• 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

Senior Research Analyst Location: Sacramento United States Job Description: Job no: 554797 Work type: Staff Location: Sacramento Categories: Unit 9 - CSUEU - Technical Support Services, Full Time, Information Systems & Technology, Telecommute eligible (work onsite as scheduled and/or as requested and telecommute as scheduled) Working Title: Senior Research Analyst Classification Title: Institutional Research Analyst IV Hiring Preference Eligible on-campus applicants in California State University Employees Union (CSUEU) Bargaining Units 2,5,7, and 9 will be given first consideration in the recruitment. Position Summary The Senior Research Analyst serves as a technical expert supporting Institutional Research & University Reporting by designing, developing, managing, and implementing research and analytical projects that inform institutional planning, effectiveness, accreditation, and compliance. The position is responsible for conducting complex analyses, building dashboards, managing institutional datasets, and ensuring the timely submission of reports to internal and external stakeholders. In addition to reports and dashboards for campus use, the incumbent also contributes to the preparation and dissemination of research findings for professional presentations, conferences, and other scholarly or systemwide venues, representing Sacramento State as a subject matter expert ensuring research efforts are visible and aligned with CSU and national best practices. This role contributes to advancing a culture of evidence-based decision-making by producing strategic data-informed insights, promoting data literacy, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across campus. FLSA: Exempt (not eligible for overtime compensation) Anticipated Hiring Range: $8,256 per month (Step 14) - $9,297 per month (Step 20) CSU Classification Salary Range: $6,382 per month (Step 1) - $9,297 per month (Step 20) Salary step placement will be determined based on relevant qualifications and professional experience. Salary Grade/Range:  1 Recruitment Type: Regular (Probationary) Time Base: Full-Time Pay Plan: 12 months Work Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm; other hours as required. Telecommuting Options: Hybrid work flexibility is available, on an opt-in basis. Department Information Who is IRT? Information Resources & Technology (IRT) partners with faculty, staff, and students to provide essential information technology services that support mission critical activities and innovative technology solutions that facilitate the accomplishment of strategic campus goals at Sacramento State. www.csus.edu/irt Minimum Qualifications Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in a related field and five years of relevant experience. Additional experience which demonstrates acquired and successfully applied knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. An advanced degree in a related field may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis. Required Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent combination of education and professional experience. - Demonstrated experience designing, developing, and implementing research and analytical projects of significant scope and complexity. - Demonstrated experience generating and analyzing qualitative and quantitative data, including statistical and data science skills. - Demonstrated experience in institutional research, assessment and/or data analytics/business intelligence offices - Experience with compliance and accreditation-related reporting (e.g., ERS, IPEDS, CSU, or equivalent). - Ability to design and apply predictive, inferential, and scenario modeling techniques to support decision-making, enrollment planning, program evaluation, and institutional effectiveness. - Proficiency in data visualization and dashboard development (e.g., Tableau, QuickSight, Cognos). - Experience with database management and query tools (e.g., SQL, PeopleSoft, Campus Data Warehouse). - Proficiency with statistical software (SPSS, SAS, Stata, and/or R) and ability to apply descriptive and inferential methods (e.g., t-tests, ANOVA, regression). - Knowledge of survey and evaluation research methods and ability to design, administer, and analyze surveys to assess institutional and program effectiveness. - Expert written and oral communication skills, including ability to present findings to technical and non-technical audiences. - Ability to document research and analysis processes for replication, troubleshooting, and continuity. - Collaborative approach to projects; ability to provide cross-training and promote data literacy among colleagues and stakeholders. - Strong judgment, critical thinking and collaborative problem-solving skills - Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in data practices. Condition of Employment - Ability to complete the background check process Preferred Qualifications - Master’s degree in social science, education, public policy, statistics, data science/data analytics, or a related field. - Five or more years of professional experience in higher education research, data analysis, or institutional effectiveness. - Experience managing complex datasets and automating tasks through programming/scripting. - Experience supporting accreditation processes, compliance, and mandated reporting. - Knowledge of enrollment management analytics, scheduling, and course demand modeling. - Strong project management skills including planning, scheduling, and coordination. Documents Needed to Apply - Resume - Cover Letter Failure to upload required documentation may result in disqualification. About Sacramento State Sacramento State is located in the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from State Capitol. The lush, 300-acre campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento, also known as the “Farm-to-Fork Capital,” is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half of a million. Sacramento State proudly serves as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and is recognized by the California Legislative Assembly as a Black-Serving Institution. The university enrolls around 31,000 students from the Greater Sacramento Region, throughout California, across the nation, and around the world. Our 1,800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission: “As California’s capital university, we transform lives by preparing students to lead, serve, and succeed. Sacramento State will be a welcoming, caring, and inclusive leader in education, innovation, and engagement.” As the regional hub of higher education, Sacramento State is dedicated to learning and student success; teaching, research, scholarship and creative activity; justice, diversity, equity and inclusion; resource development and sustainability; dedicated community engagement, and wellness and safety. As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code, Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching and learning. To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family, please visit the Why Sac State? page. Equal Employment Opportunity California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.

Title: Part-time Human Research Technologist Location: Hershey United States Part time Job Description: JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS The Penn State College of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health, in Hershey, PA, is seeking a candidate for a PT Human Research Technologist to explain study aspects and procedures, maintain lab equipment, apply electrodes and monitor overnight sleep studies. As a sleep technician, the position will be accountable for all overnight sleep research recordings (including consecutive night studies) for clinical trials in human subjects; monitor and track research study files to ensure quality control of data collected. Work Hours: 3rd shift, including some weekends. This position is up to 40 hours a week for a maximum assignment length of 16 weeks. The successful candidate will be responsible for the following: - Accountable for all overnight sleep research recordings; monitor and track research studies to ensure quality control. - Perform PSGs and participate in the collection of Actigraphy, and other research participant data. - Maintain supplies for sleep laboratory as well as recording equipment to ensure it is in working order at all times for research studies. - Collect and analyze biological samples (saliva, urine) - Participate in aspects of sleep data management for assigned projects including: update and maintain databases; resolve problem data issues; track data collection forms, and other project materials; perform verification procedures. - Collaborate with project coordinators, clinical investigators, clinical personnel, and other data management personnel to plan and implement sleep data management tasks for research projects. Work Hours: Part time, up to 40 hours per week, for 16 weeks. PRN hours, working 3rd shift, including weekends, 8:30 pm-8:30 am Qualifications: Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) strongly preferred. Will consider candidates with prior training in sleep studies who have suitable work experience. BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.