Global Advisory Associate Consultant (Life Sciences)

IQVIA LLC; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence. The Associate / Associate Consultant role sits within Global Advisory Services in Centurion, South Africa, focusing on life sciences consulting, market access, and commercial strategy.

The position emphasizes analytical rigor, problem-solving, strong communication, and the ability to work in cross-functional teams. Travel requirements and right to work in the country apply.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or master's degree in life sciences, economics/business with healthcare exposure.
• PhD or equivalent research/commercial experience in healthcare advisable.
• 1-2 years in life sciences industry or consultancy is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct primary and secondary research and perform quantitative/qualitative analysis to identify client issues.
• Translate data into insights and communicate recommendations to decision makers.
• Assist development of proposals and participate in client meetings and workshops.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Travel willingness

Education

Undergraduate/Master's degree in life sciences or economics/business

PhD in Sciences or Business Administration

Tools

Excel

Job description

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence. The Associate / Associate Consultant role sits within Global Advisory Services in Centurion, South Africa, focusing on life sciences consulting, market access, and commercial strategy.

The position emphasizes analytical rigor, problem-solving, strong communication, and the ability to work in cross-functional teams. Travel requirements and right to work in the country apply.