Associate, Strategy/ Life Sciences

Cohort Start Date: Summer 2026

Please note that this is a hybrid position and will require regular presence at one of our offices in Boston, MA, New York, NY, or San Francisco, CA.

IQVIA Strategy Consulting is recognized as a global leader in serving the biopharmaceutical industry and is the management consulting arm of IQVIA, a leading provider of information, services and technology for the healthcare industry in 100+ countries.

Our teams offer deep expertise and unique methodologies to inform decisions about optimizing a treatment’s potential, covering various aspects ranging from trial design to reimbursement submissions to life cycle management. We advise clients on a variety of business issues that include product portfolio strategy, commercial model design and optimization, pricing and market access strategy, therapy area and brand strategy, and launch strategy and planning.

Individuals joining IQVIA Strategy Consulting are assured a progressive and rewarding career with a clear path to advancement. You will have the opportunity to address complex and challenging client issues as an integral part of the project team. We operate in a truly multi-cultural, collegial, and collaborative work environment that fosters professional development and growth.

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to internal brainstorming sessions to develop project methodology and recommendations

• Conduct primary and secondary research to inform client solutions, leveraging IQVIA’s proprietary tools and databases as necessary

• Perform quantitative and qualitative analyses to inform strategic recommendations; exercise informed judgment in identifying the approach to addressing key business questions

• Interview senior leaders and executives on the client team or external stakeholders (e.g. physicians, health insurers, thought leaders, and patients)

• Contribute to the preparation, execution, and follow up of client workshops

• Take ownership for the development of reports, presentations and other client deliverables, under the guidance of more senior team members

• Present to client audiences via teleconference or in face-to-face meetings at the client site

• Cultivate professional relationships with members of the client team

• Acquire deep knowledge of IQVIA data sources and tools

• Proactively develop knowledge of the healthcare industry and consulting methodologies

• Assist in proposal development and thought leadership activities

Skills & Experience:

• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills; critical thinking

• Strong interpersonal and rapport building skills

• Sound commercial awareness/business judgment and a keen interest in the life sciences

• Demonstrated project management, time management and organizational skills

• Attention to detail and ability to deliver high quality work within timeline

• A self-starter who thrives in a client-focused, global team environment

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (e.g. Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Qualifications & Requirements:

• A strong academic track record (GPA of 3.5/4.0 or greater preferred)

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree, (including but not limited to physical or life sciences, business, economics, engineering, statistics, applied mathematics, public health or relevant fields)

• A solid track record of extra-curricular achievement and leadership

• Excellent conversational and business English (written and oral); additional languages a plus

• Knowledge of US and global health systems a plus

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

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.

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.