Analyst (Newton Sept 2027)

About the Role

Health Advances is a recognized top consulting firm offering broad exposure to the biotech and pharmaceuticals, diagnostics, research tools, precision medicine, medtech, and digital health sectors. Analysts work closely with colleagues from diverse academic backgrounds and industry experience, making a direct impact on the healthcare industry. The firm provides comprehensive training in healthcare and business topics. Analysts are typically staffed on two cases simultaneously, with projects averaging 4-6 weeks, allowing for exposure to various project work and sectors within their first year. Health Advances is committed to continuous learning and staff growth through internal committees, seminars, weekly company meetings, and a mentorship program that includes a formal mentor and a go-to "buddy." Analysts leverage prior knowledge and current casework to develop skills for increased responsibility. Alumni are accepted into top advanced-degree programs and secure challenging positions globally. Interviews are case-oriented, utilizing actual project examples. This position is located in Newton, MA, and starts on September 13, 2027.

Key Responsibilities

• Synthesizing primary and secondary research and communicating insights to case teams and clients.
• Creating financial models to perform quantitative analyses.
• Coordinating and participating in primary research through client, customer, physician, and thought-leader interviews.
• Conducting secondary research on clinical, scientific, and business issues.
• Developing presentations in collaboration with case teams for client deliverables.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• A formal undergraduate or masters-level degree in life sciences.
• Exceptional quantitative skills.
• Solid oral and written skills.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across all levels.
• A sincere interest in learning about the business of healthcare in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• A desire to work in a fast-paced, dynamic, and team-oriented environment.
• An ability to prioritize and focus time effectively to meet multiple client-driven objectives.
• Demonstrated ability to leverage AI tools to enhance research, problem-solving, and insight generation while exercising sound judgment, bias, and quality control.
• Must live in the Boston area and work in the Newton office ~3 days a week.

Qualifications

Application Due Date: October 1, 2026. Candidates will be interviewed in October and November.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without the need for employer sponsorship. Candidates requiring visa sponsorship, including but not limited to H-1B, TN, F-1 (OPT/CPT/STEM), or other work authorization, will not be considered.

Compensation

• The base pay for this role is $85,000 USD.
• Eligible for an annual incentive program with an estimated first-year range of $0-$8,500 USD, subject to program rules and performance factors.