Nichols Research is a legitimate market research company, but scammers are currently impersonating the company in an attempt to steal personal and financial information.
If you or someone you know has received an email claiming to be from Nichols Research, Inc., please read this alert carefully and share it with friends and family.
Fake Nichols Research Job Emails Circulating
Nichols Research has confirmed that individuals are receiving fraudulent emails from someone posing as a hiring manager for the company. These scam messages are designed to look like legitimate job offers but are intended to defraud recipients.
According to Nichols Research, the scammer has been using the name “Eric Milner” and the title “Hiring Manager.” These emails are not affiliated with Nichols Research in any way.
Example of the Scam Email Being Sent
The scam emails often promote a fake “Feedback Specialist” or “Mystery Shopper” position and include promises such as:
- Get paid $99 per assignment
- Free meals, shopping, travel, and entertainment
- Flexible schedule with no experience required
- Payment by mailed checks
- Requests for personal information to “apply.”
The email typically asks for:
- Full name
- Mailing address
- Phone number
- Email address
- Current occupation
⚠️ These are major red flags of a mystery shopper or market research scam.
🚩 How to Identify the Nichols Research Scam
Here are key warning signs reported by Nichols Research:
- The scammer uses a generic Gmail address, not a company email
- There is no phone contact or verification
- You are told to cash checks and use the funds for assignments
- You are asked to provide personal or financial information up front
- The offer sounds too good to be true
✅ Official Statement From Nichols Research
Nichols Research has confirmed:
- They are not affiliated with this individual
- They will never ask you to pay to participate in research
- They will never charge a fee to join their database
Official communication will come from:
- nicholsresearch.com email addresses
- Or by phone call from trained recruiters
Nichols Research also posts legitimate research opportunities only on its official social media pages.
🔗 Official Nichols Research Pages
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Facebook: Nichols Research (official page)
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X: Nichols Research
(Always verify links directly—do not trust links sent in unsolicited emails.)
🛑 What To Do If You Were Contacted
If you received a message from someone claiming to be Nichols Research:
- Do not respond to the email
- Do not provide personal information
- Do not cash or deposit any checks
- Report the message to your local authorities
- If you shared information or deposited funds, contact your bank immediately
🔐 How to Protect Yourself From Market Research Scams
- Only apply through official company websites
- Be cautious of job offers sent without applying
- Never accept checks for “shopping” assignments
- Avoid jobs that promise fast money with little effort
- Research the company name + “scam” before applying
Final Reminder
Scammers frequently impersonate legitimate work-from-home and market research companies. Staying informed is the best way to protect yourself.
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