Job Description

Title: Automotive Data Researcher

Location: Remote Ontario

Reports to: Manager, Data Operations

Employment Type: Full-time

This is an existing vacancy

J.D. Power is a global leader in consumer insights, advisory services and data and analytics. A pioneer in the use of big data, artificial intelligence (AI) and algorithmic modeling capabilities to understand consumer behavior, J.D. Power has been delivering incisive industry intelligence on customer interactions with brands and products for more than 50 years. The world's leading businesses across major industries rely on J.D. Power to guide their customer-facing strategies.

Position Overview

The Automotive Data Researcher is responsible for researching and compiling industry content and entering that data into our proprietary databases to meet accuracy and timelines guidelines that are driven by client demand.

Core Job Duties And Responsibilities

- Interpret vehicle descriptions and accurately map them to automotive features and specifications
- Compare and validate automotive photography content
- Review equipment and specification data content to ensure accuracy
- Research and determine proper vehicle segments and competitor vehicles
- Write high-level automotive editorial content
- Maintain accurate and complete documentation related to all research
- Prioritize work assignments and maximize efficiency to meet commitments to our clients
- Provide automotive expertise to corporate and department initiatives as required
- Perform other duties as assigned

Education, Experience And Qualifications

- General knowledge of the automotive industry, terminology, features, and vehicle equipment a must
- Superior analytical and organizational skills and ability to pay attention to details
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment where high client expectations exist




- Demonstrated desire to further knowledge through training and other forms of learning to keep knowledge current and up to date
- Intermediate proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly with MS Excel and Outlook email
- Data analysis and manipulation work experience beneficial
- Experience using generative AI tools to support data analysis, research, documentation, and process improvement. Ability to design and refine effective prompts, critically evaluate AI-generated outputs for accuracy and completeness, and identify opportunities to integrate AI i into existing workflows
- Able to do self-directed work and detail oriented
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
- Post-secondary education preferred
- This role requires flexible hours (including OT) which may at times include early mornings, late nights and weekends

Compensation And Benefits

This position has an hourly range of $19.70 - 21 CAD per hour. The range represents what we reasonably and in good faith expect to pay for the role at the time of posting. An employee’s pay within the range is determined by a number of factors, including relevant skills, education, qualifications, experience, performance, business or organizational needs, and geographic location.

Eligible employees may participate in medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, retirement savings programs, paid time off, wellness programs, and other company-sponsored benefits. Benefits vary by country and employment status.

Why Join JD Power

JD Power powers auto-related decisions through proprietary data, advanced analytics, deep industry expertise, and workflows that connect insight to action. Operating across North America, Europe, and Australia, we help customers make better decisions and achieve better outcomes.

As a virtual-first company, we offer flexible work arrangements, opportunities for learning and development, and a culture centered on the Values that guide how we work every day.

- We power our customers' success. Everything we do is focused on helping customers make better decisions and achieve better outcomes.
- We are creative, collaborative, and grounded in data. We combine advanced analytics with human expertise to de

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