Role Description This position is under the China AI & Data Management Domain, specifically focusing on China data management and analytics, AI, and Open Source technologies. This position also requires creating robust and market-leading research content and delivering consulting projects. What You’ll Do - Independent Research: Collect first-hand data and product strategy information on data analytics, data agents, and open source model vendors in the market, and investigate the latest progress and differentiated features of leading products. - Business Analysis: Analyze and assess the development trends of data management and data analytic tools, open source models. Create in-depth analysis on market trends, competitor analysis, product assessments, and market forecasts. - Report Writing: Create market research, data analysis, market trend forecasting, and product evaluation reports. - Consulting Services: Provide clients with technical, product, and market consulting services related to data management and analytic market. Qualifications - Master's degree or above, preferably in software engineering, computer science, mathematics, or related fields. - Strong English proficiency, enabling independent research on cutting-edge technologies, mainstream products, and commercialization progress of the global data and AI market. - Over 3 years of work experience in the IT field, preferably in data analytics, software development, Cloud, or AI domains. - Fundamental knowledge in software/Cloud development. - Deep understanding of Cloud architecture; knowledge of Open Source would be a huge plus. - Demonstrate independent research capabilities, deep analytical thinking, rigorous logic, and the ability to independently write reports and deliver consulting projects. - Must be able to communicate clearly in Mandarin and English in a business environment; public speaking experience would be a plus. - Must be able to create written content in Chinese and English. Benefits - Equal Opportunity Employer: IDC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. - Employment eligibility verification required. We participate in E-Verify. Company Description 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.

• Contribute to research design decisions, including selection of methods, measures, and study designs appropriate for literacy and language evaluations. • Develop data collection protocols. • Collect and prepare data for and conduct quantitative and qualitative data analysis. • Analyze data to measure the effectiveness of educational programs and interventions. • Develop tables, figures, and data displays that communicate findings clearly to research and practitioner audiences. • Analyze and synthesize qualitative data from interviews, observations, and documents using systematic coding and analytic approaches. • Conduct literature reviews, including the identification and gathering of relevant research. • Lead the development of project plans and timelines to produce timely, high-quality deliverables. • Build productive working relationships to coordinate shared work and accomplish project goals. • Communicate with study participants and stakeholders to coordinate fieldwork and maintain project momentum. • Develop and manage IRB documentation and approvals and data sharing agreements. • Write and present findings in formats tailored to research and practitioner audiences, including reports, memos, policy briefs, and presentations. • Contribute to the creation of proposals and outreach efforts that advance the goals of the Literacy Team.

• Desk research: Reviewing and collecting information from secondary sources • Storechecks: Visiting retail stores and points of sales to record product information • Trade interviews: Conducting face to face or phone interviews with different key players of the value chain: manufacturers, suppliers, distributors • Data building: Collecting and manipulating data points in order to build market sizes, brand participation, etc. • Analysis: Analysing quantitative and qualitative data / information - Hypothesis testing

Role Description This position is for self-employed contract work only. All work is coordinated remotely. Please note this opportunity is for contract/per project work in Belgium (we would contact you when a project is available and fits your background, send you an offer to work in that specific project for a given period of time and pay you after you complete all required deliverables). We rely on our freelance local contributors to help us carry out research locally - working remotely with our Project Managers, once assigned to a specific project. Our research addresses the following types of questions in order to deliver insightful business intelligence: - How much fruit juice was sold in this region this year? Why did sales increase/decline over the previous year? What companies are the leading players? What share of sales is held by the leading brands? - Is there a market for this product in X country? What channels could it be sold through? How should the product be positioned to maximize its potential? - Why is company X doing better than company Y? What strategy is being employed and how is this supported operationally? Main Tasks Required: - Desk research: Reviewing and collecting information from secondary sources - Storechecks: Visiting retail stores and points of sales to record product information - Trade interviews: Conducting face to face or phone interviews with different key players of the value chain: manufacturers, suppliers, distributors - Data building: Collecting and manipulating data points in order to build market sizes, brand participation, etc. - Analysis: Analysing quantitative and qualitative data / information - Hypothesis testing By sending your resume you are agreeing to our privacy policy and opting in to recruitment communication for 24 months. You may opt out at any time. Qualifications - Must be Located in Belgium - Minimum availability of 30 hours per week when working in projects - University title (4+ years), preferably in areas where strong analytical skills are required (Business, Economics, Marketing, Sociology, Anthropology, etc.) - Fluency in English - Previous experience working remotely or on a project basis - Tenacity in the pursuit of information and a keen attention to detail - Strong communication skills - conducting interviews with industry players is a key part of projects - Excellent time-management, organization and self-motivation skills - High level of numeracy - Ability to work with, analyse, and interpret data - Proven proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) Benefits - Continuous training in our market research methodologies - Collaboration with an international team - The ability to contribute to research projects for top multinationals in key industries such as Beauty and Personal Care, Packaged Foods, Consumer Health, etc. - The opportunity to develop and position yourself as a local market research expert - Flexible remote work - Comprehensive compensation