Research Director - Healthcare / Pharma Mixed Methods London / hybrid 1 day a week in office GBP DOE - (posted Jan 26 2026)

Company: Hannelius Recruitment
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Job Spec: We're working with an independent research agency specialising in MedTech to find an experienced Research Director. This is a senior, hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys owning projects end to end while working closely with both clients and colleagues.

You'll lead mixed-method studies across product development, voice of customer and demand work. The role combines delivery, client engagement, and people management. You'll work within a collaborative, low-hierarchy environment that values consistency, craft and shared problem-solving.


Key responsibilities

• Leading start-to-finish qualitative and quantitative research projects
• Acting as the primary client contact, running calls and presenting findings
• Designing and overseeing screeners, discussion guides, surveys and reports, with hands-on involvement
• Managing and developing junior team members through feedback and mentoring
• Collaborating closely with senior peers across teams in the UK and abroad.

About you

• 5-7+ years' market research experience in market research
• You have covered both quantitative and qualitative experience during your career
• Ideally, you'll have experience working in the MedTech space
• Confident across both qual and quant, with end-to-end project leadership experience
• Comfortable balancing detail-oriented delivery with team and client oversight.

To be considered you must hold a valid UK working permit or a visa and be able to commute the London office once a week.

Hannelius Recruitment is a boutique agency, operating across various sectors and connecting top talents with leading corporations in the field of market research. At Hannelius Recruitment we are committed to diversity and equality; we value talents based on abilities and potential, fostering productivity and innovation in a positive working environment.

Who to contact: In order to apply please send your CV to Maarit Yli-Korpula at maarit@hanneliusrecruitment.com

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