Qualitative Project Manager

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS ROLE IS ON A HYBRID MODEL BASED OUT OF THE PARSIPPANY, NJ OFFICE

Profile

• 2–3 years’ experience in qualitative research project management (agency or client-side)
• Strong understanding of recruitment and fieldwork processes
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Confident communicator with suppliers and internal stakeholders

Scope of the role

As a Qual PM at PRS IN VIVO, you will be part of a global team of project managers and ensure operational excellence and seamless project delivery in close partnership with the Insights team.

Your key responsibilities will be: 

Project setup & Recruitment management

• Manage project handover from Insights
• Develop and manage screeners (including approvals and translations if required)
• Coordinate and oversee recruitment
• Build and track timelines, ensuring key milestones are met

Fieldwork & Logistics coordination

• Book and liaise with venues, recruiters, and external suppliers
• Coordinate moderators and translators where required
• Organize fieldwork logistics (materials, stimulus preparation, shelf setups, online links, streaming, platforms, etc.)
• Monitor respondent grids and ensure quality control during fieldwork

Supplier & Budget management

• Act as the main operational contact for suppliers and partners
• Ensure smooth collaboration between all stakeholders
• Manage supplier invoicing and track project costs

What you will NOT be responsible for

The PRS IN VIVO Insights team leads:

• Proposal writing and client briefs
• Discussion guide development
• Moderation
• Analysis and reporting
• Client presentations

Who we are

PRS IN VIVO is a global leader in market research, specializing in shopper research, packaging tests, and product testing for over 30 years. PRS IN VIVO is part of the Ipsos Group.

With regional operations in the US, France, the UK, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, China, and Singapore, PRS IN VIVO supports clients worldwide. While many research companies focus on fast, low-cost solutions, PRS IN VIVO remains committed to high-quality, customized research leveraging behavioral science expertise.

If you are…

• Proactive and solutions-focused
• Flexible and adaptable in a dynamic environment
• Team-oriented and collaborative
• Accountable and ownership-driven
• Detail-oriented with high-quality standards

…and excited to be part of a global PM team delivering innovative qualitative research, we would love to speak with you!