Senior Research Analyst - Strategic Market Access

Senior Research Analyst – Senior Research Analyst – Strategic Market Access – (Bengaluru or Mumbai)

Location:

India (Bengaluru or Mumbai)

Job Summary
Our Senior Research Analysts within Strategic Market Access are responsible for delivering high-quality evidence synthesis projects, with a primary focus on systematic and targeted literature reviews. They play a key role in designing, conducting, and interpreting literature reviews, synthesising complex evidence into clear, client-ready insights, and supporting broader market access deliverables such as HTA submissions, value dossiers, and publications. Senior Research Analysts are expected to work independently on defined work streams, contribute to methodological rigour, and ensure high standards of quality across all deliverables.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Evidence Synthesis
Designing and conducting systematic, targeted, and structured literature reviews
Developing search strategies, writing review protocols (aligned with PRISMA/Cochrane standards)
Leading study screening (title/abstract and full text) and ensuring consistency across reviewers
Extracting, analysing, and synthesising data from multiple sources
Interpreting findings and translating evidence into clear, structured outputs
Performing quality control and ensuring methodological rigour across all stages of the review
Summarising findings in reports, slide decks, and client-ready deliverables
Scientific Writing & Communication
Drafting and revising scientifically accurate, fully referenced deliverables including:
Literature review reports
Value communication materials
Publications (abstracts, posters, manuscripts)
Synthesising complex data into clear, concise narratives using both text and visuals
Supporting publication development and contributing as an author where appropriate
Broader Contribution
Supporting HTA submissions and market access deliverables through evidence synthesis
Contributing to proposal development and business growth activities
Supporting more junior team members through informal guidance and quality review
Maintaining and managing reference databases (e.g. End Note)
Keeping up to date with developments in literature review methodology and evidence requirements
Experience, Skills, And Qualifications
Master's degree or higher in a relevant field (e.g. public health, epidemiology, health economics, life sciences)
2–4 years of experience in evidence synthesis, healthcare research, or market access
Strong experience conducting systematic literature reviews (including database searching and protocol development)
Understanding of HTA and payer evidence requirements
Key Skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (client-facing experience preferred)
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Excellent attention to detail, particularly in data extraction and synthesis
Ability to interpret and communicate complex scientific information clearly
Strong scientific writing skills with a focus on accuracy and clarity
Proactive and able to manage multiple priorities independently
Ability to work effectively both independently and within cross-functional teams
Technical Skills
Familiarity with systematic review methodologies (PRISMA, Cochrane)

Experience with reference management tools (e.g. End Note)
Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Experience with literature databases (e.g. Pub Med, Embase)

Experience with literature review software (e.g. DistillerSR, Nested Knowledge)
Working model
Collaboration with global teams across UK, EU, and US
Travel Requirements
Up to 10% of potential global travel