Role Description IDC, a global leader in technology market intelligence, is seeking a market researcher to join our team. This role requires a mix of analytical abilities, attention to detail, proficiency in research methodologies, alongside excellent communication skills to convey complex information effectively. The market researcher will play a crucial role in interpreting data, staying abreast of IT market trends and events, supporting their team with in-depth research, and working collaboratively to meet research objectives. The market researcher will focus on utilizing the latest market research methodologies and tools to uncover relevant data from internal and external data sources and synthesizing it into market research content assets. What You’ll Do - Support IDC’s market research agenda by conducting in-depth primary and secondary research into IT markets and their impact on industries. - Track, monitor, and identify IT industry developments to identify and report on market shifts, patterns, and anomalies. - Collaborate with internal subject matter expert analysts to achieve research goals and produce deliverables efficiently. - Participate in ongoing professional development and contribute to team knowledge sharing. - Synthesize raw data into information and meaningful insights and deliver tailored content components and assets that address key business requirements. - Contribute to the creation of written research studies and presentations summarizing findings for internal and external stakeholders. Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree required; (business, economics, management information systems, technology marketing, product management or related field). - 2-3 years of experience in market research, consulting, or analysis, ideally in the information technology sector. - Previous experience in roles such as market intelligence or competitive intelligence is preferred. - Outstanding written and strong verbal communication skills. - Proven ability to manage multiple assignments and meet tight deadlines. - Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with and across teams globally. - Experience with office productivity tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. - Some experience with any AI tools such as MS CoPilot, Google Gemini, Perplexity, ChatGPT, or other similar tools. - A strong interest in the IT market, including, but not limited in topics such as AI and data management, security, enterprise applications, enterprise infrastructure, devices, networking, telecommunications, application development, and services. - Understanding and interest in the application of information technology to industry use cases. - Flexibility to work both independently as well as collaboratively in a fast-paced, global environment. - Professional fluency in English. Preferred Attributes - Experience working with or for technology vendors, IT distributors, or in a market research/consulting firm. - Experience working in or analyzing emerging markets within the technology sector. - Knowledge of business models, go-to-market strategies, and technology adoption patterns in enterprise IT. - Intellectual curiosity, willingness to learn new market research methods and tools, analytical mindset, and a collaborative, supportive approach to teamwork. Why This Role Stands Out At IDC, your work helps shape how the world understands technology and where it goes next. You collaborate with curious, high-caliber colleagues who value rigor, integrity, and shared success. As the premier global provider of trusted technology intelligence, IDC equips business and technology leaders with the evidence they need to make confident decisions. Our insights inform strategy, investment, and innovation across industries and regions. Recognized by IIAR as Analyst Firm of the Year for five consecutive years, IDC sets the standard for credibility and impact. With more than 1,000 analysts worldwide and a truly global perspective, we combine deep expertise with practical relevance. Here, your ideas matter, your voice is heard, and your contributions provide the insights leaders rely on every day. It is meaningful work, backed by a culture that supports growth, collaboration, and long-term career development with a globally respected brand. Equal Opportunity Employer IDC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. Employment eligibility verification required. We participate in E-Verify.

• Establish and execute the quantitative UX research roadmap and data strategy for major product lines, ensuring insights map directly to business priorities, core customer satisfaction (CSAT) indexes, and product goals. • Independently scope and spearhead advanced, multi-method quantitative research studies (e.g., A/B testing experimentation frameworks, complex on-platform surveys, MaxDiff, profiling, and behavioral modeling). • Synthesize complex log data and high-volume survey results into actionable insights and strategic storytelling artifacts that inform leadership decisions and de-risk high-stakes product discovery. • Partner directly with Product Managers, Designers, and Engineers to identify research questions, define critical user journeys, and establish shared understandings early in the product life cycle. • Innovate within existing quantitative methodologies to improve team efficiency, operational pace, and user experience measurement capabilities. • Actively mentor junior and mid-level researchers, advocating for evidence-based research rigor across the organization while guiding colleagues on survey design and quantitative fundamentals. • Support the maintenance of internal insights repositories, democratize data tools across teams, and champion user experience metrics as direct predictors of core business outcomes.

Title: Researcher - Gender Equity Metrics (Temporary) Location: rEMOTE, United States Job Description: Full time job requisition id REQ-0000128597 Job Description The Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME) is an independent research organization at the University of Washington (UW). Its mission is to deliver to the world timely, relevant, and scientifically valid evidence to improve health policy and practice. IHME carries out its mission through a range of projects within different research areas including the Global Burden of Diseases (GBD), Injuries, and Risk Factors; Future Health Scenarios; Cost Effectiveness and Efficiency; Resource Tracking; and Impact Evaluations. IHME has an excellent opportunity for a Temporary Researcher on the Gender Equality Metrics team. This team produces estimates of gender-based violence for the Global Burden of Disease (GBD) Study and analyzes sex differences in GBD outputs and other indicators of interest. IHME Researchers (Payroll Title: IHME Research Scientist 1 (E S 8 SEIU 925 IHME)) analyze and produce key estimates for their assigned research team and will assess all available quantitative data – including those on causes of death, epidemiology, and a range of determinants such as education and income – from surveys, vital registration, censuses, literature, registries, and administrative records. Using established modeling tools and through creation of novel code, Researchers incorporate all relevant data to produce the most up-to-date and scientifically credible results. You will be integrally involved in producing, critiquing, improving, and disseminating results. You already have a command of epidemiology, statistics, disease modeling, or related interests, and we will help you develop an understanding of our core research and methodology. Our Researchers work with data and research professionals at all levels, and with external collaborators to take part in the intellectual exchange about how to improve upon and disseminate the results. You are expected to interact successfully with a wide range of partners and to describe complex concepts and materials concisely. Overall, Researchers are critical members of agile, dynamic research teams. This position is contingent on project funding. Responsibilities: - Develop a core understanding of assigned research area methodology and its components. - Under the guidance of experienced scientist and/or faculty, carry out quantitative analyses and statistical modeling to produce results designated on a given timeline as part of collaborative research projects. - Extract data from various sources and databases. Format, transform, review, and assess data sources to determine their relevance and utility for ongoing analysis. Understand key data sources and variations in these across and within countries. - Review, assess, and improve results and methods. - Apply computational and statistical tools and algorithms for the preprocessing, analysis, and visualization of source data. - Document code and analytic approaches systematically so that analyses can be replicated by other team members. - Lead discussion in research meetings about results and analyses to vet, improve, and finalize results. - Contribute to the creation of presentations, manuscripts, and funding proposals. Coauthor scientific publications in peer-reviewed journals. - Maintain scientific awareness and intellectual agility with data, methods, and analytic techniques. - Other duties as assigned that fall within reasonable scope of research team. Minimum Requirements: - Master’s degree in public health, epidemiology, statistics, biostatistics, math, economics, quantitative social sciences, or related discipline plus one year of experience with statistical modeling and quantitative analysis. - Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration. Additional Qualifications: - Experience or research with gender-based violence work. - Proven interest and some experience in a given disease, risk, key indicator, methodological area, and the related data sources and scientific underpinnings. - Strong analytic, critical thinking, and quantitative skills. - Ability to professionally and effectively communicate and work with other staff at all levels in order to achieve team goals for the analyses and related outputs. - Results- and detail-oriented individual who can initiate and complete tasks under tight deadlines and changing priorities both independently and in a team environment. Flexibility with hours and workload is key. - Working ability with at least one statistical programming language including R.. - Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. - Ability to work both independently and in collaboration with a team. - A long-term interest in a research scientist position contributing to the overall mission of our research. Desired Qualifications: - Track record of success in co-authorship on scientific papers, presenting results, and representing research at meetings. - Knowledge of machine learning, data mining, and analytic techniques. Conditions of Employment: - Weekend and evening work sometimes required. - This position is open to anyone authorized to work in the US. - Working internationally is only allowed for IHME sponsored work that requires in -country participation. - Office is located in Seattle, Washington. This position is eligible to work fully remote in the US; work schedule required to overlap 50% of IHME office hours, between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. Pacific Time as agreed upon between employee and supervisor. A COVER LETTER IS REQUIRED IN APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION. Provide three professional references, including name, position, company, email and phone as well the name and contact information for your current supervisor, including email. If you are not currently employed, please provide the name and contact information for your most recent supervisor, including email. Compensation, Benefits and Position Details Pay Range Minimum: $92,676.00 annual Pay Range Maximum: $111,816.00 annual Other Compensation: Shift: First Shift (United States of America) Temporary or Regular? This is a temporary position FTE (Full-Time Equivalent): 100.00% Union/Bargaining Unit: SEIU Local 925 - IHME About the UW Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Title: User Technology Services Specialist Location: Denver United States Job Description: Position Details University of Colorado | Denver Official Title: Academic Services Intermediate Professional, 2248 Working Title: User Technology Services Specialist FTE: Full Time 1.0 (100%) FTE | Hybrid Salary Range: $58,031 - $64,140 Position #00705575- Requisition #39835 Join the University of Colorado Denver About the University of Colorado - Denver Millions of moments start at CU Denver, a place where innovation, research, and learning meet in the heart of a global city. We're the state's premier public urban research university with more than 100 in-demand, top ranked bachelors, master's, and doctoral degree programs. We partner with diverse learners-at any stage of their life and career-for transformative educational experiences. Across seven schools and colleges, our leading faculty inspires and works alongside students to solve complex challenges and produce impactful creative work. As part of the state's largest university system, CU Denver is a major contributor to the Colorado economy, with 2,000 employees and an annual economic impact of $800 million. To learn more about how CU Denver helps learners meet their moment, visit ucdenver.edu. Job Description - Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers * The User Technology Services Specialist will support the work of the Ask Us Desk and Innovation Garage, two of the Auraria Library's dynamic service points. This includes staffing the Ask Us Desk, Innovation Garage, maintaining the Ask Us technology collection, and serving as the knowledge expert for the accessible workstations. The User Technology Specialist will support members of the Access and User Services Department in effective and efficient maintenance of their respective collections and responsibilities. The position will also identify opportunities for growth and development to benefit the library and the individuals in the unit and offers feedback and suggests upgraded services to the Ask Us Desk and Innovation Garage. As one of the primary service providers for the Ask Us Desk and the Innovation Garage, the User Technology Specialist oversees daily operations, ensuring the consistent application of policies and procedures, supporting the work of Access and User Services colleagues, staff, and student employees, and providing creative and assistive technology, circulation, research, and wayfinding services to users. User Technology Services Specialist What you will do: Customer Experience Spaces: - Acts as person in charge and knowledge expert for the Ask Us Desk; overseeing circulation, reference, and wayfinding, and general operations of the desk. - Acts as person in charge for the Innovation Garage; overseeing 3D printing, large format printer, sewing and serger machine usage, vinyl cutter, Cricut usage and other technologies as needed. - Meet user needs by answering directional questions about the library and campus, technology troubleshooting, handling circulation transactions, checking book drops, and providing first-tier reference, while providing a high level of customer service. - Collect and help assess data to identify opportunities to introduce new resources and technology for both the Ask Us Desk and Innovation Garage. - Assist in the management of resources, including computer maintenance, printing supplies, filament spools, and other Innovation Garage materials. Accessible Software Specialist - Be the knowledge expert for accessible software and resources in the library, including; the Accessibility Work Room, five accessibility workstations around the library, and the accessibility station in the Research Consultation Room. - Create and maintain asynchronous trainings for library and department use. - Remain current on technology and trends around accessibility. Technology Collection Support - Maintains the Ask Us Desk technology collection, which includes computer chargers, wired and wireless phone and device chargers, webcams, headphones, various adapters and dongles. - Provides appropriate record keeping, uses Library Services Platform circulation software to process materials, and conducts annual inventory of collection and report findings to Access Services Manager. - Tests and troubleshoots all technology to ensure items are clean and function properly. - Suggest replacement items, new items for the collection, and overall guidance for the Ask Us Desk Technology collection, including media kits. - Catalog items in the Ask Us Desk technology collection. Additional duties - Member of Library committees and task forces as needed. - Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications you already possess (Minimum Qualifications) Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire. - Bachelor's degree in library science, social sciences, fine art, communication arts, design, or related fields. - One (1) year of professional level experience in creative technology, digital media, or a related field. Substitutions: A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the Bachelor's degree on a year for year basis. Preferred Qualification to possess (Preferred Qualifications) - Two (2) years of creative technology, digital media, or related field experience. - Experience with circulation module functions of an integrated library system (ILS). - Experience in a library environment in a variety of access and public services including: - circulation, document delivery, and/or reference. - Experience in creative technology services work. - Experience providing support for accessible technology services. - Bilingual in Spanish, Chinese, or other language preferred. - Experience serving customers with disabilities. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities - Ability to develop, interpret and evaluate data, evaluate policies and exercise good judgment in the application, interpretation, and communication of policies procedures, rules, and guidelines. - Demonstrated ability to organize and complete complex projects with multiple deadlines and schedules. - Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally. - Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution. - Outstanding customer service skills. - Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion. - Ability to follow policies and exercise good judgment in the application, interpretation, communication, and enforcement of policies procedures, rules, and guidelines. Conditions of Employment - Occasional work during the evening and/or weekends may be required. - This position follows a hybrid work structure where employees can work remotely or from the office, as needed, based on needs of the library. - The typical hours for this position will be 10:00 am- 6:30 pm. Mental, Physical, and/or Environmental Requirements - While on site, tthe ability to sit for extended periods, stand and walk occasionally, reach with hands and arms, use hands to manipulate a keyboard and mouse, and have good near vision for computer work; often requiring minimal lifting, but may involve bending or reaching to retrieve items from shelves or drawers. - This position may be performed in a hybrid or remote environment, requiring the ability to work effectively in a remote setting. This includes maintaining a dedicated workspace free of excessive noise or distractions, reliable internet connectivity, and the ability to participate in virtual meetings for extended periods. Employees must be able to independently manage time, remain stationary for prolonged computer-based work, and transport necessary equipment (such as a laptop and peripherals) between their remote work location and the office as needed. CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Employment Sponsorship Please be advised that this position is not eligible now or in the future for visa sponsorship. Compensation and Benefits The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $58,031 - $64,140. The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.