Associate Director, Pipeline Forecasting, Neuroscience -Princeton NJ
Company: Msccn
Location: Princeton
Posted on: April 3, 2026
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Job Description:
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at the location detailed in the job post. Position Summary: The
Associate Director, Forecasting, Neuroscience, plays a critical
role within Worldwide Commercial Excellence by independently
developing, maintaining, and delivering forecasts for one or more
therapeutic areas. This role is responsible for generating
high?quality, objective forecasts that inform brand strategy,
enterprise planning cycles, and cross?functional decision?making.
The Associate Director integrates insight streams (market research,
competitive intelligence, chart audits), ensures assumptions are
transparent and evidence?based, and collaborates closely with
Finance, MAx, Commercial, and Worldwide partners. At this level,
the role focuses on hands?on model execution, rigorous quality
control, and the application of AI?first forecasting tools through
calibration and structured improvements. This position is ideal for
an analytically strong, intellectually curious forecasting
professional who thrives in a fast?paced environment and is excited
to apply AI?enabled forecasting methodologies. Key
Responsibilities: Forecasting & Insight Integration Independently
lead the end?to?end forecasting process for assigned brands or
therapeutic areas, delivering accurate, objective output grounded
in transparent assumptions. Integrate insights from market
research, competitive intelligence, and chart audits to strengthen
assumptions and contextualize forecast outcomes. Support short?term
(1? and 3?year) and long?range (10?year) forecasting cycles with
structured, analytically rigorous projections. Translate complex
business questions into structured forecasting analyses and
scenario plans. Advanced Analytics & AI?First Forecasting Develop,
maintain, and execute AI?first forecasting models (Excel?based,
algorithmic, or data?enabled), ensuring calibration, documentation,
and alignment with enterprise standards. Conduct scenario analyses
and sensitivity assessments to highlight drivers of uncertainty and
enable strategic discussions. Provide feedback to Forecasting
Transformation, Data Science, and BI&T teams to improve
forecasting logic, data pipelines, and assumption structures.
Ensure consistency in forecasting logic across therapeutic areas
and planning cycles to support broader enterprise alignment.
Cross?Functional Alignment Partner with Finance, MAx, Commercial,
Pricing, Medical, and Worldwide teams to align assumptions and
ensure a unified forecasting narrative. Participate in
cross?functional reviews to explain forecast drivers, risks, and
opportunities, providing an unbiased point of view. Ensure
forecasts reflect real?time market dynamics, competitive signals,
customer behavior, access changes, and operational considerations.
Support enterprise planning cycles (P?cycles, Budget, LTFP) by
providing timely and accurate inputs. Operational Excellence &
Governance Maintain rigorous quality control across datasets,
assumptions, model logic, and outputs. Ensure transparency, audit
readiness, and reproducibility of forecasting deliverables through
strong documentation and consistent structure. Identify
opportunities to streamline tools, templates, and processes to
enhance clarity and efficiency. Support adherence to standardized
forecasting practices and enterprise model?risk guidelines.
AI?First Capability Support Partner with Data Science, BI&T,
and Forecasting Transformation teams to assist with model
calibration, testing of new model components, and alignment with
existing methodologies. Contribute to capability building by
sharing best practices, structured approaches, and high?quality
forecasting principles with peers. Leadership & Collaboration
Provide informal mentorship and day?to?day guidance to analysts and
senior analysts, supporting capability development within the
forecasting community. Model structured thinking, data integrity,
intellectual curiosity, and an enterprise?minded approach to
decision support. Foster strong collaborative relationships and
contribute to a culture of transparency, innovation, and continuous
improvement. Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities Key
Qualifications, Skills & Experience: 5 years of experience in
pharmaceutical forecasting, commercial analytics, or related
quantitative fields. Bachelor’s degree required. Proficiency in
forecasting methodologies, scenario modeling, and use of
pharmaceutical secondary data (e.g., IQVIA, Symphony). Experience
developing or using Excel?based, algorithmic, or AI?enabled
forecast models. Familiarity with Python or comparable analytical
tools to support model calibration or analytical enhancements
(preferred, not required). Strong ability to synthesize complex
data into clear, actionable insights. Excellent communication and
data?storytelling skills, with the ability to present clearly to
cross?functional partners. Ability to operate in a dynamic
environment, manage ambiguity, and apply structured
problem?solving. Demonstrated commitment to rigorous quality
control, model accuracy, and methodological transparency.
Intellectual curiosity, adaptability, and enthusiasm for embedding
AI?first thinking into forecasting capabilities. CASA If you come
across a role that intrigues you but doesn’t perfectly line up with
your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one
step away from work that will transform your life and career.
Compensation Overview: Princeton - NJ - US: $167,540 - $203,013
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