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Project Specialist, Research - Global Corporate, Life Sciences

GLG
Location
New York
Posted
23 days ago
Department
Global PSF
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor's degree or higher
  • 1-3 years of market research, consulting, or related professional experience
  • A working understanding of the life sciences industry through education, prior work experience, or both
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment
Nice to have
  • Strong data literacy - comfort working with and interpreting large datasets, whether through Excel, SPSS, R, or similar tools
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong organizational habits and attention to detail
  • Experience working in a fast-paced, client-servicing environment alongside cross-functional teams
  • Client-facing experience is a strong plus
What the job really is

As a Project Specialist on the Life Sciences Research Team at GLG, you will manage the operational aspects of custom market research projects for life sciences clients. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include coordinating project workflows, ensuring quality management of deliverables, engaging with clients during calls and meetings, and collaborating with internal teams to keep projects on track. This role requires problem-solving skills and the ability to work through ambiguity while supporting senior researchers.

Benefits
  • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your first day of employment
  • Flexible paid time off with no pre-determined limits on vacation time, plus 10 company holidays
  • 401(k) and Roth 401(k) plans with an employer match
  • Tuition reimbursement program for eligible courses including language skills courses
  • Paid parental leave, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement
  • Free wellbeing support with the Calm app, Maven and EAP, and free long-term therapy & counselling assistance through Pathways
Things to weigh
  • No specific mention of remote work options
  • Role primarily focused on execution rather than strategic development
  • Ambiguity in project requirements may require strong problem-solving skills
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