Research Director - Pharma/Healthcare

Research Director – Strategic Healthcare Insights Remote (US) | $140,000–$170,000Qualitative, End-to-End Leadership (No New Business Development)Are you a qualitative insights leader who wants to actually do the work—not just oversee it? We’re supporting a respected, strategy-led healthcare insights consultancy known for their deep partnership approach and high-quality delivery. This team goes well beyond surface-level research, acting as a true extension of pharma insights teams and shaping meaningful commercial and clinical decisions.Unlike traditional agencies, this firm prioritizes:✅ Strategic, insight-driven work—not tactical volume✅ Thoughtful, manageable project loads✅ Quality over quantity✅ A collaborative, supportive team culture✅ A unique staffing model that protects time for thinking, analysis, and storytelling✅ True end-to-end ownership, especially for qualitative leadersThey are seeking a Research Director who can both lead and deliver—a hands-on qualitative specialist who thrives in a strategic, high-impact environment. This is not a business development role. It’s a role for someone who wants to guide teams, shape insights, and stay close to the real work.About the RoleAs Research Director, you will:Lead and deliver end-to-end market research, from design through moderation, analysis, and storytellingOversee project delivery while remaining hands-on with executionGuide and mentor junior and mid-level researchers, elevating thinking and outputShape strategic learning plans and ensure insights tie directly to client business challengesAct as a trusted partner to pharma and biotech stakeholders—without the pressure of sales targetsEnsure quality standards, strategic depth, and clarity of insight are consistently upheldContribute to developing best practices, new frameworks, and high-impact reporting approachesThis role is perfect for someone who loves doing the work, leading insight generation, and delivering meaningful strategic guidance—without needing to sell or drive new business pipelines.What Makes This Team UniqueStrategic depth: Work that goes far beyond top-line reporting and surface-level findingsTrue partnership with pharma: You operate as an extension of client insight teamsBalance and focus: A project model designed to avoid overload and protect thinking timeCollaborative environment: Supportive, thoughtful colleagues with a shared commitment to qualityHands-on qualitative leadership: Your craft is valued, not delegated awayIdeal CandidateExperienced qualitative leaning research leader in healthcare/pharmaThrives in a strategic, hands-on roleComfortable leading, moderating, analyzing, and crafting senior-level narrativesValues collaboration, clarity, and depth in researchEnjoys mentoring and elevating project teamsPrefers a delivery- and quality-focused position, not BDIf you’re a qualitative insights leader who wants real influence, deep work, and a supportive strategic environment—this role could be the perfect fit.