Research Specialist - Chemicals

The Chemical Research Specialist will support senior researchers and consulting's Chemical industry leaders on both Thought Leadership reports / industry PoVs, as well as client research projects globally.

Responsibilities will include leading small research projects and actively contributing to complex projects led by others. Candidate should have a strong research focus on both specialties and commodities. One must also have knowledge of industry sources and be able to critique them. A sound knowledge of the key issues changing the global chemical business and how it is converging with other industries. Knowledge on hot topics such circular systems, digitalization, advanced materials, energy transition is a must. A basic understanding of the oil/gas/refining industries, as well as downstream industries will also be important for this role.

Key Responsibilities include :

- Assisting and supporting the development of thought-provoking insights through market analysis and in-depth review of trends.

- Drawing on both traditional and innovative data sources and research methodologies to explore key questions.

- Analyzing large datasets and interpreting results using statistical techniques and data visualization tools

- Updating our proprietary in-house models and provides results to the practice when needed.

- Developing research insights and compelling business narratives alongside research leads.

- Presenting key findings in a structured and concise manner (with focus on insights).

Hard skills:

- Ability to use techniques such as secondary research, company and market analysis, strategic analysis frameworks, interview-based research and financial analysis.

- Strong analytical skills and a proven ability to make sense out of data, with ability to analyze, visualize, and interpret

- Able to learn and embrace new sources, tools, and skills, including alternative modes of research delivery/data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Qlik etc.).

- Compiling reports/analysis with clear storyline and results.

- A basic understanding of the role of digital / technology in disrupting chemical markets

- Able to write in a clear, concise, and compelling way

- Strong PowerPoint, Excel, and Word skills

Soft skills:

- Strong interest in the Chemical industry and Technology

- Intellectual curiosity and desire to learn more and grow

- Problem solver approach to work

- Proven ability to work independently, collaboratively, and virtually - in a global, multi-cultural, multi-time zone team

- Ability to present research findings to team and consulting executives

- Strong communications skills and good interpersonal skills

- Strong professional qualities: client focus, decisiveness, integrity, resilience to stress against stretch goals and deadlines

- Ability to work on multiple engagement.

Additional Information :

Reports to: consulting Research Chemical Industry Lead

Qualifications :

- A bachelor's degree, preferably in a science or engineering.

- A full-time master's degree in business, such as business (MBA), economics or equivalent is preferred.

Work Experience : 5-8 years of business experience, preferably in a consulting environment, think tank, financial institution, or other 3rd party business research organization or demonstrated equivalent skill.

Location: Bengaluru (preferably) or Gurugram, India

Preferred start date: As soon as possible