• With clear guidance identify and acquire project data. • Build datasets from secondary sources and/or primary research for project-specific modeling including cleaning, restructuring and validating data. • Primary research projects include instrument design, survey QC and testing, as well as analysis and reporting. • Conduct prescribed analysis accurately. • Identify potentially meaningful findings and significant insights from analysis. • Fill data holes as needed to support conclusions. • Prepare simple charts, graphs and supporting report materials for assigned project areas, write key findings. • Summarize findings clearly and contribute to internal discussions. • Identify ways to work more efficiently. • Abide by firm operating procedures and client policy requirements including pharmacovigilance. • Research Associates must work both independently and as part of a project team to deliver high quality, error-free work in an efficient manner; report to Consultants, Managing Consultants and/or Executives during the course of an engagement; and work simultaneously on multiple client engagements, demonstrating solid project management skills.