Associate / Associate Consultant - Analytics

About the role

Blue Matter Insights (BMI) is a specialized insights CoE that combines sophisticated quantitative analytics with strategic pharmaceutical consulting. Associates and Associate Consultants work closely with strategy team members on high-stakes client engagements. The lean, entrepreneurial structure accelerates professional growth, with high performers progressing from executing analyses to leading workstreams and managing client relationships.

Primary Responsibilities

• Execute analyses using secondary data sources, commercial datasets, and primary research outputs to support strategic client questions
• Build and maintain analytical models including segmentation, forecasting, regression, and market sizing under the guidance of senior team members
• Structure, clean, and synthesize complex datasets from sources such as IQVIA, claims/EMR data, and proprietary survey data to uncover actionable patterns
• Develop dashboards, visualizations, and analytical tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) that enable teams to interpret and act on findings
• Ensure data integrity and analytical rigor through systematic quality control processes
• Translate analytical findings into clear, concise summaries for internal project teams, contributing to deliverable development
• Support the creation of client-ready presentations, reports, and executive summaries under senior guidance
• Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams spanning market research, strategy consulting, and technology—always solving for the “so what” behind the data
• Participate in internal project meetings and contribute analytical perspectives to team discussions
• Apply structured problem-solving approaches to break down analytical tasks within broader project plans
• Proactively seek to understand the business context behind each analysis—building commercial intuition alongside technical skills
• Identify opportunities to improve analytical processes, tools, and methodologies and share learnings with the team
• Growth Opportunity: As you develop, you will take on increasing client interaction, present findings directly to stakeholders, and begin mentoring newer team members.

Technical & Analytical

• Proficiency with Python, R, SQL, SAS, or similar statistical software
• Advanced Excel skills including complex modeling, data manipulation, and automation (VBA a plus)
• Experience with data visualization platforms (Tableau, Power BI, or similar)
• Strong quantitative reasoning and ability to select appropriate statistical methodologies
• Exposure to pharmaceutical commercial data (e.g., prescription data, claims data, market research datasets) preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to explain analytical work clearly to non-technical audiences
• Solid PowerPoint skills for contributing to executive-quality presentations
• Demonstrated accountability, attention to detail, and strong time management
• Intellectual curiosity and drive for continuous learning
• Foundational understanding of pharmaceutical commercial operations (sales force effectiveness, market access, launch planning)
• Familiarity with therapeutic area dynamics, competitive landscapes, and the broader healthcare ecosystem
• Eagerness to build domain knowledge and translate business questions into analytical frameworks

Qualifications

• BS degree in life sciences, statistics, mathematics, engineering, economics, or related quantitative field (MS/PhD preferred)
• 1–4 years of experience in quantitative analytics, preferably within life sciences consulting, pharmaceutical industry, or healthcare analytics (Associate: 0-1 years, Associate Consultant: 2-4 years + BS degree, or 2 years + MS degree)

Benefits

• 401k Plan - generous employer match with immediate vesting and financial planning resources
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage options effective day 1 of employment
• Flexible spending account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Company paid insurances including Short- and Long-Term Disability and Life insurance as well as additional voluntary options
• Paid parental leave for all new parents
• Health & Wellness Benefit (e.g., gym memberships; $1000 reimbursement annually)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Generous paid time off including vacation, sick days, floating and company holidays