Research Associate - Spiegel Research Center

at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Job Opening Id: 50688

Department: Medill - Integrated Mktg Comm
Salary/Grade: RES/


Northwestern University Medill School of Journalism, Media, Integrated Marketing Communications is a leader in education and research. As the media industry experiences unprecedented change, Medill is at the forefront of innovation. Our expert teaching and thought leadership focus on enduring skills and values as well as new techniques and technologies that are changing the way stories are told and consumed in today's digital world. In recently celebrating our 100th year in 2021, our experience in leading the fields of journalism and IMC is unparalleled.

Medill offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in journalism, and an undergraduate certificate and graduate degree in integrated marketing communications. The Medill community is tight-knit and supportive. It consists of 100 faculty, 60 staff, 1,200 students and 18,000 alumni. The diversity of the Medill community has been a source of innovation, excellence and leadership throughout our history. Today Medill continues its commitment to creating an inclusive environment and to providing equity in opportunities regarding research, teaching, administration and student services. We aim to welcome students, staff and faculty from diverse backgrounds and support them so they may thrive at Medill.

This position will be on-site on the Evanston campus for a minimum of two days per week, while the remaining time is allowed to be worked remotely. This remote working arrangement will be evaluated on a regular basis and may be changed based on business and operational needs.

Job Summary:       

The mission of the Medill Spiegel Research Center (SRC) is to conduct applied research on integrated marketing to improve integrated marketing communications practice. The Research Associate will perform components of research projects and programs as directed by senior members of the research team. This is a newly created position to accommodate expanded SRC research and thought leadership.

Please note: The target budgeted salary for this position is $60,000 - $65,000 annually. Offers will be based on candidate experience and education, as well as equity within Northwestern University. 

Please note: The target budgeted salary for this position is $60,000 - $65,000 annually. Offers will be based on candidate experience and education, as well as equity within Northwestern University. 

Please note: The target budgeted salary for this position is $60,000 - $65,000 annually. Offers will be based on candidate experience and education, as well as equity within Northwestern University. 

Please note: The target bud