Director, Healthcare

Ipsos North America

. Work with pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device manufacturers and technology companies throughout the project lifecycle .

Posted 9/28/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $100,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive Market Research Experience with a focus on medical devices and technologies, alongside strong project management and statistical analysis skills. Capable of mentoring teams, developing client relationships, and producing high-quality research outputs while managing multiple projects effectively.

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Market Research ExperienceProject ManagementStatistical AnalysisQuestionnaire DesignTeam Management

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Hard Skills

Market ResearchStatistical AnalysisQuestionnaire DesignProject ManagementData Preparation

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingCommunication SkillsTime ManagementClient ServiceTeamwork

Industry Keywords

Medical DevicesBiotechPharmaceuticalsHealthcareDiagnostics

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work with pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device manufacturers and technology companies throughout the project lifecycle
Take responsibility for team actions and activities with Medtech management
Develop existing client development plans with Medtech management
Resolve problems and own results
Direct complex projects and higher-value work
Generate meaningful insights from research data
Use advanced research techniques appropriately
Maximize client contact and lead relationship-building and business-development activities
Mentor junior staff in research skills and career development
Recruit key skills and maintain departmental operational efficiency
Conduct performance reviews and design staff development plans
Keep abreast of healthcare and major medical device and diagnostics company trends
Manage multiple projects while meeting time, budget and profitability requirements
Produce high-quality research outputs, proposals and questionnaires
Analyze and interpret data accurately
Liaise with Operations departments and manage interfaces with Operations, Corporate functions and external suppliers
Promote teamwork across the business area, Division and Ipsos

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 6 years of strong Market Research Experience and good application of knowledge
Experience in medical devices and technologies is ideally preferred but not essential
Solid experience in questionnaire design, table specifications and project management
Experience directly managing a team and projects
Understand and use statistical analysis
Selling of research projects and capabilities
Good communication skills, written and oral
Sound problem-solving skills
Able to work under pressure and meet aggressive deadlines
Exceptional time management skills
Good data preparation skills
Good client service skills
Able to build strong links with the rest of the business
Proactive / Self-motivated
Able to work effectively in a team and independently
Degree in Business, Marketing, Social Science, Biological Science, Healthcare / Pharmacy, Statistics or related studies

Benefits

Comp & perks

Career development opportunities
Exceptional benefits package
Generous PTO
Healthcare plans
Wellness benefits
Flexible workplace policy
Strong collaborative culture