The IQVIA Market Access Strategy Consulting team (formerly known as Amundsen Consulting), is a market-leading strategy and analytics division within IQVIA that helps manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry meet the challenges of today's patient access and affordability landscape. We create value for our clients by improving patient access to some of the most advanced pharmaceutical and biologic therapies, targeting challenging and complex healthcare needs of patients in the US.
Our team uses the power of healthcare data to help manufacturers measure the impact of market access on brand performance and the cascading influence this has on how prescribers and patients gain access to innovative therapies. We support manufacturers by providing deep insights into the geographic variations of patient, insurer, and prescriber behavior and thereby help manufacturers implement more effective strategies for sales execution, insurer contracting, net revenue optimization, and all varieties of patient assistance programs.
The Market Access Strategy Consulting team at IQVIA recruits individuals with degrees from some of the world's top institutions. As a new hire, you will be provided on-the-job training that will allow you to develop the skills and business acumen necessary to successfully navigate the largest and most comprehensive set of US healthcare data assets. The knowledge and experience you build as an Associate Consultant will prepare you to generate high-quality insights and analytics for senior leaders at the top pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies in the US to address a wide variety of evolving business needs.
IQVIA, the Human Data Science Company, possesses the largest and most comprehensive set of healthcare data assets in the world. Join us as we focus on using data, analytics and strategy to help healthcare clients find better solutions for their patients. Formed through the merger of IMS Health and Quintiles, IQVIA offers a broad range of solutions that harness advances in healthcare information, technology, analytics and human ingenuity to drive healthcare forward.
Position Overview:
Associate Consultants are responsible for conducting a variety of analyses across multiple "big data" platforms to generate quantitative summaries, insights, and recommendations that address key business questions for our clients. Associate Consultants typically start their new role under the guidance of more senior team members but are quickly expected to contribute to all aspects of client engagements. In their first two years with the practice, Associate Consultants are expected to assume an active managerial role running workstreams and mentoring more junior colleagues. The analytical rigor, attention to detail, and creativity of our Associate Consultants' work is critical to the success of our engagement teams and our practice as a whole.
Key Responsibilities:
Execute high-quality, logical, and timely strategic analysis using a wide range of 'big data" assets (IQVIA and external) to derive trends, conclusions, and actionable recommendations for clients
Take ownership of discrete analyses or workstreams and conduct secondary (and occasionally primary) research on markets, payers, physicians, patients, and competitive products to support key findings for client engagements
Actively participate in internal brainstorming sessions, collaborate with project team, and exercise informed business judgement in identifying the best approach to address key client needs
Develop sophisticated predictive models to inform contracting strategies, patient cost and affordability programs, prescriber / product utilization, and brand performance / financial modeling
Translate analyses into thorough and insightful conclusions and outputs to address client issues and succinctly deliver these conclusions to clients via reports, presentations, and other engagement tools
Present deliverables to clients via teleconference and in face-to-face meetings and foster professional relationships with members of the client team
Manage upward by communicating progress and challenges, request guidance when needed, present potential solutions, and identify next steps
Develop deep knowledge of the healthcare industry and consulting methodologies
Assist with recruiting new team members and participate in the interview process
An ideal candidate will have:
1-2 years of work experience in consulting, data analytics, or other relevant areas within the life sciences industry
A strong academic record (GPA 3.5/4 or higher), excellent problem-solving abilities, exceptional communication skills, strong quantitative skills, and be a proven team contributor
An interest in and desire to learn about the constantly evolving healthcare industry
Good project management, time management and organizational skills
Excellent conversational and business English (written and oral)
Exceptional IT literacy e.g. Word, PowerPoint, Excel (SQL is a plus)
A willingness to travel as needed (10% on average)
To be eligible for this position, you must reside in the same country where the job is located.
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
The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $60,000.00 - $150,000.00. 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.
IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create connections that accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments. Everything we do is part of a journey to improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide.
To get there, we seek out diverse talent with curious minds and a relentless commitment to innovation and impact. No matter your role, everyone at IQVIA contributes to our shared goal of helping customers improve the lives of patients everywhere. Thank you for your interest in growing your career with us.
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