Research Clerk
ちょうさじむいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that performs clerical work such as data collection, aggregation, analysis, and report preparation in the planning and research departments of companies or organizations.
Description
Research clerks engage in market research, customer questionnaires, internal surveys, etc., handling everything from data collection to aggregation and analysis to preparation of result reports. They are required to accurately perform a wide range of clerical tasks, including numerical processing using Excel or statistical software, document preparation using PowerPoint, interactions with related departments, and support for research planning.
Future Outlook
Demand is expected to remain stable due to increasing needs for business efficiency and data utilization. Skills in BI tools and AI utilization will enhance market value.
Personality Traits
Analytical mindset / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Junior Research Clerk → Senior Research Clerk → Research Analysis Staff → Planning Staff
Required Skills
Data Management / Excel (Advanced) / Fundamentals of Statistics / Office Software / PowerPoint (Document Preparation)
Recommended Skills
Database Handling / English Document Comprehension / Statistical Analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | The ability to logically analyze collected data is necessary. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because errors are not tolerated in data aggregation and report creation. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because aggregation and analysis of numerical data are primary tasks. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily routine work, so creativity is not particularly required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work, so physical demands are low. |
Related Qualifications
- MOS Excel
- Statistics Proficiency Test Level 3
Aliases
- Research Administrative Staff
- Research Clerk
Related Jobs
- General Affairs Clerk
- HR Clerk
- Planning Clerk