Director Project Management

 

Director of Project Management

 

 

Location: Palo Alto, CA

 

Description

 

We are seeking experienced and enthusiastic candidates for the position of Director of Project Management on our Survey Operations team. The Director’s primary responsibility is overseeing survey research projects, with an additional focus on reporting and analytics. 

This position requires an energetic individual with the ability to adapt to a dynamic workplace.  Strong computational abilities and analytical skills are essential.  This position requires heavy involvement with survey data and coded scripts on a daily basis; individuals without a strong computational and analytical background are not encouraged to apply.  In addition, the Director of Project Management will oversee and manage a group of individuals, so leadership and communications skills are essential.

 

Qualifications

 

·         Candidates should have the following qualifications:
Minimum 3-5 years experience in a research environment

·         Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines consistently within a high-speed environment

·         Strong analytical skills, including the ability to analyze data and develop recommendations

·         Aptitude with statistical packages and data management tools (e.g. R, SAS, SPSS, Stata)

·         Prior experience or training in survey research and market research is mandatory

·         Management or supervisory experience preferable

 

The ideal candidate has performed quantitative research in either an academic or professional environment. Candidate should have a distinguished undergraduate academic record and familiarity with data analysis software.

 

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to: jobs@polimetrix.com . 


About Polimetrix

 

Polimetrix is the North American business unit of YouGov. Founded in May 2000, YouGov is a professional market research agency pioneering the use of the Internet and information technology to collect higher-quality, in-depth data for market research and public consultation. Based in Britain. YouGov has pro-actively recruited respondents from all ages, socio economic groups and regions of Britain.