Senior Research Analyst - Information & Communications Technology

About the Company

Frost & Sullivan, the Transformational Growth Journey Company, has spent more than 60 years partnering with clients to develop transformational growth strategies by focusing on innovation and growth opportunities driven by disruptive technologies, mega trends, emerging markets and new business models. Today, more than ever before, companies must innovate, not only to survive, but thrive in the future. Our Growth Pipeline Management (GPM) system supports clients by identifying and evaluating new growth opportunities and serves as the foundation for continuous growth. This is your opportunity to be part of a revolutionary global team that truly inspires positive global changes by innovating to zero.  Learn more about Frost & Sullivan at www.frost.com

About the team/Practice Area

The TechVision technology analysts and experts continuously monitor, gather, and analyze deep-dive intelligence on numerous emerging and disruptive technologies through a network of innovators, technology developers, public and private financial institutions, tech academicians and researchers, and other players in the technology ecosystems around the globe. This network is spread across public and private sectors, universities, research institutions, and government R&D agencies.

TechVision strategically designed service lines empower organizations to leverage dynamic intelligence on emerging technologies to create innovation opportunities, plan technology convergence scenarios, and implement new revenue models. It allows clients to become visibly valuable and thrive in an increasingly agile global business ecosystem.

Our high-impact solutions include a suite of syndicated and customized services such as technology tracking, deep-dive technology, and application forecasting, thought leadership briefings, best practices recognition, and executive think-tank workshops.

About the Role 

The Senior Research Analyst is a position ideal for candidates with limited experience.  The Senior Research Analyst delivers research and analysis to support Growth partnership service deliverables for the Program Area. Key objective at this career stage is to develop as a solid analyst, developing fundamental research skills and a sound understanding of Frost & Sullivan Growth Opportunity Analytics processes.  Main focus will be on Growth partnership service deliverables such as Growth Opportunity studies and Best Practice Awards.

Responsibilities

• ICT Industry Trend Tracking and Analysis
• Tracking and predicting technology/market trends.
• Identifying strategic opportunities for business growth.
• Staying updated with technology developments, funding, partnerships, R&D focus areas, and stakeholders.
• Understanding business implications of technology/product innovations.
• Identifying and evaluating industry best practices in technology innovation and leadership.
• Should be able to conduct primary interviews independently

Required Competencies

Education:

UG :B.Tech/B.E. in Any Specialization

PG :MBA in Any Specialization

Experience/ Technology skills:

• Gather information through both secondary and primary research, engaging with corporations, academic institutions, national research laboratories, and investment communities.
• Contribute to producing both syndicated and tailored technology reports, assisting in analyst briefings, and writing articles for media and press.
• Extract, assess, and integrate information to meet specific business goals within technology and innovation management. This includes evaluating Intellectual Property, managing R&D, planning portfolios, valuing technology, forecasting trends, benchmarking technologies, and commercializing innovations.
• Develop technology roadmaps and suggest strategies for product development and business growth.
• Actively generate innovative and creative insights through analysis and interpretation that enhance business performance and align with the organization’s objectives and strategic vision.

Personal Skills:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies and about the companies.
• Should be a self-motivated, independent, detail oriented, responsible team-player and exhibit exceptional relationship management skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly to an existing, complex environment.
• Well-organized and detail-oriented
• Take ownership to work independently with remote supervision
• Excellent Oral & Written Communication Skills
• Can multi-task and meet tight deadlines
• Are disciplined and adhere to high-quality standards
• Flair for creative problem solving; logical reasoning; analytical thinking; strategic thinking; well versed with Microsoft Office Suite
• Should have attention to detail
• Should have good analytical skills and be aware of the different research methodologies in use
  

What will make you succeed at Frost & Sullivan?

You need to be-

• Wildly curious and entrepreneurial
• Committed to customer success
• A self-starter invested in your future
• A persuasive communicator
• Deeply Analytical
• Excited about Disruptive Trends
  

Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus bonus opportunity.
• Attractive Medical and Accident insurance.
• Regional travel opportunities.
• A friendly open environment with a diverse and international operational focus.
• A definite career path with numerous growth opportunities.
• You will be part of a winning, global team that fosters teamwork and an Olympic spirit while enhancing your communication and people skills.
• Encouragement to develop your intellectual curiosity and will be provided the ability to collaborate across all levels of the company across the globe.
• Global awards & recognition opportunities & awards - President Club & Chairman Club Awards
• “Best in class" global team that strives for excellence.
• Matrix structure with high visibility to top leadership
• Growth Coaching University Certification.

Frost & Sullivan is committed to a work environment free of all forms of discrimination.  Frost & Sullivan recruits and hires without regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or sexual orientation.