Consultant Forecasting and AnalyticsViscadia Inc. • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
Consultant Forecasting and Analytics
Viscadia Inc.
- Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
- Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
À propos
About the Role Viscadia is seeking a highly hands‑on Consultant to support a fast‑growing life sciences client preparing for a major product approval later this year. 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.
Location Cambridge, MA (in‑office 4 days/week)
Why consider Viscadia as your next career step? Since our founding in 2010, Viscadia has grown from a startup to a global team that works alongside the companies shaping life sciences. We are dedicated to promoting a positive and supportive work environment where everyone can thrive. Our culture is collaborative by design, with teams across three regions operating as one. We are looking for people who want to grow with us and are excited to help shape what comes next.
Travel Frequent travel to client sites on the U.S. West Coast.
Roles and 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
Conduct targeted primary and secondary market research to inform forecast assumptions and strategic context
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 Required
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
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
Your voice matters here; you will have direct access to leadership and real influence on business outcomes.
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Compétences linguistiques
- English
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