Market Research Associate Jobs

Market Research Associate jobs are open across consumer goods, healthcare, financial services, and technology, at every level from entry to senior, with specializations in quantitative research, consumer insights, and competitive intelligence. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles135+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerAbbVie
Top cityIrvine, CA
Work type49% Hybrid
Top industryBiotechnology

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Market Research Director – Quantitative Research
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Market Research Director – Quantitative Research
Biovid
Bristol, Pennsylvania
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
Remote (US)
Master's degree
11-50

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Market Research Director, Oncology
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Market Research Director, Oncology
Biovid
Bristol, Pennsylvania
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
Remote (US)
Master's degree
11-50

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Principal Research Analyst - Regulatory Economics & Market Analysis (REMA)
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Principal Research Analyst - Regulatory Economics & Market Analysis (REMA)
FINRA
Rockville, Maryland
Business Analysis
Business Analyst
Data Analytics
$98k - $203k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in statistics
1,001-5,000

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Senior Fixed Income Quantitative Analyst, Risk Models & Market Research
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Senior Fixed Income Quantitative Analyst, Risk Models & Market Research
Fidelity Investments
Merrimack, New Hampshire
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
10,000+

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Market Research Interview / Recruiter
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Market Research Interview / Recruiter
Opinions, LTD
Barboursville, West Virginia
Customer Service
Customer Support
On-Site

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Market Research Associate Job Market

Who's Hiring

AbbVie6 open roles
m3usa5 open roles
JPMorganChase5 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
  • Technology & Software
  • Banking & Financial Services
  • Fintech
  • Investment & Asset Management

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in market research associate jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in marketing, statistics, psychology, or a related quantitative field
  • Proficiency in survey design tools such as Qualtrics or SurveyMonkey
  • Experience analyzing data with SPSS, Excel, or Tableau
  • Ability to synthesize primary and secondary research into clear written reports
  • Familiarity with consumer panels, focus groups, or in-depth interview facilitation
  • Strong written communication skills for presenting findings to non-technical stakeholders

Tips for Your Market Research Associate Job Search

Tailor your resume to research methods

Hiring managers scan for specific methodologies you've used, so name them directly: conjoint analysis, A/B testing, focus group facilitation, or survey design. Listing generic research experience without naming the methods loses you to candidates who do.

Highlight tools you actually know

Market research roles screen hard on software. If you've used SPSS, Qualtrics, Tableau, or any panel platform, put those names on your resume. Vague references to data tools read as filler and rarely pass the initial screen.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists market research associate openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target postings that match your research type

Qualitative and quantitative roles require different portfolios. Filter your search by the method before applying so your sample work aligns with what the team actually does, rather than submitting a generalist application to a specialist role.

Prepare a sample deliverable for interviews

Many market research associate interviews include a take-home exercise or a live data interpretation task. Bring a one-page sample report or a cleaned dataset you've analyzed before, so you can reference real work if the interviewer asks you to walk through your process.

Negotiate scope before you negotiate salary

Market research associate offers sometimes understate the actual project load. Ask what the first three months of research deliverables look like before discussing compensation, so you understand the volume of reports, vendor management, and stakeholder presentations expected of you.

Market Research Associate Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most market research associates?

The most active employers for market research associates right now are AbbVie, m3usa, and JPMorganChase, and the most openings are in California, Pennsylvania, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Consumer goods companies and healthcare organizations tend to post consistently throughout the year.

How many market research associate jobs are remote?

About 86% of market research associate openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting broad adoption of distributed research workflows. Roles focused on secondary research, data analysis, and report writing tend to be the most remote, while positions that require in-person focus group moderation or in-store observation are more likely to be on-site.

How do you become a market research associate?

Start with a bachelor's degree in marketing, psychology, sociology, or statistics, since most entry-level postings screen on academic background before anything else. Build hands-on experience by conducting surveys or analyzing datasets through coursework, internships, or freelance projects. Learn at least one data analysis tool and one survey platform well enough to discuss your work in detail. A sample report or case study you completed independently makes a strong addition to any application.

How do you get a market research associate job with little experience?

Focus on roles that explicitly label themselves as entry-level or associate and that list training in the job description rather than requiring years of prior research. Demonstrate method knowledge even without formal job history by referencing class projects, independent consumer surveys, or volunteer research work for a nonprofit. Employers in this field frequently hire candidates with strong analytical instincts and clear writing over those with unfocused years of generic experience.

What does the market research associate interview process look like?

Most market research associate interviews begin with a recruiter screen focused on your background and tool familiarity, followed by a hiring manager conversation that explores your research methodology and how you've communicated findings to non-research audiences. Many employers include a take-home assignment asking you to interpret a data set or draft a research brief. Final rounds typically involve a panel with a cross-functional stakeholder, such as a product manager or brand director, to assess how well you translate research into business decisions.

Where can I find and apply to market research associate jobs?

You can find and apply to market research associate jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and research specialization, then apply directly to each listing that fits.

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