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About the Role

CRA’s Life Sciences practice provides life sciences companies, law firms, and regulatory agencies around the globe clarity and solutions to the industry’s most complex issues. The practice’s litigation team arms clients with industry-leading economic analysis and testimony in litigation and arbitration engagements worldwide. Our services are grounded in a comprehensive understanding of pharmaceutical, biologic, medical device, and diagnostic markets, allowing us to provide clients with the industry and analytical expertise needed to solve their most complex issues. Economic and finance expertise is complemented by experience advising life sciences companies on critical business and policy issues. Candidates interested in life sciences advisory and commercial strategy consulting should apply here. Analysts and Associates have the unique opportunity to learn from and work alongside some of the most respected scholars, specialists, and industry experts in the world. You will have access to internal training programs focused on creative problem-solving, communications, and technical skill development. In addition, our firm offers extracurricular activities where you can take on a leadership role in recruiting, training, and volunteer activities in the local community.

Responsibilities

Develop financial and economic analyses and valuation models using spreadsheets and databases
Ensure reliability of analysis through quality control review
Perform exploratory data analysis, model building, and regression analysis using Excel and coding languages such as Stata, R, Python, or SAS
Leverage analytical tools to extract insights from messy data
Review and summarize analyst reports, academic literature, client documents, depositions, license agreements, and industry trade press
Assist in the production and development of research summaries, expert reports, and the presentation of findings, including creation of visuals like tables and charts
Review analyses and mentor junior consultants towards ensuring the integrity and accuracy of analyses
Proactively develop your knowledge of the life sciences industry as well as consulting methodologies, including actively participating in internal development trainings

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree with strong achievement in an analytic or quantitative focus (Economics, Finance, Public Policy, Accounting or related discipline). Master’s degree preferred.
We are accepting applications from recent graduates and candidates in the workforce.
Recent bachelor’s graduates or individuals without directly relevant experience may be hired at the Analyst title
Demonstrated knowledge of quantitative and qualitative concepts pertaining to economics, valuation, financial modeling, data analysis, and accounting
Command of a broad range of research and quantitative analysis skills (including strong Excel skills)
Curious and analytic thinkers who bring creative approaches to non-standard problems
Effective written and oral communication skills
Demonstrated high level of initiative and leadership
Strong teamwork and collaboration capabilities
Excellent time management and task prioritization skills
Prior knowledge of life sciences concepts is NOT required to be successful in this position
Resume – please include current address, personal email and telephone number
Cover letter – please describe your interest in CRA and how this role matches your goals
Transcript – may be unofficial version
Writing sample – we prefer a sole-authored submission from an existing work (class paper, thesis, internship, or work product) that includes your commentary on a quantitative analysis and/or relevant to the field of economics

Skills

Stata
R
Python
SAS
Excel

Work Type

Minimal travel required
3 to 4 days a week on average working in the office (which may include traveling to another CRA office or to a client's location)

Experience Level

Recent graduates
Candidates in the workforce

Education Level

Bachelor's degree
Master's degree

Salary/Compensations

$90,000 - $95,000
This position may be eligible for additional bonus incentive compensation.

Benefits

Robust skills development programs
100 hours of training annually through formal and informal programs
Research and analysis skill building
Technical training
Presentation skills
Internal seminars
Career mentoring and performance coaching from an assigned senior colleague
Additional leadership and collaboration opportunities exist through internal firm development activities
Comprehensive total rewards program
Superior benefits package
Wellness programming to support physical, mental, emotional and financial well-being
In-house immigration support for foreign nationals and international business travelers

About the Company

Charles River Associates is a leading global consulting firm that provides economic, financial, and business management expertise to major law firms, corporations and governments around the world.
CRA advises clients on economic and financial matters pertaining to litigation and regulatory proceedings, and guides corporations through critical business strategy and performance-related issues.
Since 1965, clients have engaged CRA for its combination of industry experience and rigorous, fact-based analysis that provide clients with clear, implementable solutions to complex business concerns.
Our two main services – economic and management consulting – are delivered by practice groups that focus on specific areas of expertise or industries.
Through a collegial environment, formal and informal training opportunities, and a broad array of professional development resources, your experience at CRA will open doors for you as you launch and accelerate your career.

Equal Opportunity

Charles River Associates is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.