Senior Research Analyst – Biopharmaceuticals

JM Search

Research Analyst developing targeted executive search strategies for biopharmaceuticals. Consulting on market dynamics and synthesizing complex data into actionable insights.

Posted 7/10/2026full-timeRemote • Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop & Execute Targeted Search Strategies
Partner with Client Partners and Recruiters to define search objectives and develop targeted executive search strategies for retained search engagements.
Design and execute research strategies that identify executive talent, competitive talent pools, and target organizations aligned with client objectives.
Apply advanced research methodologies and creative sourcing techniques to identify and engage passive executive talent with minimal oversight.
Leverage expertise in the biopharmaceutical industry to advise search teams on market dynamics, talent availability, and competitive landscapes.
Conduct in-depth market, competitive, and organizational research to support executive search engagements and new business opportunities.
Develop comprehensive market maps, organizational charts, succession pipelines, and executive talent landscapes.
Monitor industry trends, company growth, financing activity, acquisitions, leadership changes, and emerging therapeutic areas to inform search strategy.
Synthesize complex information into actionable insights and recommendations for Client Partners and Recruiters.
Identify, evaluate, and prioritize executive leaders using advanced research methodologies, industry networks, and executive search technologies.
Build and maintain relationships with executives to develop long-term market intelligence and talent networks.
Serve as a trusted research advisor to Client Partners and Recruiters throughout each engagement.
Proactively communicate market intelligence, search progress, and candidate insights.
Recommend strategic adjustments to search strategy based on market findings.
Escalate search challenges appropriately while maintaining exceptional internal client service.
Demonstrate expertise across the biopharmaceutical value chain.
Prepare executive candidate profiles, position specifications, market intelligence reports, organizational analyses, and client presentations.
Coordinate research deliverables, interviews, client meetings, and project milestones to ensure timely execution.
Maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation within Thrive in accordance with firm standards.
Ensure the accuracy of candidate information, market intelligence, organizational research, compensation data, and executive movement within internal systems.
Support business development by developing market maps, talent intelligence, competitive analyses, and search examples for proposals and client pursuits.
Mentor Research Associates and junior team members, sharing expertise in executive search research, market intelligence, and project execution.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 2 years of experience conducting research within a retained executive search, executive recruiting, or specialized life sciences search environment.
Ability to manage multiple executive search engagements in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.
Demonstrated expertise using advanced and creative research methodologies to identify passive executive talent and develop executive talent landscapes.
Strong knowledge of the biopharmaceutical industry, including executive leadership functions spanning Discovery Research through Commercialization.
Ability to synthesize complex market information into strategic recommendations that influence search execution and client decision-making.
Excellent analytical, writing, presentation, and communication skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Bachelor's degree required; advanced education in life sciences, business, or a related discipline preferred.
Advanced proficiency with executive research platforms, LinkedIn Recruiter, Microsoft Office Suite, and executive search databases.

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) match
excellent health, vision, and dental benefits
flexible working options

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Hard Skills & Tools

Executive Search ResearchMarket MappingOrganizational AnalysisTalent Landscape DevelopmentCompetitive AnalysisSuccession Pipeline DevelopmentData Accuracy ManagementCandidate Profile PreparationResearch Strategy ExecutionPassive Talent Identification

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCommunication SkillsPresentation SkillsAttention to DetailRelationship Building