Consultant, Patient-Centered Research

IQVIA is The Human Data Science Company, focused on using data and science to help healthcare clients find better solutions for their patients. IQVIA offers a broad range of solutions that harness advances in healthcare information, technology, analytics, and human ingenuity to drive healthcare forward. 

The Patient Centered Solutions team (PCS)

The PCS team leads the industry in the science of measuring the patient experience. We pair strategic consulting expertise with technical scientific knowledge to design and execute scientifically rigorous research that incorporates the patient voice into the development and commercialization of new medicines. This research includes qualitative (e.g., patient interviews, focus groups), quantitative (e.g., clinical outcome assessments (COAs)/patient-reported outcomes (PROs), preference research) and passive (e.g., digital health technology tools) approaches to understand patient, caregiver and physician experiences and expectations of disease and treatment. 

Why join?

• Become part of a recognized global leader in patient-focused research
• Keep growing with an organization that encourages and invests in continuous professional and personal development
• Leverage your current expertise, develop it further and gain new skills, both in consulting and COA science
• Shape your career by addressing challenging client issues, working across multiple geographies and solutions in a dynamic and crucial field for the industry
• Make a difference to patients by enabling the successful approval or launch of new treatments with features that are truly patient-centric

Responsibilities

As a Consultant you will be responsible for developing and communicating strategic insights and recommendations to clients, and for the operational aspects of project management in the field of patient-centred solutions. You will be supported by senior colleagues who will help you further develop your project delivery skills.  As a Consultant you will typically work on 3-5 projects at the same time and your role will include:

• Developing broad scientific skills and further develop consulting skills to generate hypotheses, conduct research and deliver findings in strategically relevant ways to meet client needs
• Partnering with Scientific Leads to develop study material and conduct patient-centered research, including literature reviews, interviews with healthcare professionals and patients, and quantitative or qualitative analysis
• Creating reports and presentations, and facilitating workshops
• Participating in business development and supporting proposal development
• Engaging in development of intellectual property for use on future consulting engagements

• Leading special initiatives such as knowledge management and process improvement
• Managing project workstreams and junior project team members

Requirements

• Master’s degree or PhD in public health, epidemiology, psychology, sociology, medical anthropology, health economics or another related field
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in at least 1 of the above fields, including: experience in project management, COA/PRO, patient preference and/or real-world evidence methods
• Knowledge of consulting methodologies, tools and techniques is a big plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including presenting, facilitating meetings and workshops, and report writing
• Demonstrable analytical, interpretative, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with others
• An ability to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple tasks
• An ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in multi-disciplinary and international teams

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com

IQVIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law. https://jobs.iqvia.com/eoe

IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.

The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $68,300.00 - $170,000.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.