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Market research jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with backgrounds in business, statistics, or social sciences. Most roles qualify as STEM OPT extensions when tied to data analysis or quantitative methods, giving you up to three years of work authorization to build experience in consumer insights, survey design, and competitive analysis.
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About AbbVie
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
Job Description
As a Manager within the Market Access & Patient Services (MAPS) Insights group, you will play a pivotal role in shaping strategy and delivering insights for all US Immunology brands. You will independently lead complex analytics and market research initiatives, identify forward-looking payer opportunities, assess risk scenarios, and craft actionable recommendations that drive innovation and improve access for patients and providers. Your expertise will propel organizational learning and decision-making at the highest levels.
- Drive advanced analytics focused on utilization management, medical policy, pricing strategies, and competitive launches
- Develop and implement sophisticated contracting strategies based on deep quantitative analysis of specialty pharmacies, PBMs, GPOs, and health plans
- Support execution of comprehensive market research initiatives to assess market dynamics, payer opportunities, and patient or provider access barriers
- Harness advanced analytics, data science, modeling, and visualization tools to tell compelling stories that influence business and patient outcomes
- Present key analytics and market research insights to senior leadership; influence high-impact decision-making across business units
- Foster a high-performing, innovative, and inclusive team environment
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
- 4+ years hands-on experience in quantitative analysis (sales/marketing/pharma analytics)
- Proven expertise in one or more analytic tools (eg: SQL, Python, R, Dataiku) and data visualization/ reporting tools (eg: Power BI)
- Experience in agile, cross-functional, and dynamic environments - a self-starter who thrives in change and can lead independent projects
- Effective communicator able to distill data into clear, actionable business narratives
- Passion for innovative problem solving and strong commitment to stakeholder engagement
Preferred:
- Master’s/MBA or other advanced degree in a relevant field
- Experience with syndicated pharma data sources and market access analytics
- Familiarity with advanced analytics (statistical modeling, machine learning, predictive analytics)
- In-depth experience with US market access strategy and payer landscape (eg: value/ contracting strategy, reimbursement, policy analytics, access barriers)
Additional Information
Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
- The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
- We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
- This job is eligible to participate in our long-term incentive programs.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html
US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more:
https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html
Company Description
About AbbVie
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
Job Description
As a Manager within the Market Access & Patient Services (MAPS) Insights group, you will play a pivotal role in shaping strategy and delivering insights for all US Immunology brands. You will independently lead complex analytics and market research initiatives, identify forward-looking payer opportunities, assess risk scenarios, and craft actionable recommendations that drive innovation and improve access for patients and providers. Your expertise will propel organizational learning and decision-making at the highest levels.
- Drive advanced analytics focused on utilization management, medical policy, pricing strategies, and competitive launches
- Develop and implement sophisticated contracting strategies based on deep quantitative analysis of specialty pharmacies, PBMs, GPOs, and health plans
- Support execution of comprehensive market research initiatives to assess market dynamics, payer opportunities, and patient or provider access barriers
- Harness advanced analytics, data science, modeling, and visualization tools to tell compelling stories that influence business and patient outcomes
- Present key analytics and market research insights to senior leadership; influence high-impact decision-making across business units
- Foster a high-performing, innovative, and inclusive team environment
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
- 4+ years hands-on experience in quantitative analysis (sales/marketing/pharma analytics)
- Proven expertise in one or more analytic tools (eg: SQL, Python, R, Dataiku) and data visualization/ reporting tools (eg: Power BI)
- Experience in agile, cross-functional, and dynamic environments - a self-starter who thrives in change and can lead independent projects
- Effective communicator able to distill data into clear, actionable business narratives
- Passion for innovative problem solving and strong commitment to stakeholder engagement
Preferred:
- Master’s/MBA or other advanced degree in a relevant field
- Experience with syndicated pharma data sources and market access analytics
- Familiarity with advanced analytics (statistical modeling, machine learning, predictive analytics)
- In-depth experience with US market access strategy and payer landscape (eg: value/ contracting strategy, reimbursement, policy analytics, access barriers)
Additional Information
Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
- The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
- We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
- This job is eligible to participate in our long-term incentive programs.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html
US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more:
https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Market Research
Confirm your role qualifies for STEM OPT
Market research roles that involve quantitative analysis, statistical modeling, or data science often qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Verify your CIP code with your DSO before accepting an offer to protect your authorization window.
Target research-heavy industries first
Consulting firms, consumer packaged goods companies, and healthcare organizations run large in-house research functions and are more accustomed to sponsoring OPT students than smaller agencies. Start your search with employers that have established HR and compliance infrastructure.
Lead with quantitative skills in applications
Employers are more likely to sponsor OPT candidates who demonstrate hard-to-find technical skills. Emphasize proficiency in SPSS, R, Python, or SQL, as these signal the kind of specialized expertise that makes OPT sponsorship worth the administrative effort for hiring teams.
Clarify your authorization type upfront
Tell recruiters early that you have OPT work authorization and specify whether it's standard or STEM. Many hiring managers conflate OPT with H-1B visa sponsorship. Clarifying this removes friction and prevents your application from being filtered out unnecessarily during early screening.
Pursue roles with clear research methodology requirements
Job postings that require specific research methods, such as conjoint analysis, MaxDiff, or regression modeling, are more likely to qualify as specialty occupations. These technical requirements also make a stronger case for OPT eligibility if your DSO or employer needs documentation.
Track your OPT end date against hiring timelines
Market research hiring cycles at large firms can run eight to twelve weeks. Start applying at least four months before your OPT expires so you have time to receive an offer, complete onboarding, and initiate any STEM extension paperwork without gaps in authorization.
Market Research OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do market research jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on the role and your degree's CIP code. Market research analyst positions focused on quantitative methods, statistical analysis, or data modeling often qualify under STEM-designated programs in fields like statistics, applied mathematics, or management information systems. Roles that are primarily qualitative, such as focus group facilitation, are less likely to qualify. Confirm with your DSO before accepting an offer.
How do I find market research employers that sponsor OPT students?
Browse Migrate Mate to find market research roles from employers actively open to OPT candidates. Large consumer goods companies, management consulting firms, and healthcare research organizations tend to have the compliance infrastructure to hire OPT students regularly. Filtering by employer size and industry helps you prioritize companies with established sponsorship experience over firms that may be encountering OPT authorization for the first time.
What happens to my OPT authorization if my market research contract role ends?
F-1 OPT students have a 90-day unemployment limit during the standard OPT period and a 150-day limit during the STEM extension. If your contract ends, that unemployment clock starts immediately. Keep documentation of all positions, including part-time or consulting work, because any authorized work in your field counts toward the requirement and pauses the unemployment accumulation.
Can I do freelance or consulting market research work on OPT?
Yes, self-employment is permitted on OPT as long as the work is directly related to your field of study. You would need to establish yourself as a legitimate business entity and document the work as practical training. Check with your DSO to confirm the arrangement meets USCIS guidelines before taking on freelance market research projects, particularly if you are on a STEM extension, which has stricter employer reporting requirements.
What technical skills should I highlight to strengthen my market research OPT applications?
Prioritize skills that align with the quantitative side of market research: proficiency in SPSS, R, or Python for statistical analysis, experience with survey platforms, and familiarity with data visualization tools. These technical competencies not only make you a stronger candidate but also support the case that your role qualifies as a specialty occupation, which matters if you eventually pursue H-1B sponsorship after your OPT period ends.