Research Intern Lux Research

Responsibilities:


Conduct primary research for publications. Identify, contact, and interview executives in the materials, manufacturing, electronics, information technology, pharmaceuticals, and medical devices sectors.
Conduct secondary research through Web, information service, publication database, and patent database searches.
Assist analysts with ad hoc research tasks in the course of report development.
Present data in a visually compelling fashion in figures, tables, and charts.
Collaborate with a team of senior researchers and emerging technology visionaries to develop analyses of how emerging technology will impact businesses and the economy.
Typical candidates will be undergraduates with coursework in areas including technology management, finance, natural sciences, and engineering. Advanced candidates will include MBA students with a specific interest in innovation and emerging markets and Ph.D. candidates interested in applying their scientific knowledge in a business context.


Requirements:


Intellectual curiosity about emerging technology and its impact on business, economies, and society.
Effective written and spoken communication skills.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
A well-organized, detail-oriented approach to work.
Self-motivation and a commitment to doing things right for its own sake.
A high degree of intensity, follow-through, and collegiality.
The ability to juggle multiple tasks effectively.
A dedication to excellence.

Location:	140 East 45th Street 30th Floor New York, NY 10017 United States