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Are you passionate about shaping the future of health? Deloitte's Center for Health Solutions (DCHS) is seeking a Senior Research Leader to drive innovative thought leadership, support our teams, serve our clients, develop impactful collaborations in the market, and elevate the voice of Deloitte in life sciences and the health care industry.
We are seeking an established professional who accelerates the Center's ability to produce and activate market-moving and shaping insights-ensuring the right content reaches the right business leader at the right time to drive client and market conversations. This role provides leadership and management support to the team, driving measurable business impact and innovation in research and distribution among account teams, clients, and the market. The focus will be on market and business issues relevant to health care systems, health payers, and policy issues that impact the health care sector and the life sciences & health care industry.
The senior leader will have accountability for turning research strategy into scalable, high-impact insights that influence executive decision-making, inform client strategy, and accelerate Deloitte's growth. The role combines thought leadership excellence, operational rigor, and commercial acumen to ensure the Center's work is relevant, differentiated, and impactful. This role is designed for a leader who can bridge research and business, inspire teams, and influence senior stakeholders across Deloitte and the broader life sciences and health care ecosystem.
This role serves as a trusted collaborator to the Center's Executive Director. You will inspire project teams through your leadership, experience, and clarity of thought, including on design and delivery of compelling narratives, creation of the intellectual agenda for insight generation, and through highly effective coaching and mentoring of team members that directly contribute to their purpose driven growth and impact.
The team

About Deloitte's Center for Health Solutions
Deloitte Center for Health Solutions (DCHS) is Deloitte's trusted source for actionable insights on the most pressing issues in life sciences and health care. Our mission is to turn evidence into influence-delivering research that challenges conventional wisdom, sparks dialogue and drives transformation across the health ecosystem.
The Center brings together researchers, policy experts, and strategists to generate differentiated, data-driven thought leadership. As part of Deloitte's Research & Insights organization within the Growth and Purpose function, DCHS works at the intersection of commercial, public sector, academic, and business to help our clients - and the world - make smarter, more sustainable decisions about health.

Recruiting for this role ends on August 19, 2026
Work you'll do

• Shape and distribute market-moving insights that guide executives in collaboration with our firm and account leaders.
• Engage with top decision-makers in our firm, across industry, and government.
• Lead, manage, and mentor the next generation of thought leaders.
• Identify and lead the implementation of innovation, collaboration, and activities that create value for our business and help our practitioners scale insight driven client conversations.

This is a rare opportunity to lead with purpose, collaborating with incredible professionals across our firm, thinking boldly, growing the impact of our business, and delivering insights that inspire action and improve health for millions across our nation and the world.
Lead Market-Making Research

• Define and lead the research agenda for the health care sector, ensuring alignment with Deloitte's strategic priorities and emerging industry challenges.
• Design and oversee large-scale, multi-method research studies (e.g., surveys, public data analysis, proprietary data analysis, econometric modeling, AI-enabled analytics, structured interviews, among others).
• Advance innovative methodologies, integrating innovative tools, rigor, and diverse data sources to generate unique insights.
• Cultivate collaborations with academic institutions, industry partners, and global thought leaders to expand the Center's research reach and impact.
• Maintain Deloitte's reputation for intellectual integrity, quality, and independence.
  Shape Thought Leadership
• Serve as a visible thought leader within Deloitte and the broader LSHC community.
• Publish research, deliver keynote presentations, client/account workshops, and engage with media to elevate Deloitte's brand.
• Translate complex findings into clear, compelling narratives that resonate with executive audiences and drive market impact.
• Position research as a catalyst for client conversations, policy dialogue, and strategic decision-making.
• Identify and communicate key industry trends and their implications to our clients and our business.
  Inspire Teams & Drive Excellence
• Lead and mentor a team of researchers, analysts, and strategists - cultivating excellence, innovation, and professional growth.
• Build an environment that values intellectual rigor, collaboration, curiosity, and inclusion oriented in using data, AI, and technology.
• Serve as a mentor and role model, helping emerging researchers grow into visible thought leaders.
• Manage project delivery and quality, ensuring research meets Deloitte's high standards and deadlines.
• Set clear expectations, provide feedback, and model leadership behaviors aligned with Deloitte's purpose and values.
  Own sector workforce planning, hiring, onboarding, and performance management to scale reliable development, delivery, operations, and execution.
  Engage with Clients & the Market
• Partner with Deloitte industry and sector leaders to translate insights into client strategies, offerings, and growth opportunities.
• Engage with C-suite executives, policymakers, and global leaders to present findings, test hypotheses, and influence decisions.
• Identify emerging issues and white-space opportunities to guide new research and strengthen Deloitte's position in key markets.
  Drive Activation, Distribution, and Commercial Enablement
• Partner with Industry, Sector, and Account leaders to position research as a growth catalyst, enabling differentiated client value propositions.
• Help support and enhance an always-on distribution system (segmented audiences, executive moments that matter, enablement packaging, and digital/multimedia assets) so business leaders receive relevant and timely insights when they can act.
• Serve as an internal ambassador for the distribution model - guiding integrated publishing, narrative consistency, and optimization practices. Collaborate with Brand, Marketing, Communications, and PR teams to amplify reach, relevance, and impact.
• Deliver on impact metrics (reach, engagement, influence on pipeline, client adoption) to demonstrate return on insight investment.
• Modernize research workflows using emerging approaches (including analytics, automation, and responsible artificial intelligence (AI) where appropriate).
• Improve speed-to-insight through rapid-cycle research and publishing models-without sacrificing quality or independence.

The successful candidate would possess these skills

• Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product
• Ability to build and sustain professional relationships
• Ability to lead projects or workstreams
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to mentor and provide clear guidance to others

Basic Qualifications

• Master's degree required in public health, economics, epidemiology, health policy, sociology, business, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of professional experience with increasing leadership responsibility in research, thought leadership, or strategy roles.
• Expertise in the LSHC industry, with proven ability to connect research to business and policy implications.
• Strong analytical, research, and project management skills, including experience analyzing LSHC industry data sets.
• Deep knowledge of the latest LSHC industry trends and experience in market sensing trends with emphasis on understanding the health care sector (payer and provider)
• Limited immigration sponsorship may be available
• Ability to travel 0-10%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate in business administration, AI, public health, economics, sciences, health policy, sociology, or related field
• Understanding industry and market intelligence in health care, the industry, and implications across industries.
• Proven success managing multiple priorities and delivering under pressure.
• Record of creativity, resilience, and adaptability in ambiguous situations.
• Proficiency in statistical programming (R, Python, Stata) and diverse multivariate statistical methods with large, complex data sets
• Recognized presence in the field and market - publications, media appearances, conference presentations, or industry contributions that demonstrate thought leadership.
• Learn and synthesize information and analysis quickly and translate for business audiences. This is particularly important in innovating new methods, the use of technology, digital/AI approaches, and distribution via rapid cycle methods.
• Recognized as a thought leader in the LSHC space, with a strong portfolio of publications, presentations, and industry contributions.
• Proven leadership and people management experience, with the ability to inspire and mentor teams.
• Strong stakeholder management and ability to build consensus in complex, matrixed environments.
• Record of high performance; consultative and strategic mindset; ability to navigate ambiguous circumstances and complex structures.
  The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $124,600 to $255,900.

 You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

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Are you passionate about shaping the future of health? Deloitte's Center for Health Solutions (DCHS) is seeking a Senior Research Leader to drive innovative thought leadership, support our teams, serve our clients, develop impactful collaborations in the market, and elevate the voice of Deloitte in life sciences and the health care industry.
We are seeking an established professional who accelerates the Center's ability to produce and activate market-moving and shaping insights-ensuring the right content reaches the right business leader at the right time to drive client and market conversations. This role provides leadership and management support to the team, driving measurable business impact and innovation in research and distribution among account teams, clients, and the market. The focus will be on market and business issues relevant to health care systems, health payers, and policy issues that impact the health care sector and the life sciences & health care industry.
The senior leader will have accountability for turning research strategy into scalable, high-impact insights that influence executive decision-making, inform client strategy, and accelerate Deloitte's growth. The role combines thought leadership excellence, operational rigor, and commercial acumen to ensure the Center's work is relevant, differentiated, and impactful. This role is designed for a leader who can bridge research and business, inspire teams, and influence senior stakeholders across Deloitte and the broader life sciences and health care ecosystem.
This role serves as a trusted collaborator to the Center's Executive Director. You will inspire project teams through your leadership, experience, and clarity of thought, including on design and delivery of compelling narratives, creation of the intellectual agenda for insight generation, and through highly effective coaching and mentoring of team members that directly contribute to their purpose driven growth and impact.
The team

About Deloitte's Center for Health Solutions
Deloitte Center for Health Solutions (DCHS) is Deloitte's trusted source for actionable insights on the most pressing issues in life sciences and health care. Our mission is to turn evidence into influence-delivering research that challenges conventional wisdom, sparks dialogue and drives transformation across the health ecosystem.
The Center brings together researchers, policy experts, and strategists to generate differentiated, data-driven thought leadership. As part of Deloitte's Research & Insights organization within the Growth and Purpose function, DCHS works at the intersection of commercial, public sector, academic, and business to help our clients - and the world - make smarter, more sustainable decisions about health.

Recruiting for this role ends on August 19, 2026
Work you'll do

• Shape and distribute market-moving insights that guide executives in collaboration with our firm and account leaders.
• Engage with top decision-makers in our firm, across industry, and government.
• Lead, manage, and mentor the next generation of thought leaders.
• Identify and lead the implementation of innovation, collaboration, and activities that create value for our business and help our practitioners scale insight driven client conversations....