- Company Name
- MediPaCe
- Job Title
- Research Executive
- Job Description
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**Job Title:**
Research Executive (Social Researcher)
**Role Summary:**
Conducts qualitative, quantitative, and mixed‑methods research to generate social, cultural, and behavioural insights that influence healthcare decisions. Works with global research projects, patient communities, and cross‑functional teams to design studies, collect and analyze data, and produce outputs that support evidence‑based practice and equitable access to care.
**Expectations:**
- Deliver methodologically rigorous research that is ethically grounded, inclusive, and culturally responsive.
- Actively engage diverse and underserved populations, ensuring representation and trust.
- Translate findings into reports, white papers, presentations, and co‑created tools that impact policy and practice.
- Collaborate closely with Project Management and Patient Involvement teams to integrate social science into programme delivery.
- Contribute to advisory boards, co‑creation workshops, and participatory activities, enhancing stakeholder engagement.
**Key Responsibilities:**
- Design, execute, and analyse surveys, interviews, focus groups, and participatory studies across multiple geographies.
- Interpret data, synthesize insights, and author reports, publications, and presentations.
- Maintain ethical standards, informed consent, and community confidentiality protocols.
- Facilitate patient advisory boards, co‑creation workshops, and diversity‑in‑research initiatives.
- Support Project Management Office with culturally sensitive project planning and delivery.
- Build and sustain relationships with patient communities, caregivers, and partner organisations.
**Required Skills:**
- Deep knowledge of social science research methods (qualitative, quantitative, mixed‑methods).
- Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work across cultures, disciplines, and complex programs.
- Proficiency in English (written and spoken).
- Familiarity with healthcare and life‑science contexts.
- Experience engaging under‑represented or diverse groups.
**Required Education & Certifications:**
- BSc (or equivalent) in Social Science, Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology, or related discipline.
- Proven track record of delivering social research projects.