Senior Consultant, Healthcare

Ipsos in US; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Healthcare plans

Wellness benefits

Flexible workplace policy

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Ipsos Healthcare, a leading market research agency, seeks a Senior Consultant to join our Advisory Services team in delivering client engagements across the healthcare landscape. Responsibilities include competitive assessments, market landscape analysis, product lifecycle strategies, go‑to‑market models, launch strategies, and analytics work streams.

The role emphasizes strong project management, leadership of analysts, cross‑functional collaboration, and translating analytics into strategic

Qualifications

• BA/BS required; MBA/MPH preferred.
• 4+ years of professional life science experience, preferably in consulting, branding/marketing, management consulting, brand management or market research.
• Strong project management skills and ability to juggle multiple projects.
• Passion for bringing clarity to ambiguous situations.
• Passion for healthcare and solving client business needs.
• Ability to work cross‑functionally with a good understanding of primary and secondary market research.
• Illustrate business acumen and critical thinking skills.
• Confidence outlining reports and proposals in response to client RFPs and final presentations to Ipsos clients.
• Lead development, production, and interpretation of data for standard reports using analytics resources.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint required.
• High independence and exceptional work ethic.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional, proactive demeanor.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements across healthcare, including competitive assessments and market landscape analysis.
• Oversee day‑to‑day operations and material development for multiple projects.
• Guide Analysts and Senior Analysts on engagements and deliverables.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally within Advisory and broader HC teams on research approaches.
• Outline reports and proposals in response to RFPs and client presentations.
• Lead client interactions from kick‑off through reporting milestones.
• Develop, produce, and interpret data for standard reports using analytics resources.
• Support strategic recommendations and marketing materials.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Client communications

Excel & PowerPoint

Business development

Presentation skills

Education

BA/BS required

MBA/MPH preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description

Ipsos Healthcare, a leading market research agency, is looking for a driven, self‑motivated Senior Consultant to join our Advisory Services team. The role focuses on delivering client engagements across the healthcare landscape, including developing competitive assessments, market landscape analysis, product lifecycle strategies, go‑to‑market models, launch strategies, and analytical work streams.

Responsibilities

• Strong project management skills and ability to juggle multiple projects.
• Lead day‑to‑day operations and material development for multiple engagements alongside management, while providing leadership and guidance to an Analyst and/or Senior Analyst.
• Exhibit curiosity about healthcare topics and connect them with client interests.
• Work cross‑functionally within Advisory and broader HC teams, with a good understanding of primary and secondary market research approaches.
• Illustrate business acumen and critical thinking skills on evolving client questions.
• Confidently outline reports and proposals in response to client RFPs and present them as needed.
• Take a lead role in client interactions from kick‑off through all interim meetings and at reporting if appropriate.
• Lead the development, production, and interpretation of data for standard reports and utilize analytics resources.
• Support management in developing strategic recommendations, business development opportunities and marketing materials such as White Papers.
• Actively support business development efforts and build strong client relationships to ensure repeat business.

Qualifications

• BA/BS required; MBA/MPH preferred.
• 4+ years of professional life science experience, preferably in consulting, branding/marketing, management consulting, brand management or market research.
• Strong project management skills and ability to juggle multiple projects.
• Passion for bringing clarity to ambiguous situations.
• Passion for healthcare and solving client business needs.
• Ability to work cross‑functionally with a good understanding of primary and secondary market research.
• Illustrate business acumen and critical thinking skills.
• Confidence outlining reports and proposals in response to client RFPs and final presentations to Ipsos clients.
• Lead development, production, and interpretation of data for standard reports using analytics resources.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint required.
• High independence and exceptional work ethic.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional, proactive demeanor.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Benefits

Career development opportunities, an exceptional benefits package (including generous PTO, healthcare plans, wellness benefits), flexible workplace policy, and a strong collaborative culture. Base salary range $110,000‑$130,000, determined by location, experience, and other factors.

EEO Statement

Ipsos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other protected class and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.