Manager/Senior Manager

At Basis Health, we design and deliver industry-best integrated insights that empower strategic decisions and drive the commercialization success of healthcare products. We partner with pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies across the full product lifecycle — from early asset development through go-to-market strategy and lifecycle management — helping them bring impactful therapies to the patients who need them most.

Our work is grounded in a clear purpose: to expand and accelerate the positive impact of healthcare products. We are passionate about solving complex problems, uncovering meaningful insights, and contributing to better health outcomes.

As a team, we are guided by the following principles: Integrity, Growth Mindset, Team Orientation, Authenticity, and Sustainability.  

Basis Health is part of the larger Basis Group, but operates with the agility and autonomy of a small, entrepreneurial team. As a fast-growing team, we offer a unique opportunity to learn, grow, and make a tangible impact from day one.

As a Manager or Senior Manager, you will lead complex, strategic research and consulting engagements across the healthcare product lifecycle. You’ll serve as the day-to-day client lead, drive insight generation, and help connect project work to client strategy. You’ll also play a key role in developing junior team members, shaping project design, and contributing to internal initiatives and business growth.

This role is ideal for someone who brings a mix of strategic thinking, operational excellence, and a desire to grow both client accounts and team talent. Seniority level will be calibrated based on experience and demonstrated impact.

Project Leadership & Execution

• Lead and manage multiple, complex research projects from design through delivery
• Translate client objectives into actionable research plans and methodologies
• Oversee timelines, deliverables, team workflow, and quality control across project workstreams
• Structure and lead strategic analyses that connect data to insight and insight to action
• Guide and QC client deliverables to a final, client-ready state

Client Engagement & Strategic Thinking

• Serve as the day-to-day point of contact for clients across projects
• Lead client meetings and insight discussions; present findings with clarity and confidence
• Build therapeutic area expertise and connect insights to product lifecycle needs
• Proactively surface opportunities to add value beyond the immediate scope of work
• Develop proposals, client materials, and strategic recommendations in collaboration with senior leaders

Team Development & Coaching

• Mentor and support junior team members through clear feedback and thoughtful delegation
• Model strong problem-solving, communication, and leadership behaviors
• Proactively share knowledge, coach new hires, and facilitate collaborative ways of working
• Contribute to team culture by participating in trainings, recruiting, and internal initiatives

Business & Operational Contribution

• Help evolve best practices and innovative approaches for project delivery
• Support account growth by identifying client opportunities and contributing to strategy
• Collaborate with internal teams on operational improvements and process design
• Serve as a champion of Basis Health’s guiding principles across projects and initiatives

Required for Manager Level:

• 4–6 years of relevant experience in healthcare consulting, strategy, or insights
• Proven ability to manage research projects and lead small teams
• Experience presenting to clients and owning day-to-day relationships
• Strong written, verbal, and visual communication skills
• Proficiency with a range of methodologies and data sources (qualitative, quantitative, secondary)

Required for Senior Manager Level:

• 6–8+ years of experience in strategic research or consulting in healthcare/life sciences
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex engagements and generate client impact
• Experience building and growing client accounts
• Strong track record of mentoring others and driving cross-functional collaboration
• Ability to develop proposals, guide insight strategy, and serve as a trusted advisor

Why Join Basis Health?

• Strategic, meaningful work in a high-impact industry
• Entrepreneurial, collaborative culture with space to lead
• Transparent pathways for professional growth and advancement
• Hybrid work model (3 days in office per week) with offices in NYC and Chicago
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunity for ownership

Basis Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status. We believe that diversity and inclusion strengthen our organization and enhance our ability to serve our clients.