.Principal, ResearchAbout this role Are you intellectually curious and motivated by ideas? Do you want to create research products that are widely used by executive leaders worldwide? Gartner is searching for a Principal to join our research team.This opportunity gives researchers exposure to a range of leadership-level strategic and management topics. The Principal will be responsible for investigating, analyzing, and writing on critical issues facing senior executives in leading global corporations. The role enables you to explore your intellectual curiosity in a collaborative, team-based environment. You'll be offered robust training, support and coaching to achieve career success and advance within the research organization.What you will do Develop a deep understanding of how software engineering leaders think and behave to create research deliverables that will be of great practical use to them.Learn and execute Gartner's proven methodology for conducting world-class research that helps identify best practice solutions to many of today's biggest business challenges.Be a key member of the research team and contribute to the entire project lifecycle, from conception to completion.Conduct research by speaking with senior executives and industry experts and conducting wide-ranging secondary literature searches.Develop insights that are practical and actionable to support clients' key priorities.Independently create key research deliverables, including but not limited to: white papers, how-to guides, case studies, presentations and webinars, and videos.Closely collaborate with peers and senior stakeholders in several countries as a part of a global research team.What you will need A bachelor's degree required, and a Master's/PhD in a social science preferred.5+ years of experience conducting primary and secondary research utilizing qualitative and quantitative data.Strong business acumen and intellectual curiosity to process and understand information quickly, as well as diagnose issues to make actionable recommendations.Experience converting qualitative and quantitative information into clear frameworks, narratives, and visually compelling presentations.What you will have Critical thinker and problem solver demonstrating the ability to assess business problems and provide actionable, outcome-based insights.A great writer with experience writing business-related deliverables such as white papers, articles, etc.Excellent communicator who can communicate complex ideas to clients and internal stakeholders.Strong project management skills and attention to detail.Enjoy working independently as well as part of a team.What we offer Competitive salary, generous paid time off policy, charity match program, Medical, Dental & Vision Plans, Parental Leave, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and more! Collaborative, team-oriented culture that embraces diversity. Professional development and unlimited growth opportunities.Who are we? At Gartner, Inc