Competitive Intelligence Analyst

Role Summary

The Competitive Intelligence Analyst role will focus on generating actionable insights on the competitive landscape for next-generation sequencing (NGS)-based diagnostic testing for cancer patients. The analyst will track, analyze, and interpret competitor activities, market trends, and scientific/clinical developments to support strategic decision-making across marketing, commercial, and medical affairs.

Responsibilities

• Continuously monitor competitors in the precision oncology diagnostics space, including new test launches, regulatory filings, clinical validation studies, partnerships, pricing, and reimbursement strategies.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of emerging technologies (e.g., liquid biopsy, companion diagnostics, multi-cancer early detection) and their potential impact.
• Develop profiles and benchmarking reports on key competitors, products, and pipelines.
• Deliver monthly and quarterly intelligence summaries, competitive dashboards, and scenario analyses to inform strategic and tactical planning.
• Understand business implications of complex scientific and market data
• Contribute quarterly competitive landscape reviews, ad-hoc deep dives, and strategic discussions.
• Translate findings into strategic recommendations for executive and functional leadership to guide portfolio prioritization, go-to-market, and evidence generation strategies
• Partner with R&D, Commercial, and Medical Affairs to monitor clinical trial results, publications, and congress updates relevant to cancer diagnostics.
• Collaborate with Market Access and Reimbursement teams to track payer policies, coverage decisions, and competitor pricing.
• Support Business Development with competitive intelligence for partnerships, licensing opportunities, and M&A assessments.
• Actively participate in cross-functional working groups, competitive review meetings, and major congress debriefs (ASCO, ESMO, AMP, etc.).
• Leverage databases, publications, analyst reports, KOL input, and primary/secondary research to build robust intelligence deliverables.
• Implement AI tools to increase effectiveness and efficiency of intelligence gathering, consolidation, and analysis.
• Maintain a centralized repository of competitive intelligence and establish best practices for dissemination across the company.

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Oncology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, or related field.
• Required: 3–5 years of experience in competitive intelligence or market analysis within diagnostics, biotech, or life sciences.
• Required: Experience integrating data from multiple sources (e.g., publications, regulatory databases, KOL interviews) into cohesive strategic narratives.
• Required: Strong understanding of the competitive dynamics among precision oncology companies (e.g., Caris, Foundation Medicine, Guardant, Tempus, Exact Sciences).
• Required: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and general internet for business use.
• Required: Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex technical and business information into actionable insights.
• Required: Proficiency in CI tools, market databases, and data visualization platforms.
• Required: Self-starter with ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize under deadlines, and work independently.
• Required: High integrity and ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
• Required: Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation).
• Preferred: Advanced degree (MS, PhD, MBA).
• Preferred: Familiarity with NGS technologies, clinical oncology applications, and the regulatory landscape for diagnostics.

Skills

• Data analysis and synthesis
• Competitive intelligence and market analysis
• Strategic thinking and communication
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Data visualization and reporting

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Oncology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, or related field (required)
• Advanced degree (MS, PhD, MBA) preferred

Additional Requirements

• Must be comfortable with travel, including evenings and weekends as required by business needs.
• Physical demands include typical office activities (sitting, using standard equipment).