Research Executive Healthcare Custom Team

Ipsos is one of the world’s largest research companies and currently the only one primarily managed by researchers, ranking as a #1 full-service research organization for four consecutive years. With over 75 different data-driven solutions, and presence in 90 markets, Ipsos brings together research, implementation, methodological, and subject-matter experts from around the world, combining thematic and technical experts to deliver top-quality research and insights. Simply speaking, we help the biggest companies solve some of their biggest problems, serving more than 5000 clients across the globe by providing research, data, and insights on their target markets. And we are proud of our continuous efforts in making Ipsos the best place to work!

The Healthcare Service Line works with Pharmaceutical, bio-tech, medical device manufacturers and technology companies throughout the project lifecycle from early stage strategy, to launch of a new product, to product optimization.  In addition to custom research, the healthcare Service Line also works on therapeutic centers of expertise in Oncology, Autoimmune, Virology and more.

Ipsos’ Healthcare division is dedicated to understanding the motivations, behaviour and influences of the multiple stakeholders driving commercial success in the healthcare industry. In doing so, it enables pharmaceutical, biotech and medical device companies to build successful brands and optimise their sales potential. 

A global business division, Ipsos Healthcare is comprised of over 1000+ healthcare market research experts in 40 countries offering innovative custom solutions and market-leading syndicated services.

Role & Responsibilities

To be at the heart of our work with clients, supporting your chosen business area(s) and Division in the design, set-up and management of research projects

To assist in running commissioned projects, ensuring the execution of the agreed proposals and materials meet specifications.

To continue to learn and master research skills

• Provide a safe pair of hands in assisting to manage research projects i.e. set up questionnaires and advanced analytical requirements and demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge across markets
• Effectively manage multiple projects at once and anticipate potential problems and how to prevent them
• Awareness of financial targets and identify job profitability problems and resolve them with support if required
• Carry out tasks displaying solid basic research knowledge
• Draft and or produce research projects outputs
• Analyse projective data (qualitative research only)
• Keenness to learn and proactive about self-development and development of others
• Keep abreast of current trends within healthcare

Competencies:

• Self-Management
• Communication
• Collaboration
• Client Focus
• Knowledge & Expertise
• Flexibility

Experience:

• Knowledge of basic statistics an advantage
• Experience in questionnaire design, project management and market research analysis and reporting
• Any experience in healthcare market research would be an advantage, but not essential

 

Skills/Knowledge:

• Good communication skills, written and oral
• Sound problem-solving skills
• Able to work under pressure and meet aggressive deadlines
• Exceptional time management skills
• Good data preparation skills
• Good client service skills
• Able to build strong links with the rest of the business
• Proactive / Self-motivated
• Able to work effectively in a team and independently

  

Qualifications:

• Degree in Business, Social Science, Biological Science, Healthcare / Pharmacy, Statistics or related studies