Smith Hanley Associates
Qualitative Research Director
Smith Hanley Associates, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601
Qualitative Research Director (Healthcare/Pharmaceutical Focus)
Location: Remote, Raleigh, OR, Atlanta
Compensation: $125–160k + bonus.
Contact: Lindsey Bartlett - lbartlett@smithhanley.com.
We’re looking for a director-level qualitative research lead with strong healthcare experience. This is someone who’s hands‑on, thrives in an autonomous yet collaborative environment, and brings fresh perspective without ego. This is a true end-to-end research role: from writing screeners and discussion guides to moderating interviews and writing strategic reports.
Key Responsibilities
Lead qualitative research projects from start to finish (design, moderation, analysis, reporting).
Conduct in‑depth interviews (IDIs), primarily in healthcare/pharmaceutical.
Build trusted relationships with clients through excellent research and strategic thinking.
Collaborate with internal teams who handle logistics, sample/recruiting, and operational support.
Potentially travel domestically and internationally depending on project needs.
Contribute to business development through great client work and organic relationship building.
Participate in and contribute to the firm’s collaborative, team‑based culture.
What We’re Looking For
6–10+ years of qualitative research experience, ideally including healthcare/pharma.
Skilled moderator—able to comfortably interview physicians, patients, caregivers.
Able to manage multiple projects and work independently with minimal oversight.
Strong writer and communicator, able to synthesize insights clearly and strategically.
Comfortable in a flat, non‑hierarchical, team‑oriented culture.
Benefits
No micromanagement.
Paid healthcare plans for employees.
ESOP.
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Compensation: $125–160k + bonus.
Contact: Lindsey Bartlett - lbartlett@smithhanley.com.
We’re looking for a director-level qualitative research lead with strong healthcare experience. This is someone who’s hands‑on, thrives in an autonomous yet collaborative environment, and brings fresh perspective without ego. This is a true end-to-end research role: from writing screeners and discussion guides to moderating interviews and writing strategic reports.
Key Responsibilities
Lead qualitative research projects from start to finish (design, moderation, analysis, reporting).
Conduct in‑depth interviews (IDIs), primarily in healthcare/pharmaceutical.
Build trusted relationships with clients through excellent research and strategic thinking.
Collaborate with internal teams who handle logistics, sample/recruiting, and operational support.
Potentially travel domestically and internationally depending on project needs.
Contribute to business development through great client work and organic relationship building.
Participate in and contribute to the firm’s collaborative, team‑based culture.
What We’re Looking For
6–10+ years of qualitative research experience, ideally including healthcare/pharma.
Skilled moderator—able to comfortably interview physicians, patients, caregivers.
Able to manage multiple projects and work independently with minimal oversight.
Strong writer and communicator, able to synthesize insights clearly and strategically.
Comfortable in a flat, non‑hierarchical, team‑oriented culture.
Benefits
No micromanagement.
Paid healthcare plans for employees.
ESOP.
#J-18808-Ljbffr