that expand access to affordable, career-focused education.

Professional growth through exposure to complex research projects, advanced analytics, and evolving market dynamics.

Competitive compensation and benefits package, as applicable to the position.

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