Staff Quantitative Researcher, Market Research

Headway

. Lead end-to-end market research strategy, from identifying key questions and scoping research plans through conducting research, synthesizing findings, and presenting actionable recommendations .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $212,000 - $265,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in advanced quantitative market research methodologies and the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights. Strong communication and presentation skills are essential for influencing diverse teams and promoting customer understanding across the organization.

Highest-signal resume keywords

PhD In Market ResearchAdvanced Quantitative Research MethodologiesSurvey Research Program ManagementAnalytical And Critical Thinking SkillsCommunication And Presentation Skills

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Hard Skills

Market Research StrategyStatistical AnalysisData SynthesisBrand Measurement ProgramDCM MethodologyQuantitative ResearchTrend IdentificationBusiness Problem FramingPortfolio DevelopmentSurvey Tracking

Soft Skills

Influencing SkillsCollaborationMentoringCuriosity About Human BehaviorProblem-Solving

Industry Keywords

Fast-Moving Tech EnvironmentUser UnderstandingCustomer InsightsResearch Practice DevelopmentActionable Recommendations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead end-to-end market research strategy, from identifying key questions and scoping research plans through conducting research, synthesizing findings, and presenting actionable recommendations
Develop a comprehensive understanding of users and the market using quantitative research
Serve as a survey and statistical analysis expert for the Research team
Employ advanced methods such as DCM where needed
Establish and run a brand and sentiment measurement program
Combine multiple data sources to synthesize insights, identify trends, and make recommendations across business organizations
Act as a strategic thought partner to business leaders
Help define problem spaces and inform development of new investments
Evangelize research findings and promote customer understanding across the organization
Mentor and guide junior researchers
Help build and scale Headway’s research practice

Requirements

What you’ll need

PhD + 4 years of industry market research experience, ideally with experience in a fast-moving tech environment
Or a Masters + 7 years
Or a Bachelors + 9 years
Expertise in advanced quantitative market research methodologies
Demonstrated ability to identify and frame business problems and opportunities
Portfolio of work showing direct impact from quantitative research
Experience in tracking survey research programs
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Ability to turn complex data and observations into clear, compelling narratives
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Ability to influence and collaborate with diverse teams
Curiosity about human behavior and passion for solving complex problems

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equity compensation
Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
HSA / FSA
401K
Work-from-Home Stipend
Therapy Reimbursement
16-week parental leave for eligible employees
Carrot Fertility annual reimbursement and membership
13 paid holidays each year
Holiday Break during the week between December 25th and December 31st
Flexible PTO
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Training and professional development
Robust health and wellness benefits
Meaningful ownership opportunities through equity