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Consultant, Life Sciences Forecasting & AnalyticsViscadia • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
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Consultant, Life Sciences Forecasting & Analytics

Viscadia
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    Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
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    Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
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About Viscadia Viscadia is a consulting firm whose mission is to empower life sciences companies with clarity and confidence through forecasting. With offices in the United States, Switzerland, and India, we are well-equipped to provide the support that global pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies need to make decisions quickly and with confidence. We are deeply committed to a vision of shared growth and success for our clients, colleagues, and communities. The Opportunity Viscadia is seeking a highly hands-on
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to support a fast-growing life sciences client. This role is deeply embedded in forecasting work and requires close, ongoing collaboration with U.S.-based client stakeholders. You will serve as both a technical expert and a trusted thought partner, helping teams not only build and maintain forecast models, but also understand, use, and stand behind them. This is a high-impact, high-expectation role suited for someone who thrives in complex, client-facing environments, enjoys being close to the work, and takes pride in being the expert in the room. Why consider Viscadia as your next career step? Since our founding in 2010, we have grown from a startup into a vibrant and collaborative community of more than 80 professionals. Our growth has been fueled by strong client partnerships and the passion of our people. At Viscadia, you’ll find a culture that’s entrepreneurial yet supportive, ambitious yet fun. You’ll have the opportunity to shape your career, influence our growth trajectory, and work with some of the most innovative pharma and med tech companies in the world. Benefits of Working at Viscadia Your voice matters here; you will have direct access to leadership and real influence on business outcomes. Viscadia embraces a People First philosophy across our processes and policies. This entails three core principles: empathy, genuine care, and shared success. We believe that a positive employee experience spreads outward. We understand the power of having a strong vision for a brighter future. We invest our time, energy, and resources in supporting the right causes and making our world a better place. Quality of life is incredibly important, especially when you work in a highly competitive growth industry. We are dedicated to promoting positive and supportive work environments. Key Responsibilities Own and execute day-to-day pharmaceutical forecasting activities, including model updates, data refreshes, scenario analysis, and assumption management Build, maintain, and enhance forecast models with a strong emphasis on accuracy, transparency, and usability Deeply understand forecast drivers, risks, and sensitivities and proactively surface insights to client teams Develop and evaluate multiple forecast options, clearly articulating tradeoffs, risks, and implications before recommendations are made Use Excel, VBA, SQL, and Python or R, plus Access and Tableau as needed, to automate forecasting workflows, validate data refreshes, and produce client-ready outputs Support onboarding of new client stakeholders by walking them through forecast models, assumptions, and methodologies Conduct working sessions and hands-on workshops with client teams to explain how models are structured, how they should be maintained, and how outputs should be interpreted Serve as a day-to-day point of contact for client questions related to forecasting models, data inputs, and analytical outputs Partner closely with client stakeholders in a highly collaborative, in-office culture, providing confident onshore support Integrate market dynamics, competitive intelligence, and therapeutic area insights into forecasting work Develop therapeutic area expertise to strengthen analytical rigor and client credibility Apply structured problem-solving frameworks to address complex client questions Translate complex analyses into clear, concise narratives for both technical and non-technical audiences Prepare and deliver high-quality client-facing materials, including PowerPoint decks and written communications Communicate confidently with senior stakeholders, anticipating questions and addressing gaps proactively Contribute to the development of Viscadia’s forecasting capabilities, tools, and methodologies Share learnings and best practices across project teams Uphold Viscadia’s standards for quality, ownership, and client impact Qualifications & Experience Required BA or BS required; graduate degree preferred 4 to 6 years of experience in pharmaceutical forecasting, analytics, or life sciences consulting Demonstrated, hands-on experience building and maintaining forecasting solutions using VBA, SQL, and Python or R, with the ability to leverage Access and Tableau for data management, automation, and visualization Prior experience working with U.S.-based clients or stakeholders, with a strong understanding of U.S. workplace culture and expectations Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts clearly Exceptional attention to detail and a strong personal bar for quality Valid U.S. work authorization In-office 4 days/week Frequent travel to client sites on the U.S. West Coast Preferred Experience combining forecasting with market research or commercial analytics Experience supporting commercial forecasting for product launch planning (assumption setting, scenario planning, uptake and share dynamics) Experience providing onsite or embedded client support Familiarity with healthcare datasets, syndicated databases, or commercial pharma data sources What This Role Is (and Is Not) This role is for someone who is deeply hands-on and enjoys being close to the work This is not a people-management role and is not suited for candidates who have stepped away from execution Expectations are high, and the client is highly knowledgeable and engaged, but also collaborative and reasonable Success in this role requires strong ownership, proactive communication, and confidence in your analytical craft
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