Sr Researcher, Measurement Science Ads

@ Uber

About The Role

Uber Advertising's Strategic Insights team is seeking a passionate storyteller and process innovator to lead the development of scalable thought leadership initiatives that elevate our market positioning. This role combines deep data analytics, market research expertise, and comfort in navigating syndicated research and consumer sentiment data to create compelling white papers and industry reports that resonate with advertising clients and their executive teams.

You will own the roadmap for developing scalable thought leadership, managing the entire lifecycle from identifying research priorities and defining methodology to executing research and building impactful go-to-market plans with our internal partners. Working closely with Sales, Strategy, Marketing, and Tech teams, you'll transform complex data from multiple sources into strategic narratives that drive business decisions and position Uber Advertising as a thought leader in the industry.

What You'll Do

Research Leadership & Thought Leadership Development: Lead the conception, design, and execution of large-scale research initiatives that blend first-party platform data, third-party research, and consumer sentiment studies. Develop clear research objectives and manage vendor relationships to ensure methodology standards and deliverable quality. Create and document scalable research frameworks, analysis workflows, and narrative templates for independent production of high-quality content. Build repeatable processes for transforming complex data into compelling white papers and industry reports aimed at advertising clients and C-suite stakeholders.

Process Innovation & Automation Leadership: Architect automated data integration workflows that combine behavioral data with syndicated research findings. Leverage AI tools and emerging technologies to scale insight generation, pattern recognition, and preliminary analysis. Design and implement systematic approaches to research planning, vendor management, data analysis, and content creation. Develop comprehensive documentation and training materials to support team scaling and knowledge transfer.

Strategic Client Engagement & Presentation Excellence: Transform analytical findings into executive-level presentations and reports that drive strategic decisions internally and externally. Present complex consumer behavior insights and market dynamics in compelling formats. Build client relationships through thought leadership content showcasing Uber's unique consumer insights and market understanding, and collaborate cross-functionally to support business development and retention efforts.

Team Leadership & Capability Building: Establish quality control and review procedures to ensure consistent, high-quality deliverables. Foster a culture of innovation, organization, and continuous improvement within the insights team.

Basic Qualifications

• 4+ years' experience in consumer insights, data analytics, market research, or strategic consulting with experience analyzing first and third party research data and consumer sentiment studies.

• 3+ years' experience leading cross-functional projects, managing vendor relationships, and developing scalable research frameworks or processes.

• Exceptional presentation skills with ability to translate complex analytical findings into executive narratives.

• Passion for process automation, with an interest in leveraging AI tools to scale analytical workflows.

• Basic proficiency in SQL or similar programs and a Bachelor's Degree.

Preferred Qualifications

• 6+ years' experience in consumer insights, data analytics, market research, or strategic consulting.

• Experience in the advertising industry with brand clients, media agencies, or advertising platforms.

• Proven third-party research vendor management, study design, and quality assurance skills.

• Demonstrated thought leadership content creation (white papers, industry reports, speaking engagements).

• Experience with AI tools for data analysis, content creation, or process automation.

• Ability to challenge stakeholders and drive innovative solutions and effective client presentations.

Compensation & Benefits

For Chicago, IL: Base salary USD 116,000 - USD 128,500 per year.

For New York, NY: Base salary USD 129,000 - USD 143,000 per year.

For San Francisco, CA: Base salary USD 129,000 - USD 143,000 per year.

Eligible for Uber's bonus program, equity awards, and various benefits. More details are available here.

Key skills/competency

• Data Analytics
• Market Research
• Thought Leadership
• Process Automation
• Vendor Management
• Research Frameworks
• SQL
• AI Tools
• Consumer Insights
• Presentation