Associate Director, Market Research & Competitive Intelligence, Pipeline & Early Assets

Role: Associate Director of Market Research and Competitive Intelligence (MRCI) supporting Alkermes' early pipeline. Responsibilities: design and execute qualitative and quantitative primary market research, identify knowledge gaps with NPP, analyze data from diverse sources, and communicate strategic insights to cross-functional teams; collaborate with CI team for pipeline decisions; serve as a key thought partner to maximize insights. Requirements: Bachelor's in business, science, or quantitative disciplines; 8+ years in pharma, with at least 5 in market research or consulting; experience supporting early-stage pipeline products; strong research methodology, analytical skills, and knowledge of pharma marketing, access, and data sources; excellent communication. Preferred: ability to manage multiple projects, influence cross-functional teams, and synthesize complex data; proactive vendor management. High-Value: focus on early pipeline, global insights, HCP/patient/payer research, and science foundation supporting psychiatric and neurological disorders. Work setup: hybrid (Waltham, MA), 3 days onsite, 2 remote; 60% in-office work, no full remote option.