Senior Market Research Manager

Davita Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the biopharmaceutical sector is seeking a Senior Market Research Manager to oversee custom market research solutions for top healthcare clients. The role requires handling complex projects, engaging with clients, and mentoring junior staff to deliver insight-driven results that align with business objectives. Candidates should possess strong quantitative and qualitative research skills.

Benefits

Health benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision

Company match 401k

Flexible paid time off (PTO)

Sick time

Qualifications

• 3-10 years of relevant experience in market research, ideally in healthcare or life sciences.
• Strong understanding of both quantitative and qualitative methodologies.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end execution of market research projects, managing timelines and budgets.
• Design surveys, analyze data, and create reports.
• Serve as main client contact and present findings.

Skills

Project Management

Quantitative Research

Qualitative Research

Client Engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in marketing, social sciences, business, public health, or related field

Tools

Qualtrics

Decipher

Excel

SPSS

PowerPoint

Job description

Description

AnswerSuite is part of the Syneos Health organization and is a market research center of excellence. We have been serving the biopharmaceutical industry for over 30 years as experts in market measurement.Whether our clients are preparing for a product launch, optimizing marketing strategies, or navigating generic competition, we deliver the precise, data-driven insights they need to stay ahead of the competition and achieve our clients' business objectives.This is achieved through our data-driven insights garnered from our syndicated data and custom/primary research analytics.Our team is comprised of tenured business development professionals, analytical gurus, technology innovators and panel management experts.

Do you have a noticeable passion for results?

As a Senior Market Research Manager within the AnswerSuite division at Syneos Health, you will lead the development and delivery of custom market research solutions for top pharmaceutical, biotech, and healthcare clients. This role requires expertise in both quantitative and qualitative research, a strong consultative presence, and the ability to oversee complex projects from design through delivery. You will manage high-visibility client relationships and ensure research outcomes align with broader strategic objectives.

In this role, you will shape research strategies, mentor junior team members, and support business development efforts. Your ability to synthesize findings into compelling, insight-driven narratives will be critical in influencing key decisions for clients across the healthcare landscape.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Management & Execution: Lead end-to-end execution of market research projects, manage timelines, budgets, and communications.

Quantitative Research: Design surveys, analyze data, and create insight-driven reports.

Qualitative Research: Develop discussion guides, manage logistics for qualitative studies, and serve as moderator when needed.

Client Engagement & Insights Delivery: Serve as the main point of contact for clients, present findings, and contribute to proposals and growth strategies.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with AnswerSuite's internal teams and support the integration of research insights into broader commercialization strategies.

Qualifications:

• 3-10 years of relevant experience in custom/primary market research, preferably within healthcare or life sciences.
• Strong understanding of both quantitative and qualitative methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Skilled in survey platforms (e.g., Qualtrics, Decipher), data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SPSS, Q), and reporting tools (e.g., PowerPoint).
• Bachelor's degree in marketing, social sciences, business, public health, or a related field. Specific training in market research and/or an advanced degree is a plus.

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $90K to $115K. The base salary range represents the anticipated low and high of the Syneos Health range for this position. Actual salary will vary based on various factors such as the candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role. In addition, some positions may include eligibility to earn commissions/bonus based on company and / or individual performance.

At Syneos Health, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. If your past experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway. At times, we will consider transferable skills from previous roles. We also encourage you to join our Talent Network to stay connected to additional career opportunities.

Syneos Health Communications is powered by Syneos Health, a global professional services organization designed to help the biopharmaceutical industry shorten the distance from lab to life. We have a proven pedigree in health, with industry titans in every facet of healthcare. This eliminates guesswork and fuels our passion for total, life-changing solutions. At the heart of health, we're uniquely poised to predict what's next and respond to the market's demand for smarter and faster answers. We are able to help our customers make important decisions within their business due to our unique understanding of the complexities that come along with working in the healthcare industry. Syneos Health Communications is able to make the complex, simple.

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Syneos Health has a voluntary COVID-19 vaccination policy. We strongly encourage all employees to be fully vaccinated. Additionally, certain local governments or Syneos Health customers may have vaccine requirements that apply to some of our employees. These employees are required to submit proof of vaccination to Syneos Health and maintain compliance with these requirements.
At Syneos Health, we believe in providing an environment and culture in which Our People can thrive, develop and advance. We reward and recognize our people by providing valuable benefits and a quality-of-life balance. The benefits for this position will include a competitive compensation package, Health benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision, Company match 401k, flexible paid time off (PTO) and sick time. Because certain states and municipalities have regulated paid sick time requirements, eligibility for paid sick time may vary depending on where you work. Syneos Health complies with all applicable federal, state, and municipal paid sick time requirements.