Director, Qualitative Market Research

About the role

Adelphi Research conducts qualitative and quantitative market research exclusively for the pharmaceutical space. Our work provides insights that help bring new drugs to market, impacting patients with conditions such as oncology, neuroscience, immunology, diabetes, and more. We have contributed to the development of novel therapies that improve and extend patients’ quality of life.

Who We’re Looking For

• 8–12+ years of market research experience, preferably in the pharmaceutical/healthcare sector.
• Proven ability to generate sales and repeat business by fostering strong client relationships and seeking referrals.
• Passion for understanding client strategy and delivering insightful reports and presentations.
• Significant depth of qualitative research experience, including moderation of telephone/in‑person in‑depth interviews and focus groups.
• Ability to mentor junior and senior staff in qualitative research methods and pharmaceutical industry knowledge.
• Curiosity and openness to exploring new methods and spearheading development of innovative market research techniques.

What You Can Expect

• Recognition and appreciation for your contributions within a collaborative team.
• Opportunities to develop new business and nurture existing client relationships.
• Participation in senior leadership meetings, influencing the company’s strategic direction.
• Encouragement to think differently and apply creativity to develop new research techniques, deliver fresh insights, and identify process efficiencies.

What You Need To Do

• Design and implement qualitative research studies across all stages of the drug life cycle (Phase 2–Phase 4 clinical trials, pre‑launch promotional development, in‑line/mature products).
• Elevate qualitative results to business‑focused, strategic, and insightful recommendations.
• Deliver excellent presentations of research findings.
• Lead collaborative teams of senior and junior members.
• Build and expand new business relationships while nurturing existing pharmaceutical/biotech client accounts.
• Meet specific sales goals.
• Manage vendor/supplier market research, preferably within pharmaceutical research.
• Hold a minimum of a bachelor’s degree; advanced education is preferred.

Pay

$120,000 – $150,000

Schedule

Employees are required to work in the office for a minimum of three days per week, with the expectation that this requirement may increase over time; many agencies within Omnicom already require five days of in‑office attendance.