Director, Market Research
Hybrid · New York City, New York, United States or Yardley, Pennsylvania, United States
Job Summary
Director, Market Research leading projects and client engagements for pharma market research with global client exposure. You will line-manage multiple staff, conduct appraisals and training, engage in business development to generate ~ $1M in annual revenue, write proposals with cost considerations alongside VPs and operations, participate in talent acquisition, and drive internal processes. The role requires a strong blend of client relationship management, multi-market research experience (qualitative and quantitative), knowledge of life sciences and healthcare systems, and proficiency in advanced analytics (SPSS, SAS, or Q). A proactive, collaborative leader with excellent communication and organizational skills to deliver actionable insights across Europe, North America, and Emerging Markets. Ideal attributes include accuracy, prioritization, teamwork, and a can-do attitude, with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Required Qualifications
- At least 7 years of experience with qualitative and quantitative custom primary market research projects
- Experience in the life sciences sector
- Strong client engagement and relationship management skills
- Experience driving revenue growth to meet business development goals
- Proven project supervision skills
- Appreciation of marketing/client-side issues, knowledge and understanding of client issues
- Self-motivated and able to work independently
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to multitask under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Experience with advanced analytics, SPSS, SAS, and/or Q is a plus
- Experience in qualitative market research methodologies, including advanced moderation techniques, and delivering actionable insights across diverse markets
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