Their routine may be interrupted by numerous telephone calls, letters, special requests for data, meetings, and conferences. Market Research Analysts often function as an integral part of a research team, but they spend much time alone planning surveys, preparing statistical charts, and analyzing data. They may also have to work long hours, including nights and weekends, to meet deadlines. The following information is from the California Projections of Employment published by the Labor Market Information Division. The following are combined figures for Economists and Market Research Analysts.
Most Economists work in education, consulting firms, manufacturing, banks, and government agencies.
Private industry will continue to provide the largest number of jobs for them. Employment of Market Research Analysts is sensitive to cyclical swings in the economy. Market Research Analyst employment grows as new products and services are developed, particularly when business activity and personal incomes are expanding rapidly. In periods of slow economic growth, however, the reduced demand for marketing services may limit the hiring of research workers. They often supplement their basic salaries by consulting, teaching, and other research activities.