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Preparation of policy briefs, desk research, regulatory analysis, client reports; * Continuous expert support on specific policy or governance requests, including on client calls and via email;

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for desk research in the United States is $23.89, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $26.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Desk Research job involves gathering, analyzing, and synthesizing existing information from various sources such as reports, online databases, academic papers, and market studies. Researchers compile relevant data to support business decisions, market analysis, or policy development. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to interpret secondary data effectively. It is commonly used in industries like consulting, marketing, and academia to gain insights without conducting new, primary research.

What does a typical day look like for someone working in desk research?

A typical day in Desk Research involves gathering and analyzing data from a variety of online and offline sources to provide valuable insights for your team or clients. You might spend time reviewing industry reports, compiling market trends, preparing summaries, and verifying facts to ensure accuracy. Desk Researchers often work closely with project managers, strategists, or other subject matter experts to clarify research objectives and tailor findings to specific business needs. The work environment is generally structured, with clear deadlines and the autonomy to manage your workload, making time management skills especially important.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in desk research, and why are they important?

To excel in Desk Research, strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in synthesizing information from various sources are essential, often supported by degrees in research-oriented fields such as social sciences, business, or information science. Competence with data analysis tools, online research databases, spreadsheets, and citation management software is commonly required. Exceptional organizational skills, time management, and clear written communication help distinguish top performers. These abilities enable accurate, comprehensive, and efficient delivery of research findings that support informed business decisions.

What exactly is desk research?

Desk research is a method used by professionals, including those in research roles, to gather and analyze existing information from sources such as reports, databases, and online resources. It involves reviewing secondary data to support decision-making, often requiring strong analytical skills and familiarity with research tools. This approach is typically performed in an office environment and does not involve fieldwork.
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Infographic showing various Desk Research job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 88% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,688 per year, or $23.9 per hour.

Research Analyst (Qualitative) - Custom Market Research

Bethesda, MD โ€ข Remote

Collage Group
Analytics and Business Intelligence Systemsย โ€ขย 51 - 200 employees

$55K - $60K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago


Job description

Research Analyst (Qualitative) Custom Insights & Strategy

Location: Remote 
Overview
Collage Group is the only cultural intelligence engine that fuses consumer, industry, and brand data to provide brands with insights on the why behind consumers’ behaviors – so they can act quickly to fuel revenue and brand growth. Powered by 28B points of data and AI workflows, we're helping 250+ of the world's largest brands to win.
Collage Group is seeking a Qualitative Research Analyst to join our Custom Insights market research team in our mission to help organizations unleash the power of culture to drive brand growth.  
This is a multi-functional role conducting custom consumer and market research across multiple  segments. As a Research Analyst, you will support key research project execution tasks, including analysis, report writing, project coordination, and recruitment/fielding support. In this role you will also leverage Collage’s intellectual assets, including breakthrough insights, strategies, and best practices to provide a complete picture of America’s fastest-growing, most influential consumers. 

Note: This is a Market Research position and not a business analyst, UX research, or evaluation research role.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with team members to ensure all project deadlines are met and project logistics are accounted for
  • Assist in all aspects of research across operational phases throughout the project, including data analysis, slide-building, quality control, fielding support and documentation, etc. 
  • Document client calls and internal meetings, including providing feedback to the relevant projects and ensuring documentation is shared with team for collaboration
  • Support client deliverables by creating slides, identifying case studies, syndicated data and desk research that lend to the overall insights and narrative 
  • Manage logistics around recruitment, fielding, research scheduling, vendors, etc., including identifying process improvements
  • Proactively communicate availability/capacity/contributions to the team

Experience

  • 1+ years demonstrated experience with market research and analysis, in a professional setting
  • Experience with qualitative research methods (focus groups, IDIs, bulletin boards, etc.), quantitative research experience a plus 
  • Intellectually curious with a passion for research and talking to people 
  • Entrepreneurial spirit, great attitude, and ability to work with tight deadlines
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a strong client service orientation
  • Equally comfortable in a team environment and with self-directed responsibilities
  • Advanced Excel & PowerPoint skills
  • Excellent written & verbal communication skills 
  • Experience managing participant recruitment or vendors a plus
Compensation $60,000 + Bonus

Invested in Your Well-Being:
We don’t just hire employees; we invest in people. Your health is our priority, which is why we offer premium medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your loved ones. We believe in a life outside of work, supported by a generous PTO program that includes 12 company holidays, a floating holiday, and a dedicated day for you to give back to a cause you love. We’re also proud to support growing families with 8 weeks of fully paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of path to parenthood. Finally, we help you build for tomorrow with a competitive 401(k) match—because your future is just as important as your present.


 

Details regarding our Benefits can be found on our Careers Page.

All full time direct employees must be authorized to work in the United States, and must be US-based. Please note that while we are happy to hire remote unless otherwise stated in the job description, we are only able to employ people in the following US States: CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, MD, MA, MN, MO, NJ, NY, NC, OH, PA, RI, TN, TX, VA and DC.

Important: If you have not interviewed directly with an authorized representative of Collage and you receive a job offer, do not respond or provide any personal information. This is likely a fraudulent attempt. Collage will never request sensitive information (such as your Social Security number, banking details, or passwords) before a formal interview process.

About Us: Collage is the only AI-enabled cultural intelligence engine that provides brands with curated, actionable, cultural insights to accelerate revenue growth. Only Collage fuses consumer, brand and industry insights from 26 billion primary data points to provide brands with unparalleled depth of insights on the why behind consumers’ behaviors. The combination of the always-on, easy to use, updated daily tech platform with the best-in-class cultural strategists provides a unique competitive advantage for the world’s leading brands. Collage enables marketers and insights professionals to futureproof their brands, identify and win with the fastest-growing segments, increase brand resonance and loyalty, and authentically activate across all the marketing levers. Founded in 2009, culture has always been at the company’s core. Collage is a National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) certified minority-owned small business.

Collage Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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