Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking a Market Research Analyst for a 6-month contract opportunity with one of our clients, a biotherapeutics company in the Bay Area focused on immunology & inflammation. If you are driven by the prospect of translating cutting-edge scientific discoveries into tangible advancements and are poised to advance your career, join us as we pioneer progress in the biotechnology and medical device industries.
Workplace: Onsite in the San Francisco Bay Area
Position Title: Market Research Analyst
Position Type: 6-month contract
Pay rate: $65-70 per hour
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Join our client’s dynamic strategy team in the heart of the San Francisco Bay Area, supporting high-impact decision-making in a rapidly evolving biotechnology landscape. This contract role is ideal for those seeking hands-on experience on critical projects shaping portfolio strategy, competitive intelligence, and commercial outcomes in the therapeutics sector.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive competitive intelligence gathering; synthesize actionable insights to directly inform our client’s portfolio and go-to-market strategies in biotech.
- Monitor and analyze emerging trends within the immunology & inflammation (I&I) space, with an emphasis on implications for Bay Area biotech market dynamics and our client’s growth priorities.
- Lead and execute primary research with key opinion leaders (KOLs), healthcare providers (HCPs), payers, and patients; leverage secondary sources, including analyst reports, analogs, and healthcare claims data.
- Contribute to the development and refinement of revenue models and market forecasts to support strategic investment, pipeline prioritization, and commercial decision-making.
- Partner with strategy leadership on critical cross-functional initiatives – including portfolio optimization, indication selection, partner due diligence, clinical benchmarking, and external collaboration evaluation.
- Prepare and deliver clear, compelling presentations and communication materials to influence internal executives (CxOs, Board of Directors) and external stakeholders (investors, potential partners).
- Represent our client at key industry and scientific conferences, gaining exposure to top biotech innovators and thought leaders in the SF Bay Area ecosystem.
- Collaborate closely with experienced internal leaders as well as leading external vendors and consultants.
Qualifications:
- Advanced degree (PhD, MD, PharmD) with at least 2 years’ relevant life sciences strategy or market research experience, OR Bachelor’s/Master’s/MBA with 4+ years in life sciences business analysis, strategy consulting, equity research, investment banking, or venture capital.
- Direct exposure to strategic functions within a pharma/biotech organization or a top-tier consulting/research firm; deep expertise in immunology and inflammation strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated ability in market sizing, competitive landscape analysis, due diligence, and forecasting for therapeutics products.
- Proven experience designing and executing market research studies, including qualitative and quantitative methodologies (interviews, surveys, data analysis).
- Exceptional financial modeling, quantitative analysis, data visualization, and business storytelling skills; mastery of PowerPoint and Excel.
- Strong project management capabilities, analytical rigor, and aptitude for cross-functional collaboration within fast-paced biotech environments.
- Superior communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with proficiency in tailoring technical and strategic messaging for diverse audiences.
- Self-starter mindset, comfortable working independently, and ability to thrive in ambiguous, evolving project contexts.
- Based in or able to relocate to the San Francisco Bay Area; committed to on-site presence 5 days per week.
- Willingness to travel (up to 10%) for industry conferences and meetings.Culture & Values
- Our team culture is grounded in integrity, a continual drive for learning and excellence, innovative thinking, and inclusive collaboration. We take pride in fostering a supportive, high-energy, and intellectually rich work environment—critical to driving success in the competitive Bay Area biotech landscape.
Ready to accelerate your biotech career in one of the world’s leading innovation hubs? Apply today!
If your qualifications align with the requirements of this role, we invite you to apply and take the next step in your career journey. Rest assured, even if this opportunity isn't the perfect match, your profile will remain within our network, ensuring you're connected to a wealth of future opportunities in the field of science and clinical research
