Research Analyst, Applications

Gartner, Inc. (NYSE: IT) is the world’s leading information technology research and advisory company. We deliver the technology-related insight necessary for our clients to make the right decisions, every day. From CIOs and senior IT leaders in corporations and government agencies, to business leaders in high-tech and telecom enterprises and professional services firms, to technology investors, we are the indispensable partner to 60,000 clients in 10,000 distinct organizations. Through the resources of Gartner Research, Gartner Executive Programs, Gartner Consulting and Gartner Events, we work with every client to research, analyze and interpret the business of IT within the context of their individual role. Founded in 1979, Gartner is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, U.S.A., and has 4,000 associates, including 1,200 research analysts and consultants in 75 countries. For more information, visit gartner.com. Your Thinking Matters Here: At Gartner, what you say matters — not just to us, but to our 60,000 clients worldwide. Together, our associates deliver the technology-related insight necessary for our clients to make the right decisions, every day. We are the most influential voice in technology today, helping the world's most successful IT and business leaders make critical strategic and investment decisions. 65% of the Fortune 1000 and 80% of the Global 500 support their key technology decisions with Gartner insight. What Makes Gartner Unique: Gartner, Inc. is the leading provider of research and analysis on the global information technology industry. Gartner serves more than 60,000 clients, including chief information officers and other senior IT executives in corporations and government agencies, as well as technology companies and the investment community. The Company focuses on delivering objective, in-depth analysis and actionable advice to enable clients to make more informed business and technology decisions. The Company's businesses consist of Gartner Research and Events for IT professionals; Gartner Executive Programs, membership programs and peer networking services; and Gartner Consulting, customized engagements with a specific emphasis on outsourcing and IT management. Founded in 1979, Gartner is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, and has 3,700 associates, including 1,200 research analysts and consultants, in 75 locations worldwide. For additional information, visit www.gartner.com. What We Offer: In addition to our highly competitive base salary and commission structure, our benefits are first class. We offer: * Company paid life insurance, long-term disability pay, short-term disability pay, and optional supplemental insurance. * Full medical, including prescription drug coverage, Dental, and Vision * 401K with 100% company match up to 4% with no vesting period. * Profit sharing that is added directly to your 401K of 1% of salary up to $2050 * Employee Stock Option Purchase Plan in which you can purchase stock for 95% of our stock’s opening or closing price (whichever is lower) * Work/life balance is important to us, you accrue 20+ days of paid time off per year and we actually want you to take it! …and an additional 9 paid holidays Position Description Description:The research analyst will work with one or more mentors to develop a personal content training and creation program, which will include: selecting key topics to come up to speed on, reading all previous published research on the subject, listening to/reviewing relevant presentations, suggesting which documents should be updated, and drafting initial updates. The mentor will identify select inquiries which the research analyst should join and also follow-up on some months after the initial inquiry. The research analyst will create case studies out of the most promising inquiry follow-ups. As they gain experience, the research analyst will create first drafts of responses to written inquiries and will eventually take on live inquiries on their own. All along, the research analyst will work closely with client services to help identify the best analysts to take applications-related inquiries. The research analyst will help track and administer one or more agendas, including analyzing primary research, inquiry, search, and DPV statistics. The research analyst will take all relevant training programs, particularly those focused on presentation skills - creating an overview presentation for their subject area and giving the presentation at a relevenat Gartner event.Qualifications:* Subject matter expertise in managed file transfer (MFT), 3-5 years work experience in relevant corporate or professional service organization* Basic understanding of market research, data collection and analysis* Strong written and oral communication skills* Strong planning and project management skills* A strong team working ethosSalary/Benefits: Salary commensurate with experienceJob Location: NOAMERICA - United States - CT - Stamford, CTJob Number: 7018BRCompany URL: http://www.gartner.com/careers