Abigail started her career in market research when she joined HRW in 2018 and is based in the London office. Abigail enjoys the challenges of organizing multi-market research and loves to work across a wide variety of methodologies (qual and quant) as well as therapy areas. She has been recognized in the industry and was commended for her project management skills in the 2020 BHBIA Best Newcomer award. Abigail has a particular interest in Neuroscience and is a member of HRW Synapse: providing consultancy to the wider company across a range of conditions. Outside of work, Abigail loves to spend time with her family, take long walks with her dog or snuggle up on the sofa with her kitten.

Abi has worked for HRW since 2017, following her decision to change her career after initially joining the working world in the childcare space. She was attracted to her role as Field Controller, as it allows her to apply and hone her excellent organisation and project management skills. Abi takes a shrewd approach to negotiation and liaison with our local partners, to ensure we maintain high standards on research delivery: in a cost effective and efficient way, passing on direct benefits to our clients. In her time outside work, she loves eating out, travelling and long walks with the dog.

Alex has made a career of putting her curious nature to work for her clients. She loves the fact that she's always learning through her work whether it's innovating qualitative and quantitative methods, exploring cultural context or brushing up on the latest treatment advancements. Alex has accumulated a wealth of experience across therapeutic areas including oncology, CNS/neuroscience, metabolic disorders, chronic pain and vaccines, but has found that representing patient and HCP stories in an authentic and actionable way is what fuels her passion for translating research findings into compelling insights. In her spare time, Alex enjoys keeps her husband on his toes as they live in continual renewal of their “fixer upper” home that is increasingly more like a zoo with two young daughters, two dogs and the cast of Bambi in the backyard

After pursuing a PhD in Neuroscience to better understand the workings of the brain, Alexandra is now aiming to put human behaviour under the microscope and to provide clients with thorough and solid insight, using critical thinking, analysis and communication skills developed in previous degrees and work environments. Outside of her work, Alexandra enjoys filmmaking, reading and engaging in the arts, mundane problem-solving and nature exploration. She often finds herself wondering what she can do to help make the world (or a small part of it) better.

Alice joined HRW in 2021, having obtained a degree in psychology from The University of Edinburgh. Throughout her degree, she found herself more drawn to healthcare-related topics, which alongside her experiences in conducting research projects and analyses, sparked her desire to pursue a career in healthcare market research. Outside of work, Alice loves to go running and explore the city, as well as experimenting with cooking new recipes, and trying out new local restaurants too.

Amy found her way into market research after completing a degree in English and International Relations. Since joining the industry in 2011, Amy’s attention for detail and love of order and processes meant she was well-suited to leading the project management on domestic and global studies, focusing initially on customer and business satisfaction, and consumer studies spanning from rail passengers to beauty product tests. Amy moved into the healthcare sector, bringing her extensive project and field management experience with her. Outside of work Amy likes to get outside with her two children, especially to the seaside; keep her allotment going; run; and have a well earned glass of wine on a Friday night whilst having a kitchen disco with her family.

Anastasia joined HRW after moving from Ukraine to London in September 2022. Anastasia’s interest into market research within the healthcare industry grew from her own experience, growing up with pituitary dwarfism made her the face of research within this field, and is still used as an example to all those at the endocrinology institute. Being so heavily involved in this, she wanted to contribute to the change of scientific research, which placed her perfectly as a Field Controller at HRW. In her spare time, Anastasia enjoys song writing, shooting and editing videos as well as swimming and figure skating.

Asha joined the HRW Manhattan office after obtaining a BA in Environmental Studies from the University of Chicago. During her time at university, Asha worked as a research assistant for multiple public health research projects, which sparked her interest in healthcare and research, and lead her to join the HRW team. Outside of work, Asha loves to explore the outdoors and enjoys running, hiking, and skiing. She also enjoys traveling and exploring new restaurants in NYC.

Blaine joined the HRW Manhattan office after completing her BA in biological sciences from the University of Delaware. While earning her degree, Blaine developed a passion for research while working as an undergraduate research assistant studying alternative therapies for Autism Spectrum Disorder. This passion for healthcare and a desire to aid in the research process led Blaine to the field team at HRW. Outside of work Blaine enjoys spending time surfing at the beach, baking, and traveling.

Caitlin completed a Higher Education Diploma studying Fashion & Textiles, before joining HRW in 2010. Having worked her way up the operational ranks, she now leads our field department. Caitlin has built up a solid network of fieldwork partners across the globe, building strong relationships and working with them closely to ensure we are receiving the best quality service on all projects. Caitlin focuses on supporting our more complex studies, where she applies her extensive experience in recruiting niche respondent types and working within challenging methodologies. Caitlin is a mother of two, so enjoys lots of family time along with good food, days out, and the occasional (well-deserved) break with a G&T or cocktail.

Cathy has an academic background in Biomedical Science, with a specialism in Pharmacology. Her home, however, has been found in market research, having worked in the field since 2011. Her role at HRW sees her working across a wide range of therapy areas- notably oncology, psychiatry, and infectious diseases; tackling a varied spread of methodologies, tools, and techniques. What unites her various responsibilities is an eagerness to innovate from a methodological and analytical perspective, and her desire to deliver clean, exciting outputs that help her clients make a real difference and engage internally. When not busy researching in our London office or working hard on our external communication through her leadership of our Marketing Team, Cathy enjoys singing with her (extremely cool) choir, travelling, and attempting to cook ambitious, occasionally experimental, recipes (with variable results).

After receiving her Ph.D. in Social Psychology, Christine found market research an ideal outlet for her desire to have an impact on how companies do business. Even after all these years, she continues to enjoy the unique and varied needs from both a research and insights perspective. Although spending most of her career primarily focused on quantitative research, Christine appreciates the deeper, “behind the scenes” perspective that qualitative research brings and particularly enjoys marrying the two. Christine’s experience covers over the counter and pharmaceutical products to medical devices and diagnostics across an array of therapeutic categories ranging from cardiovascular health to pain management. When not at work, Christine enjoys creating (and eating!) wonderful meals with family and friends as well as applying her creative talents to volunteering in her local community theatre and pottery. Christine is a member of the HRW Board and our Marketing Team.

Dana recently graduated from an interdisciplinary degree in Human Sciences at UCL, exploring what it means to be human through anthropological and scientific lenses. Completing her studies in a COVID-19 climate sparked interest in the topic of vaccine hesitancy. As a result, she chose to base her final dissertation on what drives vaccine hesitancy and how science communication can promote vaccine uptake. To answer her research question, Dana delved into literature from medical anthropology and Science and Technology Studies (STS), and conducted an in-depth qualitative analysis of online vaccine discourse. The experience pushed her towards pursuing career in healthcare market research. Outside of work, Dana enjoys writing, seeing, and performing theatre. When she’s not on her laptop, you’ll find her dining at local restaurants with friends.

Dana joined HRW in 2017 after completing her Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, with a concentration in Healthcare Policy and Management. Dana graduated after completing a capstone using Decision Science techniques, to strengthen the support system for youths in need of healthcare services in North Carolina. It was through this process that she realized her interest in engaging different audiences, and leveraging their input to address and solve practical problems: and this ambition (plus her passion for healthcare) led her to the pharma MR space. Dana is a member of HRW's oncology team, OR:BIT, and our Marketing Team. Outside of work, Dana enjoys reading, taking boxing classes and spending time with her dog, Huxley.

Darren joined Healthcare Research Worldwide in August 2016, after completing a BA degree in Media Culture and Production at Southampton University. With a particularly keen interest in digital media and innovation, Darren is a keen ambassador for trying out new technologies and applications, especially when those are combined with a particularly hard-to-reach respondents or complex methodologies. Being part of the Field Team, Darren thrives on building productive relationships with our suppliers and delivering high quality fieldwork on logistically challenging projects. Outside of work, Darren enjoys kayaking and camping at music festivals. More recently he has expressed a love for cooking.

Dylan rejoined HRW following three years working in early asset life sciences strategy consulting, and nearly two years at HRW as a former Research Executive. He brings experience across a range of indications, including oncology, rare diseases, central nervous system disorders, and cardiology; as well as project types, including opportunity assessments, indication prioritization, market access, medical influencer mapping, and biomarker and companion diagnostic strategy. Prior to these roles, Dylan graduated from NYU in 2017 after completing his Bachelor's degree in Neural Science, with an honors thesis aimed at understanding the role of adrenergic receptors in the central amygdala in modulating threat response within animal models. This interest in understanding the interplay between environmental stimuli and behavioral output initially led him to healthcare market research. Outside of work, Dylan enjoys running, cycling, tending to his houseplant collection, and exploring different neighborhoods in Brooklyn, where he currently resides.

Edith joined HRW as a Research Executive in the summer of 2022 after graduating with a MSc degree in Bioethics and Society, and focused her thesis on ways in which the structures of national BioBanks affect the quality of the data they collect and store. Following her degree, she is excited to continue learning about a range of therapeutic areas, and how to optimize the impact of various treatments and innovations. Outside of work, Edith's favourite pass-time is to spend time in nature taking long walks - soaking in the health benefits of spending quality time outside!

Elly brings big picture vision and a natural focus on translating data and insight into thinking that supports commercially sound decision making. With over a decade's experience in research and across therapy areas, Elly has an emphasis on storytelling to bring data to life in a tangible way, enabling you to embed key insights and direction within your brand team. Away from work Elly is a drummer in a Samba band, enjoys performing, hosting and attending festival and loves nothing more than spending time with her young family exploring the beaches of Pembrokeshire and West Wales where she is based.

Es joined HRW in 2005, and designs and manages domestic and international projects across therapy areas- as well as managing our internal best practice, innovating our ways of working, and generally making sure we're all being consistently excellent throughout our business! She loves the variety of her role; the range of clients, methodologies and projects, and is proud to have won the Best Customer Insight award at the BHBIA BOBIs in 2010 and in 2014. She is really focused on understanding her clients’ businesses to provide the most strategic recommendations and ensuring research is brought to life. Her interests include running workshops and furthering her understanding of device usability research approaches. When she is not at work, Es enjoys spending time with her young family, running and reading.

Gerard has worked in the global pharmaceutical and medical device sector since 2001; in internal audit, as compliance officer, and in data protection. He has subject matter expertise in finance, selling and marketing, supply, clinical trials, data protection, due diligence and investigations. He is qualified with the International Association of Privacy Professionals, and is a UK Chartered Accountant.The aim of Compliance at HRW is to help the business run more smoothly and to help our clients achieve their goals. Society has high expectations of the healthcare industry in terms of their ethics: our approach is to protect our respondents and our clients whilst facilitating their important work developing products for patients. Outside the world of compliance, Gerard likes spending time with his family and both playing and enjoying music.

With over 20 years’ experience in HR and learning development roles across various industries, such as retail, field marketing and manufacturing, Glenda is also an associate member of the CIPD (Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development) and has a strong passion for supporting others in achieving their career development goals, making her the perfect fit for the role of Learning and Development Advisor at HRW. In her spare time, she enjoys activities involving art and textiles, along with visiting art galleries and spending time with her family.

Hannah joined HRW's Field Team in 2014 after graduating from OMBS (Oxford Media and Business School) with an Executive PA Diploma. Hannah manages a huge variety of projects in a wide range of therapy areas and markets, and really thrives from having great relationships with our local fieldwork partners across the world. The HRW research team also benefit from her fierce efficiency and drive to complete even the most complex recruits to a high standard. Outside of work, good food, watching football and travelling are Hannah’s favourite things to do.

After obtaining a degree in Business and Marketing, Holly has worked in Marketing for 4 years and joined HRW in July 2022. Since leaving university, Holly found an interest in how the pharmaceutical industry market themselves to its target audience, which led her to aspire for a career in marketing within healthcare market research. Outside of work, Holly enjoys travelling and spending time with her family and friends.

Imogen graduated with a degree in Biomedical Sciences in 2021 with a main focus on immunology, oncology, and anatomy. She has since worked in a laboratory but decided that healthcare-based market research was more suited to her interests which is what led her to HRW. In her free time, Imogen enjoys attending dance classes and spending time with friends and family!

After completing his degree in biological sciences, Ian began his market research career in consumer market research before discovering an interest in healthcare. Ian is a quantitative specialist with experience in applying a variety of methodologies across a broad range of therapy areas. In his free time, Ian enjoys exploring London, running and caring for his pet pug.

James graduated from the University of Sheffield with a degree in Mathematics and Statistics and has over 20 years Market Research experience specializing in advanced statistical method development, programming, and specialist analytics applications. He is the Senior creative lead in the MMR and HRW Data Science team, with direct responsibility for innovation and R&D as well as senior client consultancy.

After receiving two degrees in International Finance (BBA, MS), James found he was much more interested in WHY people made the choices they did rather than wearing a green visor. This led him first into Competitive Intelligence and then Market Research. After over 20 years in the industry, James was able to merge his love of the technical, interest in travel and insatiable curiosity to understand global markets in Vaccines, Orphan/Rare disease, medical devices and other segments. James is at home with both quantitative and qualitative methodologies and enjoys hybrid approaches that give both deep and broad understanding. In his free time, James is likely to be found turning wood on his lathe, perfecting his meat smoking, or peppering docents with questions at museums; castles; cathedrals or any other point of local interest

Jason read the BA in Experimental Psychology at the University of Oxford, UK, where his core research project focussed on the role of associative learning in obsessive-compulsive disorder, as well as the linguistic differences between English-Speakers in the UK and bilinguals in Hong Kong. After graduating, he worked in his home city of Hong Kong as a Senior Consultant in executive search, recruiting professionals in the investment management and alternative investments industries. He then uprooted to the United States in early 2019 and joined HRW Manhattan that summer. He is a passionate Liverpool FC supporter, an avid concert-goer, and a comic book geek.

Jess joined HRW in 2012 after completing her degree in Biomedical Sciences with a specialism in Reproductive Biology. Entering the world of healthcare market research has allowed her to combine her interest in understanding people and what they do; and her desire for learning new things everyday. She loves to work in a variety of therapy areas and is particularly interested in dermatology, women's health, vaccines and device testing. She really enjoys seeking innovative methodologies and tools to explore the "whys" behind the "what", and unearthing strategic direction to answer her client's business objectives. Outside of work Jess spends her time day dreaming and planning her next travel adventure, singing in a local choir, and researching new restaurants to try and musicals to see in London.

Joe joined HRW in 2021 with a strong background in pharmaceutical market research having worked in the industry for almost 5 years. Having graduated with a degree in psychology at university, he has always been interested in human behaviour and research methods, which lead him to seek a career in market research. Though in his own words he may have stumbled into the healthcare arena, Joe has never looked back and has enjoyed becoming more and more familiar with various different therapy areas. Outside of work, Joe will likely be found eating out at restaurants (mainly sampling varieties of fried chicken), going to music gigs or playing/watching football.

John joined HRW in 2016 and is currently based in NYC after spending time in both UK HRW offices. His career in healthcare research began with an academic post at Rutgers’ Centre for State Health Policy researching the implications of city planning on children's health and dynamics of critical care facility use by New Jersey's Hispanic and Latino population. Upon graduating with a degree in Economics from Oberlin College in 2010, John moved into the healthcare market research world where he has been active since. He strongly believes that any objective can be met with an appropriate and well-crafted research design- an ethos he has honed through his work with the HRW Innovation Team. John also loves to make and consume art and values the network of relationships that this can afford with people from all walks of life.

Julia began her career in market research after obtaining her degree in Linguistics and Psychology in 2018, and joined HRW in Spring 2023. Julia has a passion for the healthcare space and enjoys studying the behaviours of HCPs, patients and other stakeholders through both qualitative and quantitative methodologies. Outside of work, Julia and enjoys fitness and cooking.

After receiving her Ph.D. in Sociology, Kara began working in medical communications, assisting pharmaceutical companies raise awareness of their therapies and the conditions they treat through medical education and promotion. Kara has many years of research experience as a medical sociologist and has long been interested in the intersection of healthcare, human behaviour, and problem-solving; this continued interest led to her joining HRW in 2022. Outside of work, Kara enjoys creative expression through arts and storytelling, taking care of her plants and children, and visiting National Parks and Forests.

Kirsty joined HRW in 2009 after completing a Masters and Post-Graduate Degree in Modern History from St Andrews University. Market research proved to be the ideal role for Kirsty, allowing her to follow her expertise in digging deep into data and distilling information into well balanced stories, full of rich insights that provide clear strategic direction. Kirsty’s particular passion lies in patient research, and finds it particularly rewarding to work closely with clients who are motivated and focused on the concept of making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients. She is also immersed in the oncology sphere through her role within HRW's oncology team, OR:BIT. In her spare time, Kirsty enjoys going to see live comedy and theatre.

Laura joined HRW in early 2019 as Global HR Manager and is excited to be part of HRW’s collaborative and vibrant culture. As a big picture thinker, with nearly 15 years HR experience across a variety of sectors, ranging from non-for-profit to hospitality and consultancy, Laura is excited to have the opportunity to make a real difference in her role, with a strong desire to put the people at the heart of the company. With a passion for musical theatre and cake decorating, Laura enjoys spending her precious free time with her family engaging in these hobbies.

With degrees in Psychology & Advertising, and a communications career that encompassed space exploration to military support programs, Liz found a perfect home in market research, combining her interest in both understanding and influencing people. Liz brings a wealth of experience within a number of therapy areas to HRW, with a strong focus on oncology and women’s health. A seasoned moderator with HCPs and patients, Liz loves the challenge of eliciting underlying beliefs that influence perceptions and drive behaviour, then transforming those insights into a compelling story that resonate with clients to drive strategy. Outside of work, Liz is often moving across the country with her military family, and when she needs a break from reality, she can be found singing along to Broadway tunes or planning her next adventure to a Disney park.

Lucy has an academic background in Biology and clinical Nutrition. She has always been curious and fascinated by different health conditions, so healthcare market research is an excellent opportunity to learn about different therapy areas, whilst applying her healthcare knowledge. With over 6 years’ experience in the industry, she is known for her meticulousness and high attention to detail. Lucy is passionate about optimal client service and this forms a central part of her role. Outside of work, Lucy enjoys learning new things (such as cooking or learning new languages), and is a devoted patient advocate for migraine sufferers.

Oliver joined HRW in October 2022 after obtaining a degree in Behaviour Change at UCL, which covered topics such as biases, heuristics, the COM-B model, and Behaviour Change Techniques. Oliver's diverse career has taken him from Nottingham to Zambia, working in community behaviour change, fundraising, service management, customer voice and applied behavioural science. He brings an understanding of how to influence group and individual change in health environments through studying human geography and anthropology. Outside of work, Oliver enjoys travelling, hosting dinners with friends, and competing with TV crime-drama detectives to figure out 'whodunnit' first.

Rajiv has over 10 years’ experience dedicated to pharmaceutical market research. He has worked across a wide range of therapy areas using different quantitative methodologies and has successfully led and managed multinational studies spanning 5 continents and in over 40 different countries. Rajiv is recognised for having strong project management, research, and analytical skills, and having a creative flair, which he uses to deliver high quality and insightful research with maximum impact. Driven by innovation, he is committed to developing smarter ways of working, implementing best practices and mentoring other team members to improve overall project efficiency without sacrificing on quality. In his free time, Rajiv enjoys playing and/or watching sports, videogaming and spending time with his family and friends.

Intrigued by the intersection of human behaviour and decision-making, Saket graduated with an MSc (distinction) in Behavioural Science from the London School of Economics and Political Science. His fascination for human behaviour and health is evident in his dissertation, which focused on applying linguistic analysis to differentiate linguistic markers unique to suicide ideation. Skilled at behavioural diagnosis, research design, and quantitative research, Saket has applied behaviour science principles to solve complex behavioural challenges. In his spare time, Saket likes to visit chess parks across London, strum the ukulele, and enjoy game nights with his friends.

Sophie joined HRW as HR Administrator in February 2023 after completing her degree in Psychology. With Sophie’s passion for people and the operational side of businesses, along with her keen interest in healthcare and research practices, she is the perfect fit for HRW and we can’t wait to watch her skills develop further. Outside of work, Sophie enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends, learning about exercise and nutrition, and is currently enjoying the trials and tribulations of renovating her first home.