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Senior Research Consultant

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$85 - $110/hr

... Consultant to join Reach3 Insights. In this role, you'll help drive business success across a ... Mentor & manage junior researchers on the project execution & client management process. * Bring an ...

Reach3 Insights

Senior Research Consultant

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$85K - $110K/yr

... Consultant to join Reach3 Insights. In this role, you'll help drive business success across a ... Mentor & manage junior researchers on the project execution & client management process. * Bring an ...

Reach3 Insights

Senior Research Consultant

Chicago, IL · On-site

$85K - $110K/yr

... Consultant to join Reach3 Insights. In this role, you'll help drive business success across a ... Mentor & manage junior researchers on the project execution & client management process. * Bring an ...

Socket.dev

Senior Research Consultant

Chicago, IL · On-site

$85 - $110/hr

... Consultant to join Reach3 Insights. In this role, you'll help drive business success across a ... Mentor & manage junior researchers on the project execution & client management process. * Bring an ...

ARC Group

Medical Research Consultant

Jacksonville, FL · Remote

MEDICAL RESEARCH CONSULTANT REMOTE ARC Group has an immediate opportunity for a Medical Research ... junior staff or team members on systematic review methodologies o Contribute to standardizing ...

Change Craft

Research Manager

Sacramento, CA · Remote

$75K - $105K/yr

Mentor Research Analysts and junior staff * Review research instruments and deliverables * Support ... Why are you interested in applied consulting research? The Fine Print Change Craft LLC is an equal ...

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As of Aug 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for junior research consultant in the United States is $26.96, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $33.17 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Junior Research Consultant assists in conducting research projects for clients, often within market research, business strategy, or academic contexts. Their responsibilities typically include gathering and analyzing data, preparing reports, supporting senior consultants, and helping to present findings to clients. They work under the supervision of more experienced consultants and are involved in both qualitative and quantitative research tasks. This role is ideal for those looking to develop analytical, communication, and project management skills in a consulting environment.

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To thrive as a Junior Research Consultant, you need strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of research methodologies, and at least a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as business, social sciences, or statistics. Familiarity with data analysis tools like SPSS, Excel, or Qualtrics, and experience with survey software and report writing, are typically required. Attention to detail, critical thinking, and effective communication are essential soft skills for presenting findings and collaborating with clients and team members. These competencies ensure accurate research, actionable insights, and successful project outcomes in a competitive consulting environment.

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Junior Research Consultants often juggle several projects at once, which can be challenging as each may have different timelines, stakeholders, and deliverable expectations. Effective time management and clear communication are essential to stay organized and meet deadlines. New consultants may also find it challenging to quickly adapt to varying client requirements or research methodologies, but supportive team structures and mentorship typically help with skill development and workload balancing.
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Infographic showing various Junior Research Consultant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 88% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 78% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $56,068 per year, or $27 per hour.

Jr. Research & Analytics Consultant

First & First Consulting

New York, NY • On-site, Remote

$60K - $67K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

ABOUT US
First & First Consulting is focused on leveraging innovative research methods in order to help our clients make more informed business decisions across branding, product innovation, marketing, and content. The consultancy is built on the idea that strategy should be data-driven and that analytics should tell a story. Our clients include brands such as Meta, Nike, Cash App, and Regeneron.
Our office is currently located in Brooklyn, NY on the border of Park Slope & Gowanus and will be moving to the Financial District in November.
THE ROLE
The Jr. Research & Analytics Consultant role is an entry-level position that focuses on working with both ad-hoc and retainer clients across industries to conduct analyses such as brand health tracking, concept testing, press monitoring and more. This role will primarily be focused on methodologies such as surveys, focus groups, and social listening, though you will work with 10+ analytical tools.
The salary range for this role is $60,000-$67,500.
In this role, you will be:
  • Aggregating, analyzing, and interpreting data based on a wide variety of data sources, including social listening, primary survey data, syndicated survey data, owned channel data, qualitative focus groups etc.
  • Writing, programming, and analyzing complex custom surveys
  • Undertaking complex data analysis to provide insights answering client business questions via reports and presentations using Google/Apple iWork, Suite/Microsoft Suites
  • Making strategic recommendations based on your combination of qualitative and quantitative research findings
  • Communicating insights and recommendations to clients in a clear and actionable way

A portion of this role includes analysis of social media posts published by consumers (and bots). As such, individuals in this role may occasionally be exposed to explicit social media content while conducting their day-to-day responsibilities. The ideal candidate has the capability to analyze this type of content professionally and approach it with maturity. While this isn't a substantial component of the job, it is one that we believe applicants should be aware of prior to applying.
ABOUT YOU
  • You're not a data scientist or a mathematician, but you love working with data and have experience in doing so
  • You're interested in understanding how social media and consumer insights influence businesses, in terms of products, relevancy, and influence
  • You enjoy client interactions, including presenting and public speaking
  • You've never really felt like you fit into a single box--neither left brained nor right brained, you thrive when balancing creativity with pragmatism
  • You enjoy jumping into a variety of projects and are comfortable with problem solving through ambiguity

QUALIFICATIONS
  • Demonstrates analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills
  • Requires strong Google Sheets / Excel (e.g., vlookups, pivot tables, data manipulation, conditional formatting), PowerPoint, and Google Suite skills
  • Strong presentation skills
  • Talent for synthesizing large quantities of information from a variety of data and sources in a cohesive manner
  • Uses and has in-depth understanding of key social media platforms
  • A love for telling stories with data and a knack for communicating your findings
  • Exceptional time management skills and comfortable in a dynamic, fast-paced environment working under deadlines
  • Rigorous attention to detail
  • Open and receptive to receiving and providing feedback

FULL-TIME BENEFITS
  • Hybrid work model, with a minimum of 3 days a week in the office and with options for remote weeks and one remote month a year
  • Education stipend program
  • Work-related travel reimbursement
  • Premium healthcare plans
  • Participation in company 401(K) program with company matching
  • New business and employee referral bonuses
  • Regular team bonding events, team happy hours, and lunch & learns
  • Generous paid vacation, including the week between Christmas and New Years

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION
First & First Consulting is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse team, and to creating and maintaining a working environment that is inclusive and welcoming.
USE OF AI IN THE APPLICATION PROCESS
First & First Consulting maintains a strict policy prohibiting the use of LLMs or AI tools to complete or substantially assist with any portion of an application or interview response for this position. Applicants found to have used AI tools in this capacity at any stage of the hiring process will be disqualified from consideration.

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