Senior Research Executive

Porterhouse Medical Group, Ltd.; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research consultancy is seeking a Senior Research Executive to join their team in London. The role involves supporting research projects, managing data logistics, and contributing to project analysis. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in life sciences, excellent communication skills, and a passion for research.

Qualifications

• At least two years’ experience in a research/insight agency role.
• Strong academic record in life sciences or closely related subject.
• Excellent English language skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Directors and Managers on research projects.
• Manage data collection logistics and client interactions.
• Play a key role in project analysis and reporting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Communication

Research skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in life sciences or related subject

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Senior Research Executive – Porterhouse Insights

Porterhouse Insights

Porterhouse Insights is the global research, insight and evidence consultancy of Porterhouse Medical Group* (part of the SCIRIS network**), which was established in 2017 to generate actionable insights to meet evolving client needs.

Our agency works with healthcare and pharmaceutical clients across R&D, commercial and medical to answer ad hoc research questions with global primary and secondary market research studies.

The team also works closely with Porterhouse Medical colleagues to ensure our campaigns and solutions are driven by powerful, real-world insights and truly make a difference to people’s lives.

A summary of who we are looking for

Our consultancy has grown rapidly in the last few years, and we are now looking for a talented Senior Research Executive to join our friendly team. The successful candidate will be involved in both qualitative and quantitative research projects and will develop a broad multi-disciplinary insight skill set.

Senior Research Executive (UK office – Reading/London/Hybrid) – job description

As a Senior Research Executive, your key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the Directors and Managers on nominated projects
• Understanding project objectives and how these will be addressed by the research, seeking clarification from the senior team as required
• Proactively implementing research processes and practices
  • Whilst adhering to SOPs and industry codes of conduct
• Becoming a key point of contact for data collection logistics, liaising with external suppliers with support from the wider team
  • Reviewing and identifying issues
  • Resolving issues in a proactive manner with support from the senior team
• Ensuring projects are progressing as per the timeline
  • Demonstrating awareness of project timelines and proactively preparing for the next steps
• Becoming involved in client management
• Becoming involved in financial monitoring of projects with support from the senior team
• Playing a key role in project analysis and reporting
• Provide significant input into team analysis / reporting brainstorms and assuming responsibility for a significant proportion of reports
• Supporting the senior team with proposals and business development activities through desk research and other activities
• Collaborating closely with Porterhouse Medical colleagues to develop joint ventures

Desired background and skills

We are looking for the very best researchers to maintain our reputation as a first-class, evidence, insights and research agency delivering projects of the highest quality. Specifically, we are looking for individuals with the following skills, attributes and qualifications:

• At least two years’ experience in a research/insight agency role or similar
• A bachelor’s degree (2:1 or higher) in a life science (biological sciences, biomedical sciences, biochemistry or a closely related subject) and a strong academic record; appropriate psychology or business qualifications will add to the strength of the application
• Excellent English language skills and meticulous attention to detail
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint and Excel) and AdobeAcrobat
• The ability to pick up and understand new information rapidly, and to work well both in a team andindividually
• A strong work ethic and a solution-focused ‘can do’ attitude combined with intellectual curiosity andcreativity
• A self-starter with a passion for research, communications and healthcare

Applications

To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter to [e-mail] for the attention of Jan Coetzee (Talent Manager).

We do not accept unsolicited CVs from recruiters or employment agencies.