Escalent - Project Lead - Life Sciences

Escalent is an award-winning data analytics and advisory firm that helps clients understand human and market behaviors to navigate disruption. As catalysts of progress for more than 40 years, our strategies guide the world's leading brands. We accelerate growth by creating a seamless flow between primary, secondary, syndicated, and internal business data, providing consulting and advisory services from insights through implementation. Based on a profound understanding of what drives human beings and markets, we identify actions that build brands, enhance customer experiences, inspire product innovation and boost business productivity. We listen, learn, question, discover, innovate, and deliver-for each other and our clients-to make the world work better for people.

Why Escalent? Once you join our team you will have the opportunity to...

- Access experts across industries for maximum learning opportunities including Weekly Knowledge Sharing Sessions, LinkedIn Learning, and more.

- Gain exposure to a rich variety of research techniques from knowledgeable professionals.

- Enjoy a remote first/hybrid work environment with a flexible schedule.

- Obtain insights into the needs and challenges of your clients-to learn how the world's leading brands use research.

- Experience peace of mind working for a company with a commitment to conducting research ethically.

- Build lasting relationships with fun colleagues in a culture that values each person.

Role Overview :

- As a Life Sciences Project Lead, you will play a pivotal role in managing and executing secondary research projects focused on the life sciences domain.

- You will be responsible for sourcing, analyzing, and synthesizing information from diverse sources, enabling our clients to make informed decisions. If you are passionate about data analysis in the life sciences field, possess strong project management skills, and are dedicated to delivering actionable insights, we encourage you to apply for this opportunity.

Key Responsibilities :

- Project Leadership: Lead and oversee secondary research projects in the life sciences sector, ensuring alignment with client objectives, timelines, and industry-specific standards.

- Client Collaboration: Collaborate closely with clients to define project objectives, research questions, and data requirements. Maintain regular communication to update clients on project progress and insights.

- Source Identification: Identify and access a wide range of secondary data sources relevant to the life sciences industry, including databases, scientific literature, regulatory documents, and online resources.

- Data Collection: Collect, compile, and organize data from multiple sources while ensuring data accuracy and consistency. Develop and maintain databases for efficient data retrieval.

- Data Analysis: Analyze and synthesize data to extract meaningful insights, trends, and patterns. Utilize statistical tools and software for quantitative analysis when necessary.

- Reporting: Create comprehensive research reports and presentations that convey key findings, implications, and actionable recommendations to the clients.

- Quality Assurance: Implement stringent quality control processes to ensure the accuracy, reliability, and relevance of research findings within the life sciences domain.

- Team Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including secondary and primary research analysts, data engineers and data scientists (as required), to integrate secondary research findings into broader analytical projects tailored to the life sciences domain.

- Stay Current: Stay abreast of industry-specific trends, emerging data sources, and research methodologies within the life sciences field to continually enhance the quality and depth of secondary research offerings.

- Always meet the deadline with the highest standard of quality

- Demonstrate high integrity, sense of urgency, ability to recognize time sensitivity

- Maintain confidentiality of all official information

- Operate within the agreed customer and Escalent's Standard Operating Procedures

Qualifications :

- 5+ yrs experience in secondary research and data analysis within the life sciences domain, with Research/KPO/Consulting firms

- Bachelor's degree in life sciences, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).

- Strong project management skills with a proven track record of successfully leading research projects in the life sciences sector. Ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously is a plus.

- Proficiency in utilizing various databases, scientific literature resources, and research tools specific to the life sciences industry.

- Analytical mindset with excellent data analysis and interpretation skills relevant to life sciences data.

- Strong communication skills, including the ability to translate complex life sciences data into actionable insights.

- Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality results.

- Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities within the context of life sciences research.

- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

- Ability to maintain a professional demeanor under challenging situations.

- Solid time management skills

- Flexibility to work in different shifts, if required (no night shifts)