Careers
Ad Hoc Research is a different kind of market research company. And we can say that because we’ve created a work environment that puts people ahead of the bottom line. We want everyone who works with us to feel part of a supportive and collaborative team. And to be well rewarded for their skills, hard work and dedication.
From the moment you join our team, we treat you the way you deserve to be treated: like one of the industry’s best. And we offer perks that include a whole lot more than the standard compensation package. Perks like flexible hours, an open and supportive work environment, and unparalleled on-the-job coaching to match your unique skills and interests.
We want all of our employees to learn and grow with the company. That’s why we hold multiple training sessions every year, to keep everyone in the loop of the latest industry trends and practices. And we hold brainstorming knowledge sharing sessions every month, so the entire Ad Hoc team can bounce ideas, share information, and discuss new methodologies and solutions.
If you’re looking for a different kind of career experience, one with great perks, exciting projects and clients, and a real opportunity to grow… you’ve come to the right place.
Remote phone interviewer
Description of tasks
Do you want to work from your home? Ad hoc Research is currently hiring full-time or part-time telephone interviewers.Whether it's 2 feet on the ottoman or in the slippers, stay comfortably seated at home and join our team to conduct surveys over the phone.
- Conduct interviews and surveys on various topics by phone
- Ask questions by following pre-established questionnaires
- Record people's responses directly into a computer database.
Opportunities associated with this position
- Work from home taking advantage of a very flexible day, evening and / or weekend schedule, full time or part time
- Competitive salary
- Benefit from a reward system linked to performance
- Be part of a young and dynamic team
The Ideal Candidate...
- You must have very good oral communication skills
- You need to be autonomous, have interpersonal skills and know how to show empathy
- You must be available a minimum of 15 hours per week
- You must be comfortable with basic technologies: using a computer, downloading and using communication applications like Zoom
- Bilingualism and work experience on the telephone are assets
Required material
- Access to a working computer and high speed internet connection
- Landline or cell phone line
- Earphones or headphones with integrated microphone
- Quiet place to make calls
Quantitative Analyst
Description of tasks
You will discover, learn and grow!
More specifically, you will work on research mandates and actively participate in their realization, including:
- Planning and coordinating projects with various in-house teams;
- Having regular contacts with clients;
- Designing questionnaires;
- Implementing and validating automated reports and dashboards for recurring studies;
- Writing research reports and presenting reports to clients.
Opportunities associated with this position
Notwithstanding the fact that we are a very friendly team and that our values may be yours, to choose Ad Hoc is to choose …
- …an environment where you can grow and gain opportunities for growth and advancement (really :), our employees evolve very rapidly);
- …national and international clients, stimulating projects and innovative approaches;
- …a friendly and uncompetitive atmosphere;
- …flexible hours and a work environment without dress code;
- …bright premises and ideally located;
- …enjoy breakfast with the team on Friday morning where bagels and coffee are offered!
The ideal candidate...
- Holds a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Marketing OR in a related field. (e.g. Sociology);
- Bilingual: English and French;
- Has excellent communication skills - both verbal and written;
- Is organized and has leadership abilities;
- Demonstrates a passion for research;
- Is well versed in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint;
- Asset: knowledge of data processing software (SPSS).
Data Processing Specialist
Description of tasks
You will contribute to research mandates by carrying out the following tasks:
- Validation of questionnaires/interviews: respect of questionnaire logic, lack of extreme or impossible values, valid number of respondents.
- SPSS: perform the necessary recodes and variable creations. Provide cross tabulations and other requests from the project manager.
- Supervision of codification: prepare documents, brief the employees, evaluate the work done and answer questions.
- Progress in the position: ensure that the processing department improves its practices.
Opportunities associated with this position
To choose Ad hoc is to choose ...
- ... a friendly and uncompetitive atmosphere;
- ... flexible hours and great colleagues;
- ... bright premises and ideally located;
- ... the possibility of working from home regularly (even after the pandemic)
The ideal candidate
- You have a diploma in mathematics, statistics, or in another field where statistics are in the foreground.
- You have very good written and spoken French, as well as a good understanding of written English.
- Having experience, knowledge of SPSS
- Knowledge of programming languages is an asset.
Host / Hostess
Description of tasks
The host / hostess is responsible for greeting guests and focus group participants and ensuring the smooth running of the evening.
More specifically, the tasks consist in:
- Ensuring that rooms are clean
- Preparing and serving coffee prepared by caterers
- Making photocopies if needed and preparing any other material for the group
- Welcoming customers and participants and respond to their requests
- Taking inventory of the fridge and refill it at the end of the groups
- Storing the dishes and wash what cannot go in the dishwasher
Opportunities associated with this position
- Varied tasks
- Contact with our clients
- Being part of a young and dynamic team where team work is important
- Flexible schedules
The Ideal Candidate…
- Bilingual (French and English)
- Experience in customer service
- Versatility, autonomy and enjoying team work
- Available to work at least 3 days out of 4 according to this schedule: from 3 pm to 11 pm from Monday to Thursday
- Consent to variable hours (between 0 and 30 hours a week)
