Ziff Davis is hiring for the position of Manager, Research Data & Operations for its research team. This is an excellent remote career opportunity for experienced professionals who have strong skills in market research, survey design, data analysis, research operations, statistics, reporting, and business intelligence.
In this role, the selected candidate will use fact-based research and data-driven insights to help clients understand consumers, technology adoption, business outcomes, products, and marketing opportunities. The Manager will be responsible for collecting, analyzing, interpreting, and presenting research data in a clear and meaningful way.
The position involves working closely with Research Directors, survey vendors, marketing teams, sales teams, content teams, and project management professionals. The successful candidate should be comfortable managing multiple projects, working with external research vendors, monitoring project budgets, ensuring data quality, and transforming complex research findings into actionable business recommendations.
Job Details:
JOB TITLE
Manager, Research Data & Operations (US Shifts)
COMPANY NAME
Ziff Davis / Spiceworks Ziff Davis (SWZD)
JOB LOCATION
Remote – India
JOB TYPE
Remote | Research | Full-Time | US Shift
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design and implement custom online and phone-based surveys.
- Work with Research Directors and external survey vendors.
- Analyze research data and identify meaningful business insights.
- Prepare professional data visualizations and PowerPoint presentations.
- Develop research reports and client-ready presentations.
- Convert complex data into simple, actionable recommendations.
- Create research content for articles, whitepapers, ebooks, infographics, videos, and marketing campaigns.
- Review research vendor proposals and monitor project costs.
- Manage external research vendors and ensure timely deliverables.
- Monitor data collection processes for accuracy and quality.
- Identify opportunities to improve research processes and methodologies.
- Collaborate with marketing, sales, content, and project management teams.
- Support the growth and development of other researchers.
ELIGIBILITY AND QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates should have 4+ years of relevant experience in market research, statistics, survey research, or research operations. Experience designing online or telephone surveys is important, while knowledge of Qualtrics can be an advantage.
Strong Excel, data analysis, research writing, presentation, communication, and problem-solving skills are required. Candidates should also have experience working with research vendors for sampling, translations, or related research services.
Knowledge of business software such as Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Salesforce, and Wrike can be valuable. Experience in technology research, technology marketing, or understanding the technology vendor landscape will be an additional advantage.
WHY CONSIDER THIS OPPORTUNITY?
This remote research position provides an opportunity to work with a global digital media and technology company and contribute directly to research-driven marketing and business decisions. Ziff Davis states that it provides competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, professional development opportunities, mentorship, employee engagement programs, and flexible remote or hybrid opportunities for many roles.
Ziff Davis is a vertically focused digital media and internet company with businesses across technology, shopping, gaming and entertainment, health and wellness, cybersecurity, and marketing technology.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested and eligible candidates can apply online for the Manager, Research Data & Operations (US Shifts) position. Candidates should review the job requirements carefully and submit an updated resume/application through the official application page.

