Julia (Pike) Cochran
About Julia (Pike) Cochran
Julia (Pike) Cochran is the Executive Director of Forecasting & Market Analytics at Alkermes in Waltham, Massachusetts, with 19 years of experience in market analytics and forecast modeling for biopharmaceutical products.
Executive Director, Forecasting & Market Analytics
Julia Cochran is currently the Executive Director of Forecasting & Market Analytics at Alkermes, based in Waltham, Massachusetts. She started in this role in July 2020. In this capacity, she oversees the development and management of forecasting models to support various teams, including commercial, manufacturing, and financial sectors.
Professional Background at Alkermes
Julia Cochran has a long-standing career at Alkermes. She has held several positions over the years including Senior Director, Director, and Associate Director of Forecasting & Market Analytics. From 2013 to 2016, she was Associate Director, from 2016 to 2018 she was Director, and from 2018 until July 2020, she was Senior Director. Each role has equipped her with extensive experience and expertise in market analytics and forecast modeling for biopharmaceutical products.
Consulting Experience
Before joining Alkermes, Julia Cochran worked as a Consultant and Senior Consultant at Equinox Group from 2005 to 2013 in Lexington, Massachusetts. During her tenure, she gained valuable experience helping clients solve complex problems and optimize their operations. She initially started her professional career as an Analyst/Consultant with Equinox Group from 1998 to 2002.
Administrative Management at Children's Hospital - Denver
Julia Cochran also served as the Administrative Manager for the Emergency Department at The Children's Hospital in Denver from 2004 to 2005. This role involved managing administrative operations within the department, enhancing her management and problem-solving skills.
Educational Background
Julia Cochran holds an MBA in Health Care Management, Operations, and Information Management from The Wharton School, which she achieved from 2002 to 2004. Additionally, she has an MA in the History of Science and History of Medicine from Yale University, earned from 1995 to 1998. Her educational background provides a strong foundation in healthcare management and analytics.