Qualitative Research Analyst

Location: Vasanthanagar

Job Role:

Qualitative Research Analyst

Location:

Bangalore-Hybrid
Department/Team:  Analytics/Index and Policy

About the Company:

Kamakhya Analytics is a technology-driven research and consulting organisation helping leaders, parties, and institutions decode India’s political and policy landscape. We bring together survey science, data analytics, and strategic insight to answer complex questions about public opinion, governance, and performance. From ground-level fieldwork to advanced modelling and interpretation, every project is built for clarity, accuracy, and impact. Our teams manage the complete research cycle — design, execution, data engineering, and delivery — under a single framework of discipline, transparency, and speed.

Quality and integrity define our work. We apply rigorous controls in sampling and verification, maintain secure and reproducible data systems, and communicate results that withstand scrutiny. At Kamakhya, our mission is simple: turn evidence into strategy and insight into action.

Role

Summary:

We are looking for a Qualitative Research Analyst to join our Index and Policy team within the Analytics Division. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in qualitative and policy/market research, with a strong foundation in designing and conducting primary qualitative research and translating findings into clear, actionable narratives. The role also requires the ability to work alongside quantitative analysts to integrate qualitative insights into broader research frameworks, and to prepare high-quality reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct  primary and secondary research , including literature reviews, policy reviews, market assessments, competitor analysis, and data synthesis.
Design and execute  market research studies , including survey-based research, consumer perception studies, segmentation analysis, brand tracking, and behavioural research.
Integrate  quantitative and qualitative insights  to build clear narratives, policy recommendations, and business or strategic implications.
Contribute to policy evaluations,  impact assessments, needs assessments, and programme evaluation studies,  bringing a qualitative research lens to the broader analytical framework.
Prepare  structured analytical reports, policy briefs, proposals, and presentation decks  for clients and senior leadership.
Support  survey-based and mixed-methods research,  including consumer perception studies, segmentation analysis, and behavioural research, in collaboration with quantitative team members
Create  visual summaries, dashboards, and charts  that communicate research findings effectively.
Stay informed on  emerging policy debates, market trends, consumer research methodologies, and new data sources  relevant to ongoing and future projects.

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Economics, Sociology, Public Policy, Development Studies, Marketing or related fields
At least 3 years of professional experience in qualitative research, policy analysis, market research, or consulting.
Strong understanding of qualitative research design, thematic/content analysis, and mixed-methods approaches.
Strong knowledge of MS Excel and Google Workspace; familiarity with basic statistical concepts
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce structured reports, policy notes, research summaries, and client presentations.
Strong research writing skills, ability to understand and solve complex problems using a methodical approach
Proven ability to understand and visualise complex datasets and variables using Power BI/Tableau and or Matplotlib

Preferred Qualifications
4+ years of experience  in market research, policy research, consulting, think tanks, research institutes, development organisations, financial institutions, or government advisory projects.

Experience with  consumer insights, brand perception studies, segmentation analysis, market sizing, demand assessment, and competitive benchmarking .
Familiarity with  qualitative coding, thematic analysis, content analysis, and mixed-methods research approaches .
Experience developing  policy recommendations or strategic business recommendations  based on empirical research.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple research projects, work independently, and collaborate effectively across interdisciplinary teams.