Fuel Cycle
Senior Research Manager
$85K–$110K
Los Angeles Office · Manager · Full-time · Posted Oct 15, 2026
- Experience
- Minimum 5 years of custom qualitative research experience; minimum 2 years of staff management in market research; minimum 3 years of client relationship management.
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
About the job
Leads qualitative market research projects for Fortune 500 clients, from research design and moderation through analysis, reporting, and client recommendations, while mentoring junior researchers.
What you'll do
- Design and execute research plans; moderate focus groups and in-depth interviews; ensure data quality.
- Manage client relationships, project timelines and deliverables, and present findings and recommendations.
- Lead and mentor junior researchers and coordinate work with cross-functional teams.
What they ask for
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
- At least 5 years of custom qualitative research experience, specifically interviews and focus groups.
- At least 2 years of staff management experience in market research and 3 years of client relationship management experience.
- Moderation experience of IDIs or focus groups; proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Nice to have
- Experience with a research vendor.
- Ability to stay informed about industry trends, consumer behavior, and emerging technologies to identify growth opportunities.
Pay
USD 85,000 - USD 110,000 base salary
Tools
Fuel Cycle Research Engine, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
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