Insights & Foresight Specialist

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's strongly preferred in economics, business, public policy, international relations, strategy, computer science, or related field.
• 3-6 years of experience in research, insights, analytics, strategy, or related roles such as management consulting, corporate strategy, or macroeconomic or industry research.
• Experience researching, analyzing, or advising on AI trends, technology disruption, or the future of work.
• Demonstrated experience leading trends, foresight, or macroeconomic research initiatives independently.
• Experience translating research into executive-facing insights, narratives, and strategic recommendations.
• Experience working in matrixed, cross-functional, or global environments preferred.
• Preference for candidates with labor, workforce, or future-of-work interest or expertise; familiarity with project and portfolio management or professional-services domains a plus.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with demonstrated methodological rigor.
• Comfort with both qualitative/survey research and quantitative techniques (e.g., segmentation, benchmarking, driver analysis), including the ability to help identify measurable variables from business questions.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of the AI landscape and its trajectory, including ability to assess credibility of claims and translate technical developments into business and professional implications.
• Experience in macroeconomic analysis and trends/foresight techniques.
• Structured problem-solving and hypothesis-driven thinking honed in consulting or strategy environments.
• Ability to synthesize complex, multi-source information into clear, strategic insight.
• Strong quantitative and qualitative research skills.
• Comfortable using AI tools in day-to-day work.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive-ready storytelling.
• Ability to operate independently and manage ambiguity in an asynchronous remote environment.
• Intellectually curious; able to stay current in a fast-moving AI and technology landscape.
• Collaborative mindset with ability to influence without authority.
• Fluent in English (PMI's business language).

$99400-121400 United States, Pennsylvania, Newtown Square 14 Campus Boulevard (Show on map) Jul 09, 2026 Are you a dreamer, innovator, thinker and a do-er who believes in contributing to something that makes difference?

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How You'll Make a Difference

You will support PMI's research agenda across two complementary areas, with responsibilities balanced between hands-on insights research - survey, qualitative, and secondary studies that inform thought leadership - as well as business analysis and foresight research that connects macroeconomic, industry, and technology developments to PMI's thought leadership priorities. The role carries a particular, though not exclusive, emphasis on artificial intelligence (AI) and the future of work. Working in coordination with the Manager, Research & Insights, you will help ensure PMI's thought leadership is evidence-led, forward-looking, and aligned to business priorities.

What You'll Bring to the Role, * an excellent total package, with compensation and benefits based upon your geographic location.

• skill development opportunities, to help you grow now and into the future.
• access to a global network, to enrich your professional experience.
• flexible options to help balance work time and your time
• award and bonus opportunities.

The salary offer will be based on several factors, including the candidate's demonstrated skills, qualifications and relevant experience.