Associate Manager, Research Analytics

Putnam; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Putnam, part of InizioIgnite, is seeking an Associate Manager for Research Analytics to drive systematic literature reviews and evidence generation for health and life sciences clients. The role combines science and strategy to enable confident decision-making and value creation for pharma brands and medical affairs teams.

Ideal candidates have 7–10 years of healthcare research experience, strong project management, and excellent communication skills to collaborate with senior stakeholders and

Qualifications

• Experience designing, planning, executing and managing systematic review studies in healthcare.
• Ability to manage complex projects and drive structured problem-solving.
• Excellent client communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manages multiple workstreams and drives overall project execution across literature reviews.
• Provides guidance to analysts and project managers to ensure high-quality output.
• Designs protocols, search strategies, data extraction templates, and reporting for literature reviews.
• Performs peer review and auditing of records/full-text publications and data extraction.
• Supports qualitative and quantitative synthesis and value messaging for clients.
• Collaborates with senior stakeholders on methodological frameworks and project delivery.

Skills

Life Sciences

Systematic Review

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Data Interpretation

Education

Bachelor/Master in Life Sciences

Job description

Job Description - Associate Manager, Research Analytics

InizioIgnite is the global advisory partner for health and life sciences, encompassing connected expertise across Research Partnership, Putnam, Vynamic, and STEM. Guided by purpose, passion, and precision, we collaborate with clients to ignite impact, accelerate performance, and deliver lasting change for patients. By uniting strategy, insights, and innovation with a unique depth and breadth ofexpertise, we drive transformation and shape the future of health.

Our Putnam strategy consulting team bridges science and strategy to enable confident decision-making and build value for pharma. We partner with leading health and life science companies serving brand & commercial leaders, Medical Affairs, access & pricing, and R&D.Ourexpertisespans offeringsincludingtherapeutic area strategy, data & AI strategy, go-to-market strategy, commercialization & growth, value, pricing & access (VPA) strategy, and evidence generation.Proudly part ofInizio– the market-leading commercialization partner for health and life sciences. From early-stage development to loss of exclusivity, we simplify complexity, unlock value, and make collaboration seamless at every pivotal moment – supporting confident, insight-driven decisions that move innovation forward.

Inizio Ignite, Putnam

Role Overview

Profile - A dynamic and proactive professional with experience in SLR in life sciences

Skill and Expertise

- FOR SLR BACKGROUND

What You’ll Be Doing

• Manages multiple workstreams and contributes to overall project execution driving the screening, data extraction, quality assessment, qualitative synthesis and value messaging
• Provides guidance to analysts and project managers, ensuring high-quality output
• Designs and develops protocols, search strategies, data extraction templates, and reports for literature review studies
• Conducts peer review and auditing (quality checks) of records/full-text publications screened, data extracted, and quality assessments carried out by others
• Assists in carrying out qualitative and quantitative synthesis
• Supports client interactions
• Collaborates with senior stakeholders on strategic frameworks, methodologies and overall project delivery

What You’ll Need

• A degree in Life Sciences, Public Health/Health Economics, or equivalent from a reputed Tier 1 or Tier 2 college with 7-10 yrs of experience
• Experience in designing, planning, executing and managing systematic review studies in healthcare domain. Expertise in screening title/abstract and full-text publications, data extraction and quality assessment
• Ability to manage complex projects and drive structured problem-solving
• Ability to distill complex data, interpret results and write technical reports with clear value messages
• Excellent client communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Strong project management capabilities

Educational Qualification

- A degree in Life Sciences, Public Health/Health Economics, or equivalent from a reputed Tier 1 or Tier 2 college

Typical Experience

- 7-10 years

Our Pledge

At Inizio, we value inclusivity, recognize the power of diversity, and inspire the next generation of changemakers. We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome all applications regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or disability.

Artificial Intelligence

Inizio may use AI technologies to support certain aspects of our recruitment process, but all hiring decisions are made by our human recruiting team. We are committed to fair, inclusive, and human-led hiring practices.

Don’t meet every job requirement? That’s okay! Our company is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you’re excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others.