Director, Market Research

Director, Market ResearchPhiladelphia, PennsylvaniaWe invite you to come grow with us.Research Partnership (part of Inizio Ignite) is one of the world's largest pharma market research and consulting agencies with over 250 researchers, consultants, project managers and support staff. Our teams are located across the globe, in Europe (London, Lyon), North America (New York, Philadelphia, San Francisco), India (New Delhi), and Singapore.As individuals with diverse backgrounds, as a team with shared values, as professionals ready to reimagine health and life sciencesyou can grow with us at a place that:Makes a difference to human healthShares values and celebrates progressPuts people at the center of everythingAbout the team:Our custom research team partners with global pharmaceutical and biotech clients to enable them to solve marketing, brand, advertising and communications problems through a mixture of innovative qualitative and quantitative market research techniques.You will be empowered to develop broad expertise across the healthcare landscape, and will have the opportunity to work with a wide range of expert senior researchers and gain exposure to the full suite of research tools and techniques covered by the team.Our studies are typically multi-market, encompassing Europe, North America and Emerging Markets. We believe that exposure to a wide range of healthcare systems and different cultural approaches to healthcare helps our researchers to offer the most impactful, commercially-relevant insights to our clients.Your primary role:Lead projects and project teams, be the main point of contact with the client and write and give client presentationsLine manage multiple individuals with the responsibility of conducting appraisals, pay reviews, monitoring of performance, personal development, training of staff, recruitment and developing and implementing internal company proceduresEngage in business development and sales initiatives generating approximately $1m in annual revenueWrite proposals to win new business, consider timescales and calculate the research cost alongside VPs and operationsInvolvement in talent acquisition and assessing potential new staffAbout youYour skills and experience:At least 7 years of experience with qualitative and quantitative custom primary market research projectsExperience in the life sciences sectorStrong client engagement and relationship management skillsExperience driving revenue growth to meet business development goalsProven project supervision skillsAppreciation of marketing/client-side issues, knowledge and understanding of client issuesSelf-motivated and able to work independentlyExcellent communication skills, both verbal and writtenAbility to multitask under pressure and meet tight deadlinesExperience with advanced analytics, SPSS, SAS, and/or Q is a plusExperience in qualitative market research methodologies, including advanced moderation techniques, and delivering actionable insights across diverse marketsIdeal profile:You are proactive, dedicated and enthusiastic, with a 'can do' attitude and approachYou demonstrate a high level of accuracy and attention to detail, as well as strengths in organization and prioritizationYou are a collaborative team player who works well with colleaguesYou communicate ideas and issues in an effective, straightforward fashionYou are highly motivated and want to seize opportunities to develop new skills and progress your careerLife at Research Partnership:We love what we do and continuously strive for innovation and creativity. We believe everyone should continuously be learning and provide:A relaxed and friendly working environmentSocial events - including a summer day out and end of year party, along with regular social events after office hoursFundraising and charity events we support Forever Angels, a children's charity whose aim is to care for abandoned babies in Tanzania, AfricaEmployee benefits:A comprehensive training and development programOpportunities for internal advancementAnnual salary and promotion reviewPaid time off401(k) plan with employee matchMedical/vision/dental/prescription insurance plans, including heath savings and flexible spending accountsCompany paid life insuranceShort term/long term disabilityCommuter reimbursement accountsEmployee assistance programOur pledge:At Research Partnership, we value inclusivity, recognize the power of diversity, and inspire the next generation of change-makers. We are an equal opportunities employer. We believe in creating a work environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We aim to recruit from a diverse slate of candidates and foster an environment that provides the right conditions for long-term success. We welcome all applications regardless of race, colour, religion or belief, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, marital status, military veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation and physical or mental disability.Inizio Ignite, Research PartnershipInizio Ignite is the global advisory partner for health and life sciences, encompassing connected expertise across Research Partnership, Putnam, Vynamic, and STEM. Guided by purpose, passion, and precision, we collaborate with clients to ignite impact, accelerate performance, and deliver lasting change for patients. By uniting strategy, insights, and innovation with a unique depth and breadth of expertise, we drive transformation and shape the future of health. Our Research Partnership healthcare market research team provides research and insights to inform and power healthcare decisions. Serving a variety of clients across the lifecycle, our expertise includes data, research & insights (proprietary syndicated and custom research) and brand tracking (ATU). Proudly part of Inizio the market-leading commercialization partner for health and life sciences. From early-stage development to loss of exclusivity, we simplify complexity, unlock value, and make collaboration seamless at every pivotal moment supporting confident, insight-driven decisions that move innovation forward.Further information:This is a full-time role. We have hybrid work arrangements available in New York, NY and Yardley, PA with an expectation of one day per week in-person and the remaining days remote (or travel as needed to meetings, conferences, or the client).Don't meet every job requirement? That's okay! Our company is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this role, but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others.