Associate Scripting Specialist

Do you love scripting surveys and are you looking for a role where you can do exactly that? At SKIM, we don’t just follow trends – we help shape them. As we continue to grow, join our Singapore team as Associate Scripting Specialist!

For over 45 years, we’ve been trusted partners to the world’s largest CPG, technology, and healthcare companies. We specialize in understanding decision-making in Revenue Management, Innovation, and Brand Communications. Our approach combines methodological rigor, marketing expertise, and deep client understanding to build lasting strategic partnerships. With 11 offices across the US, Europe, Asia, and Latin America, we collaborate closely with clients to navigate the right strategies. Ranked #3 in GRIT’s most innovative research agencies, we continuously enhance our solutions. Above all, we foster a culture where smart, genuine people support each other, pursue their dreams, and thrive together.

This is a unique opportunity for a bright and driven Associate Scripting Specialist to be a part of a growing organization. We operate in a dynamic environment which requires a self-motivated individual who is able to work in an efficient manner. You will join the team in our Singapore office, working together with colleagues on scripting surveys for our market research projects.

Specifically, You Will Be Expected To

• Script surveys in our dedicated software (Sawtooth software) and use HTML / CSS / JavaScript / Perl to improve survey layouts for higher respondent engagement
• Join project teams on structural basis and take responsibility of scripting the surveys (often including one or more of SKIM’s proprietary solutions, e.g., virtual shopping screens) in an accurate and timely manner
• Perform rudimentary checks to ensure the scripts and survey logics are error free
• Using experience to liaise with internal clients, advising on best practice and assisting with problem solving
• Be open to new ways of working and have a passion for seeking out new ideas to assist senior scripters in implementing new solutions for improved efficiency of the current way of working

Qualifications

The ideal candidate is somebody who is determined and focused, has an eye for detail and is able to work with tight deadlines. We don’t ask you to be a perfectionist, as we expect you to make mistakes in order to learn and grow. Typically, we are looking for someone with the following profile:

• 0-2 years of experience in scripting quantitative survey data in a market research company
• Relevant degree or diploma, preferably with programming courses (e.g. Informatics, Statistics, Marketing, Computer Science, DevOps).
• Proficient in web fundamentals like HTML, JavaScript, CSS and/or Perl
• Experience working with MS Office, especially Excel
• Knowledge or experience with market research is a plus
• Fluent communication skills in English, both in speech and writing
• A team player with a positive attitude
• Authorization to work in Singapore (Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident)

Our offer

A salary and benefits package designed to support you in your role and reward your contributions, including:

• A fixed annual salary
• Performance based profit sharing
• A hybrid working environment
• A flat organizational structure where everyone is treated as equal regardless of any differences
• A place where taking initiative isn’t just encouraged. It’s valued
• Harmony between work and personal life
• A combination of learning through onboarding, active training programs, and on-the-job and guidance from experienced SKIMmers
• A team that enjoys the ride – regular outings, events, and a culture that celebrates wins together

At SKIM, we value diversity, equity and inclusion. With increased diversity comes greater variety of perspectives, ideas and creativity, and we foster an environment where everyone feels welcome and comfortable to be their authentic selves. Therefore, we welcome diversity in applicants and base our hiring decisions regardless of age, race, color, religion, ethnicity, nationality, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic characteristics, marital or military status.

Additional Information

Thank you for taking the time to read the description of this role, and we look forward to reading your submission if this role sounds very exciting to you! We read each application carefully and will get back to you as soon as we can.

Please note that only completed applications, consisting of a resume and cover letter, written in English, will be considered.