Associate, Strategy/ Life Sciences

IQVIA
IQVIA

Boston, MA, USA

USD 60k-150k / year

Posted on Aug 5, 2026

Job Overview
Provides high quality, timely development and on-time input to client solutions for the pharmaceutical and related industries. Assignments range in complexity from basic analysis and problem solving to assisting in the development of more complex solutions to leading small teams.

Essential Functions
• Leverages business experience and acumen in identifying strategic alternatives and project approach to client questions.
• Conducts primary and secondary research, and analyzes research to identify key findings and learnings.
• Creates sections of reports, presentations, workshops and other client deliverables, under general guidance from experienced team leaders.
• Communicates findings and recommendations. Assists with business development and proposals.
• Works independently or as part of a team, with some responsibility for managing and developing the career and skills of staff.
• Performs quantitative or qualitative analysis to assist in the identification of client issues and the development of client deliverables.
• Develops broad knowledge of related consulting methodologies and pharmaceutical market through the delivery of consulting engagements and participation in formal and informal learning opportunities.
• Serves as the day-to-day manager for projects and working closely with clients. Leads some learning, development and recruiting programs

Qualifications
• A strong academic track record including MBA or relevant graduate degree and/or 4 or more years relevant experience
• Prior experience or avid interest in the healthcare and life science industries
• Some project management experience
• Adaptability and an ability to learn quickly and apply new knowledge
• Excellent conversational and business English (written and oral); additional languages an advantage
• A willingness and ability to travel
• Right to work in the recruiting country

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com

IQVIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law. https://jobs.iqvia.com/eoe

IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.

The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $60,000.00 - $150,000.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.