Survey Research Analyst

S&P Global

Research Analyst supporting primary market research projects with a focus on survey operations and data quality at S&P Global. Client-facing role collaborating with sales teams and delivering high-quality data.

Posted 4/25/2026full-timeBoston • Massachusetts, New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $83,313 - $103,226 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Execute end-to-end survey research projects, including questionnaire design, programming, fielding, data validation, and deliverable production
Support both custom research projects and syndicated research programs
Collaborate with sales and project managers to understand client goals, and with SMEs to design research studies that meet those objectives
Serve as a client-facing research partner, leading calls related to methodology, survey design, and progress
Manage sample providers to ensure adherence to timelines, sampling plan, and quality standards
Monitor fieldwork and review data at key milestones (e.g., soft launch, midpoint, final) and recommend adjustments as needed
Produce and quality-check crosstabs and structured data outputs
Creation of PowerPoint decks, charts, and other research deliverables
Apply industry-standard research methodologies and data quality best practices
Ensure survey instruments are tested thoroughly prior to launch and monitored throughout fielding
Identify data quality issues and work with stakeholders to resolve them efficiently
Support operational consistency across projects while adapting to client-specific requirements
Work closely with internal SMEs on research design, and to support analysis and presentation of research findings
Provide operational and data inputs that enable SME-led insights and storytelling
Coordinate effectively with internal stakeholders and external vendors across multiple concurrent projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

BA in a related field (e.g., statistics, marketing, market research, social science)
3–5 years of experience in primary market research, survey research, consulting, or client-facing research roles
Strong understanding of survey design, research methodology, sampling, fielding, and data quality assurance practices
Experience managing multiple research projects simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment
Experience working with external vendors, including sample providers
Strong Excel skills and experience producing structured survey outputs (e.g., crosstabs)
Confident, professional communication skills, both written and verbal.
Experience using AI-powered tools to improve research efficiency, analysis, and content development is a plus.
Demonstrated interest in applying AI as a practical tool within research operations and workflows is a plus.
Curiosity and willingness to learn new tools, methods, and technologies as the research landscape evolves.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in-class benefits for families.
Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

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Hard Skills & Tools

survey designresearch methodologysamplingfieldingdata quality assurancedata validationcrosstabsExcelquestionnaire designdata analysis

Soft Skills

communication skillscollaborationclient-facingproject managementproblem-solvingadaptabilitycuriosityleadershipstakeholder managementtime management