Business Analyst, UK

Lifescience Dynamics; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in life sciences is seeking a self-motivated Research Analyst to join their dynamic team. The role involves conducting impactful research, collaborating with clients to deliver actionable insights, and managing project work streams while utilizing strong analytical and communication skills. Ideal candidates will have a PharmD or PhD in a relevant field and possess experience within the biopharma or healthcare sectors.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant experience in biopharma, healthcare, or consulting.
• Strong analytical skills to conceptualize analysis into processes.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct primary and secondary research using appropriate sources.
• Analyze and interpret research findings to generate insights.
• Create and present reports and presentations to clients.

Skills

Research and analytical skills

Communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Foreign language skills

Education

PharmD/PhD in life sciences

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

Job description

We are currently seeking a self-motivated research analyst to join our growing team. In your role as a Business Analyst, you will work with team members on topics of wide variety and significance to our pharma clients working at global headquarters. You will be expected to assist with the smooth running of current projects, contact external sources such as industry stakeholders and key opinion leaders (KOLs) through telephone research, and attend international medical congresses. As you transition from one project to the next, you will need to quickly familiarize yourself with new therapy areas.

Overall scope of role:

Integral and key member of the client engagement team, committed to developing and delivering actionable project outcomes to meet our global clients' objectives. Working proactively and collaboratively with various stakeholders to ensure the smooth execution and delivery of multiple projects.

Key Accountabilities:

1. Conduct primary and secondary research using appropriate sources.
2. Analyze and interpret research findings to generate insights aligned with the brief and client objectives.
3. Collaborate with subject matter experts to develop diverse perspectives and substantive insights.
4. Manage subcontractors and oversee project work streams.
5. Create and present accurate, insightful, impactful, and persuasive reports and presentations to clients.
6. Maintain project timetables, plans, quality control practices, and procedures to support deliverables.

Key Skills/Personal Qualities:

Technical Skills:

• PharmD/PhD in a life science subject from a leading university, and/or 1-2 years of relevant experience in biopharma, healthcare, or consulting.
• Strong research and analytical skills with the ability to conceptualize analysis into processes and frameworks.
• Advanced skills in PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
• Foreign language skills are preferred.

Behavioral Skills:

• Strong communication skills—effective listening and observation, with the ability to communicate clearly and succinctly, both verbally and in writing, to any audience.
• Dependable and proactive, able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Curious and critical thinker, passionate about learning and continuous improvement.
• Capable of multitasking and delivering high-quality outputs under tight deadlines.
• Team player, able to collaborate effectively across diverse, multicultural teams and build credible professional relationships.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Driven with a desire to grow and develop personal capabilities.