Senior Consultant - Primary Market Research

Job Overview

Responsible for the on-time completion of primary market research consulting projects or components of large, complex projects for clients in the life sciences field. Identifies and elevates potential new business opportunities and assists in the sales process.

Essential Functions

Project Delivery & Execution

• Participates or leads team in the design, development and delivery of primary market research consulting projects or components of larger, complex projects.
• Reviews and analyzes client requirements or problems and assists in the development of proposals of cost-effective solutions that ensure profitability and high client satisfaction.
• Provides direction and guidance to Analysts, Consultants, and where relevant, to Statistical Services assigned to engagement.
• Develops detailed documentation and specifications.
• Performs qualitative and/or quantitative analyses to assist in the identification of client issues and the development of client-specific solutions.
• Designs, structures and delivers client reports and presentations that are appropriate to the characteristics or needs of the audience.
• Effectively delivers findings to clients in form of in-person or virtual sessions.
• Recommends improvements and alternative solutions to resolve problems.
• Provides follow-up with client after project deliverable has been completed to ensure client satisfaction.
• When acting as Project Manager, proactively manages project timelines and manages day-to-day communication with the client and team members.

Business Development

• May identify new business opportunities of follow-on work and new leads at assigned client.
• Ability to bring innovation and adopt AI-driven solutions.

Knowledge Development

• Proactively develops broader and deeper knowledge of related primary market research methodologies through on-the-job experience and participation in training opportunities.
• Participate in developing subject matter expertise in Egypt.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• 5–8 years of related experience in primary market research consulting and/or life sciences industry required.
• Possesses solid project management skills and client influencing and relationship-building skills.
• Works willingly and effectively with others in and across the organization to accomplish team goals.
• Experienced with developing consultative relationships with senior-level managers and executives at clients in the life science industry.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, juggle priorities and deliver on tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of primary research and analytical methodologies, tools and techniques related to functional area.
• Knowledge of key issues and current developments in the life science industry.
• Excellent presentation, communication and client influencing skills.
• Has established network and referral contacts.
• Has necessary subject matter expertise to effectively manage projects within a given CoE.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide . Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com