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Primary Market Research Consultant

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IQVIA

27d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Consulting
    Research & Development
  • Gurgaon

AI generated summary

  • You need 2-8 years in market research with a master’s in life sciences, strong communication skills, data analysis abilities, creativity, and familiarity with online resources like WHO and USFDA.
  • You will manage PMR projects, create questionnaires, deliver reports, analyze market data, improve processes, mentor analysts, ensure quality control, and handle diverse research queries.

Requirements

  • Experience in market research: 2-8 years
  • Relevant experience of 2-8 years with master’s degree (M.Pharm/MSc in Pharmacy, Biotechnology, life sciences)
  • Exceptional communication skills both at the written and oral level
  • Excellent knowledge of English and of the main Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • High skills of interpretation and analysis (quantitative, qualitative and integration of different sources of data assets) - This would include thinking through the client business issue, adding the right context to the request (therapy area, business issue etc.) and developing a tailored, innovative solution to address the clients’ business objectives
  • The preferred candidate will be creative, client/objective focused, open minded, autonomous and at the same time have great team spirit
  • Should be aware of free to use online resources like – WHO, USFDA, CDC, CMS, PubMed, UNSD, Eurostats, NORD, FDA warning letters, etc.

Responsibilities

  • Manage multiple PMR (qual and quant) projects under tight timelines interfacing with global clientele and prioritize requests based on the criticality and business need as agreed with the stakeholders
  • Write questionnaires and discussion guides for diverse stakeholders like physicians, patients, caregivers, payers etc.
  • Creating custom market research solutions for clients by thinking through their business issue, and adding the right context to the request (therapy area, methodology etc.)
  • Deliver in depth, comprehensive, regular PMR reports and support ad hoc queries in the areas of indication-based pipeline landscapes, competitor company/ asset profile, competitor launch timelines and key event timelines, newsletters etc.
  • Analyze secondary data sources and reports to provide information on overall market landscapes, market sizing and a range of ad hoc business questions. These analyses may include reporting of the competitive and scientific landscape both in terms of the current position and the predicted future state
  • Responsible for continuous process improvement in developing content for various PMR deliverables across indications/therapy areas
  • Demonstrate excellence as an individual contributor with minimal support from peers/team lead, together with the ability to mentor a team of analysts/ACs, driving high productivity/ efficiency, and creating appropriate performance reviews and capability development plan
  • Quality control and overview and to ensure deliverables are client ready
  • Project types: Market assessment and sizing, pipeline assessments, patient/consumer journey, brand tracking, go-to-market strategy

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Primary Market Research Consultant role?

The primary focus of the role is to deliver market research solutions, comprising mainly of Primary Market Research (PMR) and Secondary Desk Research (SDR), to generate relevant insights for life sciences clients.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates should have 2-8 years of relevant experience and a master's degree (M.Pharm/MSc in Pharmacy, Biotechnology, or life sciences).

What type of projects will I be managing as a Primary Market Research Consultant?

You will be managing various PMR projects, including market assessments, pipeline assessments, patient/consumer journeys, brand tracking, and go-to-market strategies.

What skills are necessary to succeed in this role?

Necessary skills include exceptional communication (both written and oral), strong analytical abilities for quantitative and qualitative data, proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, and the ability to create tailored, innovative solutions for clients’ business objectives.

Will I be required to mentor other team members?

Yes, you will be responsible for mentoring a team of analysts and driving high productivity and efficiency within the team.

How important is client interaction in this position?

Client interaction is very important, as you will interface with global clientele to prioritize requests and ensure that deliverables meet client needs.

Are there opportunities for continuous process improvement in this role?

Yes, you will be responsible for continuous process improvement in developing content for various PMR deliverables across different indications and therapy areas.

What kind of resources should candidates be familiar with?

Candidates should be aware of free-to-use online resources such as WHO, USFDA, CDC, CMS, PubMed, UNSD, Eurostats, NORD, and FDA warning letters.

Does this role require travel?

The job description does not specify travel requirements, but candidates should be prepared for possible travel based on project needs.

What is the team culture like at IQVIA?

The team culture at IQVIA promotes creativity, client-focus, open-mindedness, autonomy, and team spirit.

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Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

IQVIA (NYSE:IQV) is a leading global provider of advanced analytics, technology solutions, and clinical research services to the life sciences industry. IQVIA creates intelligent connections across all aspects of healthcare through its analytics, transformative technology, big data resources and extensive domain expertise. IQVIA Connected Intelligence™ delivers powerful insights with speed and agility — enabling customers to accelerate the clinical development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments that improve healthcare outcomes for patients. With approximately 86,000 employees, IQVIA conducts operations in more than 100 countries. IQVIA is a global leader in protecting individual patient privacy. The company uses a wide variety of privacy-enhancing technologies and safeguards to protect individual privacy while generating and analyzing information on a scale that helps healthcare stakeholders identify disease patterns and correlate with the precise treatment path and therapy needed for better outcomes. IQVIA’s insights and execution capabilities help biotech, medical device and pharmaceutical companies, medical researchers, government agencies, payers and other healthcare stakeholders tap into a deeper understanding of diseases, human behaviors and scientific advances, in an effort to advance their path toward cures.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental and vision coverage

  • Employee Assistance Programs

  • Mental health support

  • Flexible work environment

  • Time off for leisure, personal time and corporate holidays

  • Parental leave for birth or adoption

  • Paid leave for other life matters (i.e., illness, bereavement, jury duty, military service, etc.)

  • Retirement and savings plans

  • Commuter benefits