Associate Manager, Research Consulting (Oncology)

About Inizio Ignite:

Inizio Ignite is the global advisory partner for health and life sciences, encompassing connected expertise across Research Partnership, Putnam, Vynamic, and STEM. Guided by purpose, passion, and precision, we collaborate with clients to ignite impact, accelerate performance, and deliver lasting change for patients. By uniting strategy, insights, and innovation with a unique depth and breadth of expertise, we drive transformation and shape the future of health.

Company Descriptor

Inizio Ignite is the global advisory partner for health and life sciences, encompassing connected expertise across Research Partnership, Putnam, Vynamic, and STEM. Guided by purpose, passion, and precision, we collaborate with clients to ignite impact, accelerate performance, and deliver lasting change for patients. By uniting strategy, insights, and innovation with a unique depth and breadth of expertise, we drive transformation and shape the future of health. Our Research Partnership healthcare market research team provides research and insights to inform and power healthcare decisions. Serving a variety of clients across the lifecycle, our expertise includes data, research & insights (proprietary syndicated and custom research) and brand tracking (ATU). Proudly part of Inizio – the market-leading commercialization partner for health and life sciences. From early-stage development to loss of exclusivity, we simplify complexity, unlock value, and make collaboration seamless at every pivotal moment – supporting confident, insight-driven decisions that move innovation forward.

Role Overview

Putnam are seeking an experienced Associate Manager with existing life sciences experience and, where possible, deep domain expertise .

What you'll be doing

Primary Responsibility

Research Management: Project management (planning and tracking for efficient delivery), quality management (ensuring adherence to research process and protocols), and report execution

Knowledge Management: transfer knowledge/project learnings to the functional group/organization

New Product Development/ Existing product enhancement : Generate new product ideas

Key Requirements : Skills and Expertise

Technically strong with orientation for commercial considerations or vice-versa – should possess strong logical and analytical acumen

Independent handling and efficient delivery of the project(s) including engagement with internal and external stakeholders

Take lead in resource development through trainings (including on the job training) and development/up-dation of framework or protocols for strategic analysis

What you'll need

4-7 years of experience in similar/allied role in Advisory organization or Pharmaceutical Industry

Graduate/Post- graduate with a management degree from a reputed institute

Pharm/M. Pharm, MBA/MBBS /MD or PhD (Immunology, Oncology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology and Life Sciences), preferably from a premier institute

Ideal candidate should be

You are proactive, dedicated and enthusiastic, with a ‘can do’ attitude and approach

You demonstrate a high level of accuracy and attention to detail, as well as strengths in organisation and prioritisation

You are a collaborative team player who works well with colleagues

You communicate ideas and issues in an effective, straightforward fashion

You are highly motivated and want to seize opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career

Artificial Intelligence

Inizio may use AI technologies to support certain aspects of our recruitment process, but all hiring decisions are made by our human recruiting team. We are committed to fair, inclusive, and human-led hiring practices. Don't meet every requirement? That's okay! We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others.

Don't meet every job requirement? That's okay! Our company is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this role, but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others.