IQVIA Primary Market Research Associate Consultant

IQVIA Primary Market Research Associate Consultant Recruitment 2026

IQVIA is hiring a Primary Market Research Associate Consultant in Bengaluru, India for its Research & Intelligence (R&I) team.
The role focuses on delivering quantitative Primary Market Research (PMR) projects across healthcare and pharmaceutical markets, working with global clients and multiple therapy areas.
Candidates will support end-to-end research projects involving questionnaire design, data analysis, market research, report development, quality control, and client communication.
Applicants with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Life Sciences and 3–4 years of relevant experience can apply, with an MBA and pharmaceutical consulting or market research experience preferred.

Primary Market Research Associate Consultant

About the Role

The position is part of IQVIA’s Research & Intelligence (R&I) team, which combines Primary Market Research (PMR) and Secondary Desk Research (SDR) to generate actionable insights for clients.

The role requires experience in Primary Market Research, with responsibility for managing multiple projects under tight timelines while working with global clientele.

Primary Market Research Experience: 3+ years
Relevant Experience: 3–4 years
Reporting To: Senior Consultant

Job Role & Responsibilities

The Associate Consultant will support the end-to-end delivery of quantitative PMR projects across different therapy areas and healthcare sectors.

Primary Market Research Projects

Responsibilities include:

• Support quantitative Primary Market Research projects across diverse therapy areas.
• Work on studies such as:

  • ATU
  • Demand estimation
  • Market assessments
  • Patient flow
  • Patient journey
  • Buying process
  • Segmentation
  • Strategic research initiatives

• Manage multiple PMR projects under tight timelines.
• Prioritize project requests based on criticality and business requirements agreed with stakeholders.

Questionnaire & Research Design

• Design and refine questionnaires and discussion guides.
• Incorporate guidance from senior team members to ensure research objectives are effectively addressed.
• Develop research approaches aligned with client objectives.

Data Analysis & Interpretation

• Conduct robust data analysis.
• Review tabulations.
• Code open-ended responses.
• Develop table specifications.
• Validate research outputs.
• Interpret quantitative and qualitative data and integrate different sources of data assets.
• Ensure research findings are accurate, insightful, and methodologically sound.

Reports & Client Deliverables

• Develop PowerPoint report templates.
• Prepare client deliverables.
• Synthesize research findings into clear and compelling narratives.
• Address key business questions and support strategic decision-making.

Project & Stakeholder Management

• Provide regular progress updates to project leads and managers.
• Contribute to internal discussions on research findings, implications, and recommendations.
• Manage stakeholder communication.
• Support project leads in client communications through:

  • Emails
  • Presentations
  • Conference calls

• Take ownership and accountability as an individual contributor.
• Deliver high-quality work with minimal supervision while maintaining productivity and project timelines.

Quality Control & Continuous Development

• Perform thorough quality control and final review of project outputs.
• Ensure deliverables are accurate, error-free, and client-ready.
• Contribute to personal capability development through continuous learning and performance improvement.
• Demonstrate flexibility and curiosity while working across different healthcare sectors.

Eligibility & Qualifications

Educational Qualification

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Life Sciences

MBA – Preferred

Experience

• 3–4 years of relevant experience
• 3+ years of Primary Market Research experience
• Preference is given to candidates with experience in consulting and market research within the pharmaceutical domain.

Healthcare Industry Experience

Candidates should have experience or an academic background relevant to healthcare sectors including:

• Pharmaceuticals
• Life Sciences
• Biotechnology
• Healthcare Services

Eligible Qualification Courses

B.Sc. Life Sciences | M.Sc. Life Sciences | B.Pharm | M.Pharm | Pharm.D | MBA

Required Skills

Candidates should have:

• Experience in quantitative PMR research.
• Experience working across a variety of therapy areas.
• Strong quantitative and qualitative interpretation and analysis skills.
• Ability to integrate different sources of data assets.
• Ability to understand the relationship between client needs, data, and its application.
• Experience designing and developing questionnaires and discussion guides according to client objectives.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Innovative thinking abilities.
• A solution-oriented approach.
• Ability to work independently and manage project timelines.
• Strong proficiency in:

  • MS Word
  • PowerPoint
  • Excel

Healthcare & Market Research Areas

The role provides exposure to a broad range of healthcare sectors, including:

• Pharmaceutical Research
• Life Sciences
• Biotechnology
• Medical Devices
• Healthcare Services
• Primary Market Research
• Quantitative Market Research
• Healthcare Consulting
• Patient Journey Research
• Market Assessment
• Segmentation Studies
• Demand Estimation
• Patient Flow Studies

Job Location & Details

Company: IQVIA

Job Title: Primary Market Research Associate Consultant

Location: Bengaluru, India

Job Type: Full Time

Job Requisition ID: R1554086

Department: Research & Intelligence

Experience: 3–4 years relevant experience

Primary Market Research Experience: 3+ years

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official IQVIA Careers portal.

Apply Now – IQVIA Primary Market Research Associate Consultant

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