Associate Principal- Custom Market Research

This role is hybrid and will require that you go into your local office in King of Prussia, PA or San Mateo, CA. To be eligible for this position, you must reside in the same country where the job is located.

About Us:

At IQVIA, we look for the very best people and then give them meaningful work to do. We don’t simply think about careers, we think about contributions.

Those who choose to work with us are joining a recognized global leader — a company uniquely positioned to help clients make the most of market opportunities and respond to challenges that affect global healthcare. We’re committed to blending industry expertise and advanced technology to deliver the most accurate perspectives and in-depth analytics on healthcare dynamics.

To join IQVIA means you’ll be part of a worldwide organization where one person can make a difference, and where collaboration and innovation rule. Our people are creative and client-focused. They are among the best and brightest in the industry. And they bring a broad range of expertise to the table. Our people are analysts, statisticians, software engineers, consultants, sales leaders, marketing and product managers, and more. The key to our success is our people, whose experience, talent, commitment and diversity set the standard for the health information industry.

Total Rewards:

We invest in people through a range of initiatives in compensation, benefits, and learning and development, and we strive to create an environment where our employees are challenged, empowered and can flourish.

The Custom Research business unit of IQVIA, formerly AlphaImpactRx, uses marketing research with physicians, patients and other allied healthcare professionals to drive strategic decision-making for our clients in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry.

The Position:
We are currently seeking a Manager and/or Associate Principal at IQVIA. You will be responsible for managing or leading multiple consulting projects and ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery for clients in the pharmaceutical or related industries.

Roles and Responsibilities Include:

• Managing project teams including both internal and external resources in the design, development and delivery of client deliverables.
• Leveraging business experience and acumen in identifying strategic alternatives and project approach to client questions.
• Serving as key point of contact with client.
• Providing follow-up with client after project deliverable has been completed to ensure client satisfaction.
• Ensuring clear communication throughout projects and within the team.
• Supporting the development of intellectual property for use on future engagements.
• Managing the process of proposal preparation and/or modifications including overall bid integrity.
• Developing and/or elevating new business opportunities through the identification of follow-on work and new leads.
• Developing broader and deeper knowledge of consulting methodologies and pharmaceutical market through on-the-job experience and training.
• Providing direction, advice and intellectual leadership to clients and delivery teams. Direct consulting teams through consistent participation in team meetings.
• Providing high level input to, and ensures the development of, client reports and presentations and delivery of all or significant portions of findings to client.
• Sharing subject matter expertise with others to elevate our capabilities to deliver world-class solutions for clients.
• Leading ad hoc work streams on critical people-related issues such as recruitment, learning and development.
• Serving as a coach to 3-4 staff.

Please Apply If:

• Bachelor's degree, master's degree preferred.
• 5-8 years professional experience in consulting within the pharmaceutical and/or healthcare industry with evidence of career progression.
• Demonstrable experience in and commitment to the life sciences and/or healthcare industries.
• Minimum of 2-3 years project management experience focused on multinational strategic consulting projects.
• A track record of leadership and people development.
• Demonstrable analytical, interpretative and problem-solving skills.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills including presentations, chairing meetings, workshop facilitation, business and report writing.
• Strong capability in managing large and/or multiple projects and juggling priorities so that deadlines are met while retaining consistently high-quality outcomes.
• Experience working in sizable/ multi-disciplined teams and leading staff.
• Experience in developing credible relationships with senior level managers and executives in the pharmaceutical/healthcare industry.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with others in and across the organization to accomplish team goals.
• Ability to contribute to business development through the identification of leads, development of proposals etc.
• Knowledge of key issues and current developments in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries.
• Knowledge of consulting methodologies, tools and techniques.
• Fluency in English (spoken and written).
• A willingness and ability to travel.

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

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.

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 $102,200.00 - $284,700.00. 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.