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Research Manager
Greater Philadelphia, USA
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This is a hybrid position based in the Greater Philadelphia area, requiring on-site presence at least one day per week.


The Company Behind the Role

Our client is a specialized pharmaceutical market research consultancy that partners closely with healthcare and life sciences organizations to turn complex questions into clear, strategic decisions. They work across qualitative and quantitative methodologies, supporting brand teams from early development through commercialization. Known for their thoughtful, collaborative approach, they value strong client relationships just as much as high-quality research delivery.


What You’ll Do

  • Coordinate and deliver day-to-day research work for pharmaceutical clients across multi-market, multi-methodology projects
  • Act as a primary point of contact for client queries and third-party suppliers, keeping work moving smoothly
  • Lead projects when appropriate and actively contribute to project teams, working closely with senior colleagues as needed
  • Develop and write research materials including screeners, discussion guides, questionnaires, stimulus materials, and tab specs
  • Gather inputs from clients and manage recruitment and fieldwork logistics to ensure studies run efficiently
  • Drive analysis and insight generation, including participating in and leading “brain bash” sessions
  • Build and write presentations, ensuring a clear story and strong commercial implications for clients
  • Prepare and deliver confident project debriefs and client updates
  • Support proposal development and help shape new project opportunities within existing accounts
  • Take ownership of timelines, budgets, and internal processes to keep projects on track and profitable
  • Coach and support Research Executives and Senior Research Executives through hands-on guidance and feedback
  • Look for practical ways to improve project quality, efficiency, and client experience in your day-to-day work


What You’ll Bring

  • Hands-on experience managing primary pharmaceutical market research projects across both qualitative and quantitative methodologies
  • Confidence leading client conversations, presentations, and project debriefs with pharmaceutical clients
  • Strong research design skills, including key analytical approaches (e.g., segmentation, MaxDiff, conjoint, pricing studies)
  • Commercial awareness, with the ability to balance client needs, project quality, and profitability
  • Supervisory experience or readiness to take on line management and team development responsibilities
  • Excellent organization, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • A proactive, consultative mindset and comfort working across multiple projects at once
  • Strong communication skills


Why You’ll Love Working Here

  • A collaborative, people-first culture that values thoughtful work over volume-driven delivery
  • The opportunity to stay close to both clients and the research
  • Exposure to a wide range of therapeutic areas and global projects
  • A leadership team that invests in professional growth, mentoring, and long-term career development
  • The chance to help shape client relationships and play a visible role in growing the business


Applicants must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States. Our client is unable to sponsor or take over the sponsorship of an employment visa.



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