Research Fellow — Market Access & Healthcare Consulting

Postdoctoral Research Fellow Programme | 2027–2029

Organisation: Cencora

Programme Duration: 2 Years (2027–2029)

Location: United States

Eligibility: US Citizenship or Lawful Permanent Resident Status Required

About the Programme

Cencora's Market Access & Healthcare Consulting (MAHC) Pharmacy Fellowship is a prestigious two-year postdoctoral programme designed to equip PharmD graduates with the expertise, skills, and real-world experience needed to thrive in a healthcare consulting environment.

Fellows will gain exposure across a broad range of disciplines — from scientific communication and medical writing to health outcomes research and market access strategy — all within a dynamic, collaborative, and mentorship-driven setting. As part of this programme, fellows will also complete a minimum of 30 units of coursework through the University of Florida, College of Pharmacy, earning a formal academic credential alongside professional experience.

What You'll Do:

As a Research Fellow within the MAHC team, your primary responsibilities will include:

Scientific Communication & Medical Writing

• Develop stakeholder communication materials including AMCP format formulary dossiers, global value dossiers, scientific publications (e.g., posters and manuscripts), and field-based scientific slide decks

• Review and critically evaluate medical literature and the broader healthcare landscape

Research & Health Outcomes

• Participate in protocol development, data collection, data management, and data analysis

• Apply health outcomes and pharmacoeconomic principles to managed markets

• Support real-world evidence generation and economic modelling projects

Market Access & Payer Strategy

• Develop an understanding of reimbursement principles to support payer strategy development

• Analyse the impact of health policy changes and conduct provider-based reimbursement education

• Engage with market research methods and market access strategy initiatives

Business & Professional Development

• Develop a strong understanding of the pharmaceutical manufacturer's business and its interaction with consulting organisations

• Disseminate evidence through medical communications channels

• Build a breadth of business skills and clinical knowledge unique to a consulting environment

Core Competencies We're Looking For:

We are seeking candidates who demonstrate strength across the following areas:

• Functional Knowledge — Strong clinical and scientific foundation

• Communicates Effectively — Clear written and verbal communication

• Collaborates — Works well across multidisciplinary teams

• Customer Focus — Responsive to client and stakeholder needs

• Decision Quality — Sound, evidence-based judgement

• Manages Complexity — Comfortable navigating multifaceted projects

• Manages Ambiguity — Adaptable in a fast-paced consulting environment

• Drives for Results — Goal-oriented with a strong work ethic

• Ensures Accountability — Takes ownership of deliverables

• Business Insights — Understands the broader healthcare and business landscape

Requirements:

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree (completed or in progress)

• US citizenship or lawful permanent resident status

• Strong academic record — GPA must be included in your CV or cover letter

• Demonstrated interest in health outcomes research, market access, or healthcare consulting

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

How to Apply

PharmD candidates are not required to participate in the Personnel Placement Service (PPS) through the ASHP Midyear Meeting to request an interview. Cencora uses its own application process.

Step 1 — Application | August 17 to October 9, 2026

Complete Cencora's online application form and upload your:

• Letter of Intent (cover letter — addressed to Breyanne Bannister)

• Curriculum Vitae (CV) — must include your current pharmacy school GPA

Deadline: 11:59 PM ET, Friday, October 9, 2026

Step 2 — Screening Interviews | October 12 to October 16, 2026

• Up to 2 rounds of virtual screening interviews conducted via Microsoft Teams

• Interviews held with current Fellows and the MAHC Fellowship Leadership Team

• Decisions communicated by 5:00 PM ET, Monday, October 12, 2026

Step 3 — Final Interviews | October 26 to October 29, 2026

Candidates advancing to final-round interviews will be asked to:

• Submit unofficial pharmacy school transcripts and 3 letters of recommendation electronically to PharmD.Programs@cencora.com (recommendations addressed to Breyanne Bannister)

• Complete a brief writing sample prior to the final interview

• Deliver a 15-minute on-site presentation

📍 Final-round interviews will be conducted at AMCP Nexus in San Diego.

Equal Opportunity Commitment

Cencora is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, disability, or background.

For more information about the MAHC Fellowship Programme, please visit Cencora's careers page or contact PharmD.Programs@cencora.com.

What Cencora offers

We provide compensation, benefits, and resources that enable a highly inclusive culture and support our team members’ ability to live with purpose every day. In addition to traditional offerings like medical, dental, and vision care, we also provide a comprehensive suite of benefits that focus on the physical, emotional, financial, and social aspects of wellness. This encompasses support for working families, which may include backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family building support, behavioral health solutions, paid parental leave, and paid caregiver leave. To encourage your personal growth, we also offer a variety of training programs, professional development resources, and opportunities to participate in mentorship programs, employee resource groups, volunteer activities, and much more. For details, visit https://www.virtualfairhub.com/cencora

Full time

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law.

The company’s continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore, harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non-discriminatory.

Cencora is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the employment process which are consistent with legal requirements. If you wish to request an accommodation while seeking employment, please call 888.692.2272 or email hrsc@cencora.com. We will make accommodation determinations on a request-by-request basis. Messages and emails regarding anything other than accommodations requests will not be returned

Affiliated Companies

Affiliated Companies: Cencora Global Consulting Services US Corporation