Research Analyst

If you are a LIBRARY SCIENCE or MARKETING professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting hybrid opportunity for you! Based in our Marshalltown, Iowa location, you will provide business leaders across the enterprise with research information to support decision making. Your duties and responsibilities will be completed under the general guidance of the Manager of Research Services.

AS AN INFORMATION RESEARCH ANALYST, YOU WILL:

• Gather information from premium research services to fulfill requests from business functions including strategic planning, sales, competitive intelligence and R&D.
• Acquire and maintain industry standards, codes, reference and research materials for use by all aspects of the organization.
• Market the department’s services and provide training to users on the use of the information resources and services.
• Participate in the setting of strategies and budgets as it relates to the Information Research Services team and participate in efforts to identify, compare, and recommend information and access solutions.

WHO YOU ARE:

You act with a clear sense of ownership. You relate comfortably with people across levels, functions, cultures, and geography. You are sensitive to how people and organizations function. You effectively communicate in various settings: one-on-one, small, and large groups, or among diverse styles and position levels. You are comfortable with ambiguity. You align employee career development goals with organizational objectives.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS:

• Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with various levels of the organization
• Exceptional customer service focus, including attention to producing quality results
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and on a team
• Intermediate to advanced skills in the use of Microsoft Office, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat
• Ability to safely lift and carry 35 pounds
• Legal authorization to work in the United States – sponsorship will not be provided for this position

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS:

• MLS / MLIS / MIS or related degree
• Experience conducting technical research in a consulting or other business setting or experience serving as a librarian in a corporate, government or academic organization supporting engineers and/or other highly technical professionals
• At least 1-2 years of professional experience in library research, business analysis, market research, or competitive intelligence
• Experience maintaining digital and physical library collections

Flexible Work Schedule - Remote Work Option and Core Hours:

This role has the flexibility of a remote work option up to two days a week and a core hour schedule. You can choose to flex your start and stop times given you are working during the core hours of 9:00am - 3:00pm. Our teams work together to ensure our chosen work schedules enable our creativity and productivity as we serve the needs of our customers.

Why Work in Central Iowa

Our facility is in Marshalltown, Iowa, conveniently located within driving distance to several larger cities, including Des Moines, Cedar Rapids and Ames. The area’s generally low cost of living, parks and recreation, and low crime rates create a family-friendly environment. Central Iowa is a growing area with restaurants, festivals, shopping, and arts scenes that make it an exciting area to live and work.

About our Location

The Emerson Innovation Center – Marshalltown is a state-of-the-art research facility located within the larger Emerson campus. This campus is the global headquarters for the Flow Controls business unit. Benefitting from our 140 years of process control expertise, our customers control their processes with certainty using highly reliable technologies. Approximately 1000 Emerson employees work in Marshalltown, supporting a multitude of business functions. With the blend of businesses and functions represented at the campus, there are many opportunities for advancement within the Marshalltown location.

Benefits

Emerson places a high value on ensuring that employees have a good work-life balance. We provide access to a competitive benefits package, including the following: medical insurance, dental and vision coverage, 401k participation with a competitive immediate match, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, and an online wellness rewards program. Immediate vacation and holiday leave are available. Employee resource groups, including a very active Diversity and Inclusion committee, ensure that the Emerson values are incorporated into everyday employee life.

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WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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ABOUT EMERSON

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

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