Jury Research Associate

IMS Legal Strategies is a trusted partner to law firms and corporations worldwide, providing the expertise and technology needed to solve dispute-related challenges and protect reputations. IMS delivers strategic solutions for the entire litigation lifecycle, including advisory and analytical support, specialized expert witness services, data-driven jury consulting, powerful trial graphics, and seamless presentation technology. Our integrated teams have decades of practical experience in more than 65,000 cases and 6,500 trials.

“Together, we win” is the IMS company motto and a genuine philosophy that guides our work with clients, experts, and one another. From entry-level to executives, we are driven by five core values: 1) Ownership Thinking, 2) Humble Confidence, 3) Quality and Excellence, 4) Honor the Relationship, and 5) Operate as One.

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JOB SUMMARY:

The Jury Research Associate helps in planning and executing jury research projects, jury selections, and other jury consulting services. Reporting to the Senior Jury Consulting Manager, this position works under the direction of Jury Consultants, Case Managers and Department leadership contributing to pre-project planning, development of work materials, onsite administration and project facilitation, execution of research projects, and the development of post-project deliverables and other follow-up. This role requires strong organizational skills, critical thinking, superior writing skills, group facilitation skills, and the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with clients, attorneys, focus group/mock trial participants, and IMS team members. Proficiency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint, along with familiarity online survey programs and software for statistical data analysis is required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Pre-Project Planning

• Drafts written communications, as needed with clients regarding project logistics, deadlines, and meetings
• Works closely with Case Managers to support project planning needs and communicates with assigned JRCs on project planning progress
• Assists Consultants and Case Managers with demographics, project materials/questionnaires for research projects, including formatting and editing in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and programming using data collection software tools
• Assists consultants with development of agenda and project parameters

Onsite Preparation

• Facilitates in person jury research projects to include onsite attendees, ensuring materials and presentations from clients are appropriately coordinated
• Interfaces with jurors and provides guidance throughout the day
• Facilitates focus group participants during focus groups. Moderates mock jury participants and facilitates post-verdict interviews during mock trials and deliberation exercises with the oversight of a consultant
• Participates in post-research client debriefings when required

Post-Project Preparation

• Prepares post-test data for clients, maintains case files, and performs data entry of project data into statistical programs
• Assists in the development and formatting of research reports

Trial Services

• Provides onsite support during jury selection
• Facilitates social media searching and delivers content to consultants

Business and Professional Development

• Develops an understanding of the range of non-billable opportunities at IMS and seeks opportunities to be productive between billable projects
• Seeks out opportunities to learn aspects of jury consulting including social science research methodologies, juror decision making, client goals, juror profiling and case strategies
• Supports marketing efforts, including drafting project and trial services proposals, reviewing and drafting materials for presentations to potential clients and conferences

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Understanding basics of social science research methods, including qualitative and quantitative data analysis
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills
• Strong relationship management skills, fostering positive interactions with clients and colleagues
• Ability to work effectively in a professional environment, collaborating with team members and external vendors.
• Ability to execute duties onsite at a project for extended periods of time
• Demonstrates strong attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of the role
• Demonstrates strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to work independently and proactively, with a high level of self-motivation
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with proficiency in producing professional written content
• Frequent and clear communication with team members on expectations, deadlines, status of deliverables and work product
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Familiarity with Microsoft Customer Voice, Qualtrics, Power BI, Alchemer, SSPS, R and Dynamics is a plus
• Ability to use a wide variety of department tools and resources, including database and case tracking software

EDUCATION & TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• 2+ years of professional work experience is required. Experience in a law, statistics, social sciences, communication, or consulting firms is a plus

LOCATION:

• This position is 100% remote and supports east to west coast time zones
• 50 - 60% travel
• Must be located within 50 miles of a major U.S. airport

Our Employer Value Proposition Includes

• Competitive compensation package with 401K match
• Flexible PTO and 12 paid holidays
• Robust health and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, HSA, short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance, all with generous company contributions
• Career development programs supported through an integrated Learning Platform
• Talent Identification Program to recognize and reward our high-performing, high-potential team members through career growth opportunities and unique development experiences
• Values-driven culture based on respect, care, growth, and excellence

IMS Legal Strategies is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.