Consultant - Primary Market Research
• Lead insight generation through robust quantitative primary market research, including survey design, sampling strategy, data collection, and statistical analysis, to deliver strategic recommendations to life sciences clients. Incorporate qualitative methods where appropriate to provide a comprehensive perspective. • Oversee active research workstreams and support senior leadership and cross-functional teams to identify and drive new business opportunities. • Develop and deliver high-quality client materials, including screeners, questionnaires, interim findings, and final presentations, ensuring they meet client expectations and strategic objectives. • Manage project teams by coordinating day-to-day work, mentoring or managing junior staff, and ensuring smooth communication across internal teams, external vendors, and client stakeholders. Duties and Responsibilities • Translate client business challenges into structured research designs, selecting appropriate quantitative methodologies (e.g., segmentation, conjoint/DCE, max diff, brand tracking, pricing, driver analysis) to address key objectives. • Act as the primary client liaison, leading communication, presenting findings, and addressing concerns throughout the engagement to ensure high client satisfaction. • Support business development efforts by assisting senior leadership in proposal development, pitch preparation, and scoping of strategic research opportunities. • Lead quantitative analysis and interpretation, validating data outputs for accuracy, integrating qualitative context when relevant, and synthesizing insights into actionable recommendations that resonate with diverse stakeholders. • Stay current with industry trends and best practices in healthcare primary market research, integrating innovative methodologies, digital tools, and advanced analytics into project delivery. Education and Training Required: • Master’s degree in biostatistics, statistics, epidemiology, economics, mathematics, engineering, operations research, health informatics or a related field from an elite institution with a strong academic record; at least four years of relevant and progressively responsible work experience as a quantitative analyst, using varied procedures and problem-solving methodologies in a healthcare professional services firm, healthcare sciences product company or related organization. Minimum Experience: • Minimum of four years of hands-on experience in global market research, with a strong and demonstrable focus on primary market research. Experience working with large healthcare datasets, applying statistical analysis, and generating actionable insights is a strong plus but not required. • Direct experience with statistical tools, including SPSS, applied in professional or academic settings for data analysis and modeling. Knowledge, Skill, Ability: • Participation in projects for drug development, business commercialization and brand marketing processes in biopharmaceutical industry. A career opportunity with MAC offers competitive wages, and benefits such as: • Health and Dental • Life, Accident and Disability Insurance • Prescription Plan • Flexible Spending Account • 401k Plan and Match • Paid Holidays and Vacation • Sick Days and Personal Days • M3 reserves the right to change this job description to meet the business needs of the organization About M3 USA: M3 USA is at the forefront of healthcare innovation, offering digital solutions across healthcare, life sciences, pharmaceuticals, and more. Since our inception in 2000, we’ve seen remarkable growth, fueled by our mission to utilize the internet for a healthier world and more efficient healthcare systems. Our success is anchored in our trusted digital platforms that engage physician communities globally, facilitating impactful medical education, precise job placement, and insightful market research. M3 USA prides itself on a dynamic and innovative work environment where every team member contributes to global health advancements. Joining M3 USA means being part of a dedicated team striving to make a significant difference in healthcare. We provide a unique opportunity for you to be at the cutting edge of healthcare innovation, shaping the future in a meaningful career. Embrace the chance to drive change with M3 USA. Due to our continued growth, we are hiring for a Consultant with Michael Allen Company! About the Business Unit: Michael Allen Company is a Healthcare management consulting firm located in Darien, CT dedicated to helping clients accelerate growth by improving market and customer insight. The firm has a forty-year track record of helping clients achieve profitable growth, bringing unique analytic capabilities, experienced Consultants, and a customized effort to each engagement. Areas of specialization include pipeline product planning and growth management, marketing and sales effectiveness, resource allocation, and growth strategy development for global healthcare firms. The firm enjoys distinguished industry presence in traditional pharmaceutical companies, biotech firms and medical product manufacturers. By leveraging abundant data that is available in this industry, MAC Consultants work towards finding innovative commercial strategies that maximize the efficiency of the resources and effectiveness of the efforts used for products and services that enhance/extend/save lives Apply tot his job