PURPOSE
The work scope is to lead / assist with Market Access & HEOR engagements. He / she will be responsible for :
- Supporting fieldwork related aspects of proposal development
- Successful study initiation & set-up
- Prudent and accurate budget management
- Timely research approach set-up and fieldwork management (both via internal panels and via external vendors)
- Management of the Ipsos Payer Panel
- Data / report checking
- Project closing and supporting selected administrative tasks
ENVIRONMENT
Ipsos is among the world’s top global research companies. Our ambition is to make market research a primary means to understand contemporary society and economy, positioning Ipsos as a strategic partner for those wishing to gain deeper insights and achieve lasting success.
Ipsos’ Healthcare Service Line is dedicated to understanding the motivations, behaviour and influences of the multiple stakeholders driving commercial success in the healthcare industry. In doing so, it enables pharmaceutical, biotech and medical device companies to build successful brands and optimise their sales potential. A global business division, Ipsos Healthcare is comprised of over 1000+ healthcare market research experts in 50 countries offering innovative custom solutions and market-leading syndicated services.
The APAC region is pivotal for the pharmaceutical and medical device industries, with many global company regional headquarters located around Singapore. The region is undergoing significant shifts in healthcare provision, influenced by political and economic changes across markets with highly diverse funding models. There is a growing trend towards stringent Health Technology Assessment (HTA), necessitating advanced value argument generation for government funding decisions.
WHAT YOU WILL GAIN
Gain hands-on experience in industry best practices and first-hand exposure to healthcare consulting solutions across a wide variety of challenges.Strengthen proficiency in cutting-edge research and analytical techniques, including AI-driven methods.Contribute to impactful projects for clients in the healthcare sector.Develop a foundation in Market Access, HEOR, and RWE.Work alongside experienced professionals in a dynamic and collaborative environment.Expand their professional network within the healthcare industry.Gain valuable insights into the Asia-Pacific healthcare markets.Develop key skills in project management, panel management, communication, and problem-solving.Explore potential career paths within healthcare consulting and research.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Management of the Ipsos Payer Panel (core responsibility)
Support / lead in :
Support the continuous expansion effort of the Market Access panel : Identify and onboard new contacts / panel members through desk research and new outreachFoster and maintain positive relationships with regular key advisors (panel members)If fieldwork managed internally by Ipsos, follow standard operating procedures and processes to ensure that advisor communication, recruitment, data storage and remuneration (honoraria and expenses payment) is undertaken in a way which is consistent with national and international laws and codes of conduct, as well as client-specific and Ipsos business conduct rulesAssist project teams in addressing and responding to client fieldwork-related requests.Supporting fieldwork related aspects of proposal development
Support / lead in :
Obtain external vendor quotes to support fieldwork costing of proposals. Alternatively estimate costs if fieldwork is to be conducted internallyEstimate quotes of venue hiring for externally held meetings such as advisory boards, workshops etc.Produce side by side analysis of quotes to optimise value of selected vendorNegotiations with vendorsStudy Initiation & Set-up
Support / lead in :
Review of final scope against costs / assumptionsOrganize and confirm all client pharmacovigilance, compliance and adverse event reporting requirements / get necessary templates, training materials and understand processesCreate and manage fieldwork schedule / timings, in consultation with the Relevant Project Manager (RPM)Set up project folder on Ipsos servers and ensure / support project team compliance with storage of key documents throughout the project (proposal documents, costing sheets, signed contracts, key research materials and outputs,Budget Management
Support / lead in :
Setup and maintain Budget MonitoringManage scope of fieldwork, maintain additional requests and out of scope cost logsProvide fieldwork budget updates in (regular) internal project meetings or at agreed / appropriate frequencyCalculations and management of additional costs throughout, in agreement with RPMManage all supplier invoices and internal budgets, in agreement with RPMResearch Set-up & Fieldwork management – Quantitative & Qualitative
Note that regardless the task listed, final sign-off must be made by RPM)
Support / lead in (as applies to research requirements) :
Upon final sign off from RPM, to check screener / recruitment criteria (logic, clarity, feasibility, to specs . Any changes would require RPM approval.Upon final sign off from RPM, questionnaire checked for field suitability (feasibility, data implications, LOI, pre-testing logic & scope creep). Any changes would require RPM approval.Set up and monitor agreed supplier quotasMaterials sent to Ipsos operational teams and / or suppliers for reviewInternal questionnaire briefing / set-up meeting, and coordinate field teams / supplier briefing (notes to be prepared by RPM)Support scripting process to delivery of test link (Quant)Management of translation process, and high level local language review and QCScheduling and arranging facilities, venue, incentives and fieldwork packsOrganization of respondent consent / permission / NDAs or similarSoft launch of market(s) in field, QC of soft launch dataOverall management and adjustment of sample and / or quotas throughoutOngoing communication during field with teams / suppliersManaging all pre-field engagement activities to keep participants engaged prior to field (Qual)Confirm all interviewing details with each participant (including pre-tasks) (Qual)Maintain interviewing schedules based on recruitment efforts (Qual)Manage attendance logistics on day of field or during field (participants, moderators, sim trans (Qual)Reconfirm AE reporting responsibilities and monitor reporting throughout fieldwork / address queries / file AE reportsRegular fieldwork progress updatesRegular QC of in field metrics (RR, LOI, IR , quality - straight liners / speeders / outliers etc. (Quant)Review of final quota achievement for fieldwork closeData / report checking
Qualitative
Support / lead in :
Collation of all content continuous throughout field (deliverables), logging and savingOrganizing and managing back translation of transcripts and / or other content formatsAssist / Support in :
Prepare moderator / analyzer briefingQuantitative
Assist / Support in :
All outputs checked to specs – final checks; final sign-off by RPMChecking of all GMU outputs (or similar); final sign-off by RPMProject Closing and supporting selected administrative tasks
Support / lead in :
Internal post-project reviewConsolidation of Lessons Learned (RAIL - Rolling Actions Item List), feed into Project Debrief team for wider circulationPrepare and send out AE reconciliation formsEnsure standard QC checks completed and recorded . minimum % of callbacksSend CSM following final report delivery, via AdminDestruction of identifiable respondent data / sampleLiaise with Ipsos finance team to ensure accurate and timely invoicing to clientsFinal check of Project Folder to ensure ISO audit readyPERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Strong relationship-building skills (internal, external, and cross-cultural).Eagerness to learn and commitment to self-development.Positive and proactive attitude.Ability to work independently and take initiative.Goal-oriented and action-oriented.Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.Dedicated, committed, and reliable.Detail-oriented and thorough.Composed and balanced temperament.Willingness to take ownership and responsibility.Strong work ethic.BACKGROUND
Experience / Skills / Knowledge :
At least 5 years of relevant experienceExperience in project managementHave the ability to articulate our fieldwork capabilities to clientsIdeally, experienced in relevant category or sectors (healthcare) in project management capacityDemonstrate highly developed written and verbal communication skills in EnglishDisplay excellent administration, organizational and stakeholder management skillsBe proactive with a positive work ethic, high attention to detail and a “can do” attitudeBe able to establish priorities, work independently, and proceed with objectives without direct supervisionBe able to juggle multiple projects, be flexible and adaptable to changing project needs and processesBe able to build strong relationships with new and existing key advisorsDeliver targets on time, be results driven and show initiative with the ability to succeedHave a client focus attitude with desire and drive to deliver in the smartest way possibleBe great at working with others and share findings / learningsShow perseverance and a genuine interest in online desk researchMS Suite proficiency (especially Word, Excel)An interest in and understanding of the pharmaceutical / healthcare sector and research / consultancy environment is desirablePrevious panel management experience is a plusQualifications :
A good diploma or degree in Business, Social Science, or related studies