Forecaster

What makes this role important at Ipsos?

The Forecaster – Healthcare Market Research position is a specialized role that blends healthcare medical device and technology expertise with forecasting analytics to support healthcare decision-making. The role leverages statistical modeling, market intelligence, and healthcare industry knowledge to predict trends, assess market potential, and guide strategic initiatives.

Core Responsibilities

• Market Research & Analysis: Oversee primary and secondary research to understand HCP and patient needs and preferences, competitor activities, and healthcare market dynamics 
• Forecasting & Modeling: Design, develop and maintain statistical and econometric models to project market growth, product adoption, and sales potential in healthcare sectors 
• Data Analysis: Identify, Source and analyze historical and current healthcare market data to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities 
• Collaboration: Work closely with insights, data analytics, marketing, sales, product development, and healthcare operations teams to align forecasts with business strategy 
• Reporting: Prepare detailed reports, dashboards, and presentations for executives and stakeholders, highlighting forecast accuracy and implications 
• Competitive Intelligence: Monitor industry trends, regulatory changes, and competitive landscape to inform market entry, expansion, or product positioning 
• Model Validation: Test forecast accuracy, refining models, and ensure they remain relevant to evolving market conditions 

Key Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Market Research, Business Analytics, Statistics, Economics, or a related field; advanced degrees preferred 
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with proficiency in statistical software (e.g., R, Python, SPSS, SAS) and data analysis tools 
• Experience in market research methodologies (primary/secondary, surveys, focus groups, competitive analysis) 
• Understanding of healthcare market structures, reimbursement models, and regulatory environments specific to medical devices, diagnostics and technologies.
• Ability to communicate complex data insights clearly to non-technical audiences.
• Detail-oriented, with strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Work Environment
The role is dynamic, requiring both analytical rigor and strategic thinking to support healthcare growth and innovation.

Why This Role Matters By combining market research depth with forecasting precision, the Forecaster – Healthcare MedTech role helps organizations anticipate market shifts, optimize resource allocation, and make data-driven decisions that drive healthcare product and service success.