Primary Market Research Junior Associate

RA Capital Management, LLC•Boston, MA

4d•$60,000 - $80,000•Hybrid

About The Position

RA Capital is seeking a Junior Associate, Primary Market Research to join their team, focusing on quantitative primary market research, value & access, and pricing. This role is suited for individuals with about 2 years of experience in life sciences consulting, pharmaceutical market research, or a related healthcare research role, who have practical experience in designing and executing primary research studies. The Primary Market Research team generates proprietary insights through patient, physician, and payer surveys and calls to inform investment decisions across RA Capital’s portfolios. The role involves executing a high volume of quantitative and qualitative research studies, acting as a liaison between PMR and the broader Research team. Responsibilities include translating research questions into effective studies, managing external vendors, overseeing data quality, and synthesizing findings into actionable insights. A key aspect of this role is the eagerness to experiment with and incorporate AI into work for increased efficiency and effectiveness, as RA Capital seeks individuals proactive about using AI, exploring new tools, and potentially building or customizing them.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, biomedical sciences, public health, data analytics, or a related field.
Approximately 2 years of experience in pharmaceutical or healthcare market research, life sciences consulting, or a related analytical role.
Hands-on experience designing and executing primary market research studies.
Strong scientific literacy or demonstrated ability to quickly learn and interpret scientific and clinical information.
Strong analytical skills and ability to synthesize complex research findings into clear, actionable takeaways.
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage a high volume of concurrent and varied projects.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Self-directed and collaborative, with the ability to work independently while responding well to feedback and guidance.
Adaptable and flexible, with the ability to work through ambiguity, shifting priorities, and complex problems.
Genuine enthusiasm for AI tools, including experience experimenting with, adopting, or customizing them for day-to-day work.
Must be based in Boston with the ability to work in our downtown office on a hybrid schedule.
Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Experience conducting primary market research related to value & access, market access, and/or pharmaceutical pricing.
Experience conducting payer-focused research or pricing sensitivity studies.
Experience with quantitative research methodologies such as conjoint, MaxDiff, discrete choice, willingness-to-pay, or similar approaches.
Experience with data analysis and visualization tools such as Excel, Python, or similar tools.
Experience working with or managing external research vendors.

Responsibilities

Design and execute quantitative and qualitative primary market research across multiple therapeutic areas, including physician, patient, and payer research; develop surveys, screeners, discussion guides, and study materials.
Manage a high volume of quantitative surveys from research objective alignment through testing, fielding, data delivery, quality control, analysis, and synthesis.
Conduct value & access and pricing-related research, including work focused on market access, payer dynamics, pricing sensitivity, and other commercial considerations.
Coordinate with external research vendors on project scoping, timelines, fielding, issue resolution, respondent quality, and panel integrity.
Analyze and synthesize primary research findings into clear, actionable insights and serve as a connective link between PMR and the broader Research team.
Leverage and customize AI tools to improve survey design, data analysis, synthesis, and other research workflows; proactively identify opportunities to improve accuracy and efficiency.