Research Director, Software Channels

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Overview

Overview About the Role & TeamThe Research Director for Software Channels & Ecosystems is a senior role covering channels and ecosystems specific to software-centric channels and ecosystems, and also all the external factors that impact software and services opportunities for technology vendors…

Requirements Summary

Degree or equivalent in a business or technology-related subject Technology or market research experience with proven delivery Significant channels and ecosystems knowledge and experience Proven leadership skills and executive engagement experience…

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About the Role

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  • Lead and manage the Software Channels Research program, deliver a compelling and forward-looking research agenda
  • Manage program health, research agenda, client engagement, inquiries, client renewals, and prospecting
  • Deliver two Leadership Councils per year
  • Develop and deliver custom research specific to clients and in support of wider IDC initiatives
  • Participate in and lean into wider IDC leadership initiatives
  • Be a team player within the channels team, but also the wider research domain team and IDC team
  • Degree or equivalent in a business or technology-related subject
  • Technology or market research experience with proven delivery
  • Significant channels and ecosystems knowledge and experience
  • Proven leadership skills and executive engagement experience
  • Writing, presentation, and technology skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Copilot/ChatGPT, etc.) to support research deliverables
  • Personal attributes: adaptability, team player, proven leadership qualities (direct and virtual), problem solver, strategic vision, empathy, and customer focus
  • Flexible hybrid work model with travel required to support client/industry events and custom/presentation deliverables

What We Offer

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15 vacation days (prorated based on start date)
12 company-paid holidays
6 paid sick days (prorated based on start date; may vary by state)
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
2 floating holidays (prorated based on start date)
1 volunteer day
401(k) company match (IDC matches 3% on the first 6% of employee contributions)
Company-paid short-term disability
Company-paid life insurance
Company-paid parental leave

What We Offer

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At IDC, we are committed to fair and equitable pay practices. Employees are compensated equitably for their work, aligned with their skills and experience. Salary and incentive structures are determined through a rigorous process that considers experience, education, certifications, role-specific requirements, internal equity, and verified U.S. market data from an independent third-party partner.

 

 

IDC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. Employment eligibility verification required. We participate in E-Verify.

 

IDC is currently able to employ remote workers in the following states: Arizona (AZ), California (CA), Colorado (CO), Connecticut (CT), Washington D.C. (DC), Florida (FL), Georgia (GA), Illinois (IL), Indiana (IN), Kansas (KS), Massachusetts (MA), Maryland (MD), Maine (ME), Michigan (MI), Minnesota (MN), Missouri (MO), Mississippi (MS), North Carolina (NC), New Hampshire (NH), New Jersey (NJ), New York (NY), Ohio (OH), Oregon (OR), Pennsylvania (PA), Rhode Island (RI), South Carolina (SC), Tennessee (TN), Texas (TX), Utah (UT), Virginia (VA), Vermont (VT), Washington (WA), and Wisconsin (WI).

 

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Location & Eligibility

Where is the job
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Who can apply
Open to applicants worldwide

Listing Details

Posted
May 1, 2026
First seen
May 6, 2026
Last seen
May 6, 2026

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