Research Consultant

Company Description Darwin Research Group is a research and consulting firm focusing on healthcare delivery models. We specialize in comprehensive analyses of health systems, physician groups, and emerging payer models such as accountable care organizations and bundled payments. Our goal is to help our clients better understand the healthcare ecosystem and succeed in the ever- changing landscape. Our clients include pharmaceutical companies and medical device manufacturers. Job Purpose As a Research Consultant, you will be a critical member of the Research Team, assisting our clients through research and both syndicated and custom project engagements. You will also wear numerous hats at Darwin, collaborating across departments to meet client and internal requests, support sales and marketing initiatives, and manage project work. You will have the opportunity to engage with all Darwinians and make an impact in a growing organization. This dynamic role is for you if you are a team player, eager to delight clients, detail-oriented, deadline-driven, flexible, creative, and passionate about learning and adapting to change. Job Responsibilities Conduct research and contribute to product and process improvements to support our core product and service offerings. Lead end-to-end research projects and custom client engagements, including research design, data collection and analysis, and the delivery of relevant and actionable recommendations. Collaborate with the sales team by responding to inquiries, participating in client calls and communications, and providing support throughout the sales cycle. Propose and respond to client research requests, offering strategic guidance on research methodologies, project scope, data collection and analysis, and deliverables. Partner with the Research Director to create and implement operational efficiencies and product and process improvements; train the research team on workflows and best practices. Support the growth of our expert research panel by managing participant recruitment, conducting interviews, and optimizing associated workflows. Master our project and content management tools, including Monday.com and Dropbox, to organize documentation and ensure effective cross-functional communication. Proactively identify opportunities for new workflows, and product and service enhancements; work cross-functionally to implement best practices. Work as a team player by working closely with our project coordinator and mentoring research colleagues and cross-functional teams. Remain flexible as responsibilities evolve in response to organizational growth and changing priorities. Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) from a four-year college or university At least 4 years of experience in syndicated or custom research in client-facing environments or similar professional environments Interest and prior experience in the healthcare industry (3+ years of experience) Working knowledge of MS Office Suite, Google Mail, Zoom, and related business tools Proven project management experience and understanding of project lifecycles Demonstrated ability to plan research, source participants, design discussion guides and research materials, and synthesize information from multiple sources – secondary research, interviews, surveys, etc. Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate in a professional and timely manner and update internal and external stakeholders on project progress Organizational skills, with attention to detail and demonstrated commitment to quality Highly enthusiastic, service-oriented, and responsive Excellent time, resource, and project management skills Self-motivated, thriving in a fast-paced, growth-oriented, deadline-driven environment Quick learner with the ability to multitask with minimal supervision Creative problem solver finding ways to navigate ambiguity and deliver insightful and actionable results Ability to work cross-functionally What We Offer Full-time position with a competitive salary Medical, dental, and vision benefits 401K with guaranteed company contribution Generous PTO Flexible hours Due to hybrid work environment, local candidates and those willing to relocate are strongly preferred For the right person, this is an opportunity to expand your skill set and contribute to a growing company in a healthy, challenging, and collaborative environment. Many of our clients see value in our partnership and work with us year after year. Reach out to learn more! Darwin Research Group is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Website: https://www.darwinresearch.com/