Sr. Study Director

*****This position can be based out of the Synovate Chicago or Princeton, NJ offices*****

 

Synovate is the world's most curious company. We're market researchers! Our job is to learn what people like, and why they like the things they like. The work we do at Synovate is continuously stretching the definitions of conventional research. We operate across 6 continents, in 51 countries and 24 time zones.

 

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Medtech Division of Synovate Healthcare, which specializes in market research on behalf of the medical device and diagnostics industries, is looking for a Senior Study Director to be based in Chicago, IL or Princeton, NJ.  As a technical expert, this person will assist/oversee all phases of market research studies for assigned clients by either performing or supervising the performance of activities required for successful studies.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Oversee/Assist in all phases of qualitative and quantitative project management including, but not limited to: proposal writing, questionnaire design and implementation, sample selection, fieldwork moderation or monitoring data collection, analysis, report writing, and participation in client presentations.

· Ensures that all activities are done accurately, efficiently, within budget and in a timely manner.

· Direct supervision of 1-2 team members, as well as guidance and supervision to other staff to ensure the accurate and timely execution of research projects.

· Establish and maintain strong working relationships with clients.

· Work with other internal departments (coding, data processing, marketing, etc.) to ensure that the needs of the client are addressed.

· Stay current on trends and developments in the area of market research and medical devices.

 

REQUIREMENTS:

· Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of five years healthcare market research experience OR Graduate degree with minimum of three years healthcare industry experience.

· Knowledge of medical device industry is a plus, but is not required.

· Complete understanding of the organization’s philosophy and objectives as they relate to performing market research projects. Good working knowledge of research processes and analyses and the ability to run the projects.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with internal and external clients.

· Qualitative experience in moderating in-person individual and focus group interviews with medical professionals.

· Ability to supervise and advise junior level staff and proven leadership ability in high-pressure situations.

· Excellent organizational, problem solving and project management skills.

· Strong analytical skills plus strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite and other business-related software systems.

 

Please apply to this position by sending your resume to REC4@synovate.com . Please indicate the reference number for the position that you are applying to in the subject line.

 

*****This position can be based out of the Synovate Chicago or Princeton, NJ offices*****

 

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