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Research ManagerAt ACM we tell the stories of Australia. From the city to the bush, from the country to the coast, our trusted local news keeps hundreds of Australian communities informed, connected and strong.We are Australia''s largest independent media organisation made up of more than 100 leading rural and regional news brands consisting of community-based websites, daily and community newspapers, magazines and events. From the Canberra Times, Newcastle Herald and Bendigo Advertiser, our trusted news brands have been setting the agenda in Australia''s key regional population centres for more than 180 years.At ACM our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our business may be diverse but we are united when it comes to our vision and values. We take pride in our organisation''s values - We are creative, confident, curious and caring.The OpportunityYou would be joining the insights and research division of Australian Community Media (ACM) at a critical time as it shifts to a digital first, and insights lead approach.This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced agency-side researcher to join an internal team, while still keeping their agency skills alive and growing. The Research Manager role consists of two parts, the ACM Insights Team and Chi Squared Research. The ACM Insights Team supports the diverse needs of the commercial, editorial, marketing and Agri divisions within the ACM portfolio with high quality, bespoke internal research studies and strategic guidance. While Chi Squared Research, the external facing insights agency, delivers high quality regional and agricultural focused studies to external clients through panel access and bespoke research.Reporting to the Research and Insights Director, this position plays a key role in supporting strategic decision-making by managing research projects from brief through to completion for ACM''s diverse insights needs and the needs of Chi Squared''s clients.Focusing on full end-to-end project management, this role plays a lead role in implementing, managing and coordinating all aspects of a research project from methodology through to design, fieldwork, analysis and reporting.The successful candidate will have experience in:Quantitative and qualitative research methodologies, ideally gained through a market research agency, strategic consultancy or academic background.Questionnaire and discussion guide design, ideally with some qualitative moderation experience.Fieldwork preparation including survey scripting, and management.Quantitative analysis techniques, including experience in Q.Designing and delivering engaging, strategic reports and presentations to stakeholders and clients.Why you should join ACMACM''s purpose is driven by our passion for keeping our communities strong, informed and connected. We truly value independence and encourage you to share your voice by creating content you will be proud of with support from seasoned industry leaders through training and mentoring.Our employees also enjoy the following benefits:Lifestyle discounts - enjoy staff exclusive discounts, subscriptions, novated leasing and moreStudy Assistance - We will support you if you explore further qualifications and can support work-related tertiary qualifications and courses (subject to approval)Flexible workingBe yourself while you develop your career in Media - Grow a career in an environment that encourages your authenticity whilst pushing your development of journalism skills with respect to your local communityMake a Difference - We pride ourselves on making a difference for our audiences and achieving results for our advertising partnersNext StepsPlease press the APPLY button - we can''t wait to hear from you!We advocate Diversity and InclusionACM embraces all aspects of diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating a workplace which reflects the incredibly diverse customers, audiences and communities we serve. Candidates from all backgrounds will receive equal consideration for the opportunity they apply for.Disability Accommodation.For individuals who need assistance at any point in the application and interview process please contact the ACM Jobs team via email -jobs@austcommunitymedia.com.au