Research Associate

Location: Chicago, IL|    Employment Type: Full-Time    |    Reports to: Research Director

Reporting to the Research Director, we’re looking for a curious and collaborative Research Associate to join Reach3 Insights. In this role, you’ll help support the end-to-end market research project cycle, from questionnaire development and data collection through analysis, reporting, and client-ready deliverables, working with smart, kind people who love turning human insights into clear stories, stronger decisions, and better customer experiences.

This role is open to candidates based in the Chicago region with a hybrid working model designed to support connection, focused work, and real life outside of work.

About Reach3 Insights

Reach3 Insights is a full-service research consultancy that helps modern brands move faster and get closer to their customers through mobile-first, conversational research. We design immersive, in-the-moment research programs, pair them with smart data science and dynamic storytelling, and turn insight into action.

As part of Rival Group — alongside Rival Technologies and Angus Reid — we're helping transform the insights industry through AI-accelerated, messaging-based conversational insights. Our work reaches consumers and business audiences in ways that feel fresh, human, and genuinely useful.

We work with ambitious teams and global brands, and we take the work seriously without taking ourselves too seriously. You'll find a team that values trust, curiosity, ownership, creativity, and having a good time while doing meaningful work.

What you’ll own

• Assist with the market research project cycle, including questionnaire and discussion guide development, data collection, quality control, analysis, and reporting.
• Identify and write up analytical findings, visualize quantitative and qualitative insights, and help create polished, client-ready deliverables.
• Work closely with team members and external subcontractors while learning market research methodologies, software, and technology platforms.

What you bring

• 0-1 years of relevant, hands-on work experience and a university or College degree.
• Exposure to basic quantitative and qualitative market research methods, the research process, questionnaire design, data analysis, visualization, and research technology platforms.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to ask questions, seek guidance, and collaborate effectively with teammates and external partners.
• A curious, analytical mindset with strong logic, numeric, and problem-solving skills and an eagerness to learn new technologies and research approaches.
• Excellent attention to detail and organization, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and timelines while producing accurate, high-quality work.
• A positive, collaborative, self-starting approach and a genuine desire to learn from and contribute to the team.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with questionnaire design, market research software, data visualization, online research methodologies, or technology platforms.
• Exposure to market research, consumer insights, data analysis, or another research-focused environment is an asset.

Why Reach3 for your next career adventure?

At Reach3, how we work matters just as much as what we deliver. We’re building a place where people can do meaningful work, grow their careers, partner with great clients, and enjoy the humans they work with along the way.

Fair compensation: We’re committed to pay equity and fair pay practices. The salary range for this role is $50,000 to $60,000, with final compensation based on skills, experience, and internal equity.

• Home office, internet, and cellphone stipends
• Retirement savings with employer matching
• Parental leave top-up

Flexibility and time off: Flexible ways of working, home office support, and comprehensive paid time off so you can recharge and do your best work.

• Hybrid or remote working model, depending on role and location
• Comprehensive paid time off
• Volunteer and professional development days

Health and wellness: Benefits that support the whole human, not just the employee.

• Competitive health, vision, and dental benefits
• Health spending account
• Generous sick, personal, and mental health days
• Additional health benefits with Canada Life

Our values

Our values guide how we work together, make decisions, and show up for customers and each other:

• Courage
• Results
• Energy
• Kinship

The not-so-fine print

You must be eligible to work in the United States to be considered for this role. At Reach3, we value the unique qualities and experiences each candidate brings. We personally review every application and do not use AI or automated systems to screen or filter resumes.

If you don’t see yourself fully reflected in every requirement above, we still encourage you to apply. Research shows that people from underrepresented groups often apply only when they feel 100% qualified. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity workplace committed to building a team culture that celebrates diversity, inclusion, and belonging.

Reach3 provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, age, ancestry, gender, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

We’re also committed to an accessible work environment and inclusive employment practices. Please contact our People & Culture team if you require accommodation at any point in the selection process.

Please note that, given our security and compliance certifications, final applicants may be required to undergo a background check. No recruiters and no phone calls, please.