Manager, Market Research, APAC

Medison Pharma; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharma company in Singapore is seeking a Market Research Manager to lead and leverage both primary and secondary research. This role focuses on supporting business development in APAC markets, especially evaluating opportunities in China. Ideal candidates should have a graduate degree in life sciences and a minimum of 5 years’ experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology fields. Fluency in both English and Mandarin is essential, along with strong analytical skills and the ability to work flexibly across time zones. Join us to make a significant impact on patient care.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Pharmaceuticals/Biotechnology, Market Access, or related fields.
• Experience engaging healthcare professionals and assessing treatments in China.
• Understanding of Asia Pacific pharmaceutical policy.
• Prior experience with rare diseases and oncology is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead primary and secondary market research projects.
• Collaborate with Business Development team on partnerships.
• Conduct evaluations for APAC market opportunities.
• Prepare written analysis and summary reports of research.
• Comply with all standard operational procedures.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Strong analytical and forecasting capabilities

Innovative and strategic thinking

Commercial, financial and marketing acumen

Ability to collaborate and influence

Fluency in Mandarin

Fluent English

Education

Graduate Degree in life/natural sciences or related field

Post-graduate degree in relevant scientific or business fields

Job description

Medison offers hope to patients suffering from rare and severe diseases, by forming partnerships with emerging biotech companies to accelerate access to highly innovative therapies in international markets.

As the creator and leader of the global partnership category in the pharma industry, we strive to be Always Ahead and work relentlessly to bring therapy to patients in need, no matter where they live.

Our values are at the core of every action we take, and we are committed to going above and beyond for the benefit of the patients we serve.

We are a dynamic, fast-paced company, operating in over 34 countries on 5 continents. We are looking for out-of-the-box thinkers, people who are passionate, caring, agile and adaptive, to join us on our mission. If you are looking to make a difference in people's lives, we invite you to join us!

As a Market Research Manager you will lead and leverage primary and secondary research, and work with internal functions (Market Access, Medical, Commercial, etc) to provide detailed insights, financial analysis and strategic recommendations to drive informed decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Work in coordination with the Medison Business Development team to support partners through the BD journey from first contact to deal closure.
• Drive the evaluation of BD opportunities in selected APAC markets, notably China, and assist with development of comprehensive assessment and evaluation of new opportunities.
• Support the BD assessment for the APAC region and work in collaboration with the team to consolidate insights into the overall Business Case presentation to potential partners.
• Responsible for the development and implementation of assigned market research activities in APAC related to BD projects and opportunities.
• Conduct secondary market research covering all related aspects of potential candidate treatments, from clinical research through to reimbursement and commercial strategy.
• Partner with internal subject matter experts in-region to develop and validate our understanding of unmet need and pathways to market.
• Engage in targeted Primary Market Research through interviews with external stakeholders, mainly key opinion leaders.
• Maintain awareness of the BD environment and opportunities in APAC. Where appropriate, explore, propose, and initiate business opportunities to further develop Medison's presence in the APAC market.
• Prepare written analysis and summary reports for the research insights accumulated during your work.
• Comply with all Medison SOPs, policies and national guidelines.

Internal and External Work Interfaces:

• Internal – Country and Regional Managers, Functional leads, Business Development Team.
• External – Partners and other relevant stakeholders (e.g. HCPs, KOL’s, pharmacies, clinics, HCPs).

Requirements

Required Education and Experience:

• Minimum Graduate Degree in life and/or natural sciences, medicine, pharmaceutical or a similar scientific discipline. Alternative qualifications may be considered if augmented by relevant training or experience.
• Preferred post-graduate degree in relevant scientific, health economic or business fields.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in either:
  • Pharmaceuticals/Biotechnology – Commercial, Medical or Market Access.
  • Associated adjacent organisations, such as Pharmaceutical Consulting.
  • Financial Analysis in Banking / Healthcare.
  • Business Development in Pharmaceutical /Biotech.
• Experience engaging specialist healthcare professionals and hospitals.
• Experience assessing novel innovative treatments in China.
• Understanding and experience in Asia Pacific pharmaceutical policy and landscape (for example pricing and reimbursement) - an advantage.
• Prior experience with rare diseases and/or oncology - an advantage.
• Fluent English – essential.
• Fluency in Mandarin - essential.

Required Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to successfully maintain professional and trusting relationships.
• Flexibility in engaging with global team in different time zones, including regular meetings out of local business hours.
• Innovative and strategic thinking.
• Strong analytical and forecasting capabilities.
• Works effectively in highly dynamic and changing environments.
• Ability to participate in multiple complex projects and deliver on (at times) urgent business priorities.
• Ability to collaborate and influence across senior stakeholders internally and externally.
• Mindset of continuous learning.
• Self-management & self-motivation.
• High ethical and compliance standards.
• Able to encourage cooperation between functions.
• Commercial, financial and marketing acumen and skills.
• Managing complexity (across brands, markets, functions).