The Pharma Market Researcher role offers the opportunity to directly influence commercial and product strategy through data-driven insights within a global healthcare environment. Working closely with stakeholders across Marketing, Sales, Medical Affairs and Business Unit Leadership, you will generate evidence-based recommendations that support business growth, market understanding and informed decision-making. This role is ideal for a research professional who enjoys transforming complex data into actionable business outcomes.
Responsibilities
Research Design & Execution
Design and manage primary and secondary market research studies to evaluate market opportunities, brand positioning, customer needs and competitive dynamics.
Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to translate business challenges into clear research objectives and hypotheses.
Develop research methodologies, questionnaires, discussion guides and research protocols that ensure data quality and minimise bias.
Address critical strategic questions related to commercial strategy, market segmentation, demand forecasting and resource allocation.
Data Analysis & Insight Generation
Analyse and synthesise data from primary research, secondary research and internal data sources.
Identify market trends, customer behaviours, competitive developments and emerging opportunities.
Evaluate data limitations and translate findings into meaningful business implications.
Deliver clear, concise and visually compelling presentations to senior leadership and key stakeholders.
Provide actionable recommendations supported by robust analysis and measurable business impact.
Vendor & Project Management
Manage external market research agencies and vendors to ensure project delivery, quality standards and timelines are met.
Partner with vendors throughout the research process, incorporating feedback into study design and execution.
Monitor vendor performance and ensure alignment with project objectives.
Maintain organised research documentation, reports and insight repositories to support institutional knowledge and future decision-making.
Requirements
Experience in market research, business insights, commercial analytics, consulting or related fields.
Strong quantitative and qualitative research capabilities.
Ability to synthesise complex data into strategic recommendations.
Excellent presentation and stakeholder management skills.
Experience working with external research vendors and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Healthcare, pharmaceutical, life sciences or related industry experience preferred.
Passion for leveraging research and analytics to drive business decisions and improve patient outcomes.
About the Company
A global company in the life sciences and healthcare industry, this organisation supports a broad range of activities spanning bioscience research, drug discovery and pharmaceutical manufacturing. Operating within an international and collaborative environment, the company places a strong emphasis on evidence-based decision-making and the delivery of innovative products and services to the life sciences sector.