Research Transcriptionist - Remote

About This Role

Focus Forward is hiring Research Transcriptionists to produce verbatim transcripts of qualitative research sessions including focus groups, in-depth interviews, and online discussion recordings. This role supports market research and consumer insights work for brand and agency clients nationwide.

Job Overview

• Job Title: Research Transcriptionist - Remote
• Company: Focus Forward
• Work Mode: Remote
• Job Type: Full-time
• Experience Level: Entry to mid-level
• Salary Range: $15–$22/hr
• Posted Date: 2026-06-02
• Application Deadline: 2026-07-02

Role Context

Focus groups and research interviews generate audio that clients need transcribed quickly and accurately for analysis. You will work on recordings from moderated group discussions, ethnographic interviews, and online qual sessions — often involving 6–12 simultaneous speakers in a single file. Accurate speaker labeling and verbatim capture of participant reactions (laughter, pauses, interruptions) are essential for research usability.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce verbatim transcripts of focus groups and qualitative research interviews
• Accurately label each of 6–12 unique speakers throughout the session
• Capture paralinguistic cues — laughter, pauses, crosstalk — per client style guide
• Deliver completed files within the agreed client turnaround window
• Handle multi-speaker recordings with overlapping dialogue carefully
• Flag sensitive or confidential participant information appropriately

Requirements & Skills

• Strong verbatim transcription skills and fast, accurate typing (60+ WPM)
• Experience transcribing multi-speaker recordings
• Ability to differentiate voices and maintain speaker consistency across long files
• Familiarity with market research or qualitative methodology is a plus
• Detail-oriented approach to notation and formatting
• Reliable home workspace and professional headphones

Benefits & Work Conditions

• $15–$22/hr
• Remote with flexible hours around project deadlines
• Varied, intellectually stimulating content across consumer categories
• Weekly or bi-weekly payment depending on project volume
• Opportunity to work on international research projects

Who Should Apply

Transcriptionists who are skilled at multi-speaker recordings and interested in qualitative research content. If you enjoy listening to detailed conversations about consumer behavior, healthcare decisions, or brand perceptions, Focus Forward's research-centric files offer engaging, meaningful work.

About the Company

Focus Forward is a full-service qualitative research company providing focus group facilities, online research platforms, and transcription services to Fortune 500 brands and top market research agencies. It has offices in major US cities and a nationwide network of research facilities.

How to Apply

Apply at focusforward.com/work-for-us. Submit your resume and complete a multi-speaker transcription test. Successful applicants are onboarded within two weeks of passing.