Senior Consultant - Data Science, Commercial Services Analytics US Dedicated

Location: Lisbon, Portugal

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Job Overview

IQVIA is seeking a highly motivated Analytics professional to join a multidisciplinary team focused on developing innovative solutions that extract meaningful insights from complex healthcare data. This role involves applying mathematical, statistical, and analytical techniques to identify key drivers, assess the impact of changing conditions, and forecast trends that inform strategic decision‑making across the healthcare ecosystem.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with researchers, consultants, and technical experts to translate advanced analytics into clear, actionable business insights and contribute to high‑impact research initiatives.

Essential Functions

• Analyze and model large, complex healthcare datasets using statistical and quantitative techniques
• Apply mathematical and statistical models to:
  • Identify key drivers and relationships
  • Evaluate the impact of changing market or clinical conditions
  • Forecast trends and outcomes
• Translate analytical findings into clear, actionable business insights for internal and external stakeholders
• Contribute to the design and execution of custom research studies, including analysis, interpretation, and synthesis of results
• Support the development and publication of research findings, reports, and presentations
• Collaborate effectively within cross‑functional teams to deliver high‑quality analytics solutions

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, or a related technical or quantitative field
• Strong passion for analytics, data‑driven problem solving, and research
• Working knowledge of analytics and statistical programming tools such as Python or R
• Experience applying statistical techniques including:
  • Machine learning models
  • Clustering and segmentation
  • Time‑series analysis
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex analytical insights into business‑relevant conclusions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present findings clearly
• Fluency in English (written and spoken)

Preferred Skills & Attributes

• Interest in healthcare, life sciences, or real‑world evidence analytics
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, collaborative, client‑focused environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to analytical rigor
• Intellectual curiosity and willingness to learn new methods and domains

Why Join IQVIA

IQVIA is a global leader in healthcare analytics, technology, and consulting, enabling smarter healthcare decisions and improving patient outcomes worldwide. At IQVIA, you will have the opportunity to work on meaningful problems, collaborate with talented professionals, and grow your career in a mission‑driven organization.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights, and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com.

IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.

At IQVIA, we believe that diversity, inclusion, and belonging empower our mission to accelerate innovation for a healthier world. We create a culture of belonging by valuing the perspectives of all talented employees worldwide and providing them with the opportunity to power smarter healthcare for everyone, everywhere. When our talented employees bring their authentic selves and their diverse experiences to work, they enable us to accomplish extraordinary things. Multifaceted thought processes spark innovation. Multi-talented collaboration harnesses innovation to deliver superior outcomes. Likewise, as part of this culture, IQVIA is committed to ensuring effective equality between women and men, integrating it as a strategic principle in its corporate and human resources policies.