EY
Consulting - Business Transformation - Life Sciences R&D - Manager
EY, Akron, Ohio, United States, 44329
Overview
Consulting - Business Transformation - Life Sciences R&D - Manager Location: Anywhere in Country At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. Our clients operate in a world where achieving and sustaining performance is more difficult than ever. EY’s Life Sciences Consulting Services team assists clients in finding the right balance between protecting the business and driving measurable value. Our robust life sciences R&D practice aims to inspire and enable clients to accelerate patient impact, shape strategic innovation priorities, improve operational efficiency, and embed compliance across the R&D value chain (discovery through post-market surveillance / real-world evidence). Your role
This manager role within our Consulting practice will have the opportunity to lead and manage client engagements, build solutions, and innovate in the market. You will work with large pharma, biotechnology, academic medical centers, health systems, cancer centers, children’s hospitals, and more. You will focus on providing client services in areas including strategic planning, business transformation, operating model optimization, clinical trial acceleration, data analytics, research compliance and regulatory affairs, and technology implementation support. Responsibilities
A majority of your time will be spent managing and supporting client engagement teams and working with a wide variety of clients to deliver professional services in the life sciences domain. Comprehensive understanding of R&D processes, terminology, and challenges across preclinical research, clinical development, regulatory affairs and quality and safety functions Strong organizational and project management skills with high attention to detail to oversee complex projects, multiple tasks, workstreams, and deadlines while ensuring high-quality outputs Demonstrated leadership to inspire and motivate teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture Advanced quantitative and qualitative problem-solving skills to dissect challenges, interpret data, and deliver evidence-based insights Excellent written and verbal communication skills, tailoring messages for diverse audiences including senior executives Professional demeanor that builds trust with client and internal teams, including senior leadership Ability to understand client needs, adapt to evolving priorities, and deliver value through collaboration and responsiveness Experience coaching and mentoring junior colleagues and working within diverse teams Comfort navigating ambiguity and fast-paced consulting environments Qualifications
To qualify for the role, you must have Bachelor’s degree in business, life sciences, health, or a related field 5-7 years of relevant experience in life sciences and/or health in an R&D setting (e.g., pharma, biotech, CRO, academic medical center, cancer centers, etc.), including prior management consulting experience Understanding of key R&D functions including preclinical research, clinical trial execution/clinical development, regulatory affairs, and quality or safety functions Experience managing complex projects or initiatives and overseeing teams of at least 3-5 individuals Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience applying structured consulting methods Excellent written and verbal communication skills to synthesize complex issues into actionable insights Proficiency in core business tools (Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint) Executive presence and professionalism in client-facing settings with senior stakeholders (e.g., C-Suite, VPs, functional heads) Willingness to travel based on project requirements Preferred qualifications
Ideally, you’ll also have Advanced degree (MBA, MS, PhD) in life sciences, business, public health, or related discipline Experience supporting R&D transformations, operating model design, or process optimization initiatives Working knowledge of regulatory frameworks (e.g., GxP, ICH, FDA) and compliance in R&D Familiarity with R&D tools such as clinical trial management systems (CTMS) What we look for
We’re interested in motivated professionals with a passion for life sciences and R&D, who bring strong analytical thinking, clear communication, and a client-focused mindset. Successful candidates thrive in dynamic, team-oriented environments, demonstrate executive presence, and are eager to solve complex challenges to help clients advance innovation and improve performance across the R&D lifecycle. What we offer
We’ll develop you with future-focused skills and world-class experiences in a flexible, inclusive culture of globally connected teams. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package and a hybrid work model. Requirements and details vary by location. Compensation and benefits package with base salary ranges and total rewards details provided; location-based adjustments apply Hybrid model: most client-facing roles expected to work in person 40-60% of the time Flexible vacation policy and paid holidays, with leave options to support well-being Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today. EY accepts applications on an ongoing basis. For California residents, additional information is available. EY is an equal opportunity employer; disabilities and veterans are supported with reasonable accommodations in the application process. Additional information
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology Industries: Professional Services
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Consulting - Business Transformation - Life Sciences R&D - Manager Location: Anywhere in Country At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. Our clients operate in a world where achieving and sustaining performance is more difficult than ever. EY’s Life Sciences Consulting Services team assists clients in finding the right balance between protecting the business and driving measurable value. Our robust life sciences R&D practice aims to inspire and enable clients to accelerate patient impact, shape strategic innovation priorities, improve operational efficiency, and embed compliance across the R&D value chain (discovery through post-market surveillance / real-world evidence). Your role
This manager role within our Consulting practice will have the opportunity to lead and manage client engagements, build solutions, and innovate in the market. You will work with large pharma, biotechnology, academic medical centers, health systems, cancer centers, children’s hospitals, and more. You will focus on providing client services in areas including strategic planning, business transformation, operating model optimization, clinical trial acceleration, data analytics, research compliance and regulatory affairs, and technology implementation support. Responsibilities
A majority of your time will be spent managing and supporting client engagement teams and working with a wide variety of clients to deliver professional services in the life sciences domain. Comprehensive understanding of R&D processes, terminology, and challenges across preclinical research, clinical development, regulatory affairs and quality and safety functions Strong organizational and project management skills with high attention to detail to oversee complex projects, multiple tasks, workstreams, and deadlines while ensuring high-quality outputs Demonstrated leadership to inspire and motivate teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture Advanced quantitative and qualitative problem-solving skills to dissect challenges, interpret data, and deliver evidence-based insights Excellent written and verbal communication skills, tailoring messages for diverse audiences including senior executives Professional demeanor that builds trust with client and internal teams, including senior leadership Ability to understand client needs, adapt to evolving priorities, and deliver value through collaboration and responsiveness Experience coaching and mentoring junior colleagues and working within diverse teams Comfort navigating ambiguity and fast-paced consulting environments Qualifications
To qualify for the role, you must have Bachelor’s degree in business, life sciences, health, or a related field 5-7 years of relevant experience in life sciences and/or health in an R&D setting (e.g., pharma, biotech, CRO, academic medical center, cancer centers, etc.), including prior management consulting experience Understanding of key R&D functions including preclinical research, clinical trial execution/clinical development, regulatory affairs, and quality or safety functions Experience managing complex projects or initiatives and overseeing teams of at least 3-5 individuals Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience applying structured consulting methods Excellent written and verbal communication skills to synthesize complex issues into actionable insights Proficiency in core business tools (Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint) Executive presence and professionalism in client-facing settings with senior stakeholders (e.g., C-Suite, VPs, functional heads) Willingness to travel based on project requirements Preferred qualifications
Ideally, you’ll also have Advanced degree (MBA, MS, PhD) in life sciences, business, public health, or related discipline Experience supporting R&D transformations, operating model design, or process optimization initiatives Working knowledge of regulatory frameworks (e.g., GxP, ICH, FDA) and compliance in R&D Familiarity with R&D tools such as clinical trial management systems (CTMS) What we look for
We’re interested in motivated professionals with a passion for life sciences and R&D, who bring strong analytical thinking, clear communication, and a client-focused mindset. Successful candidates thrive in dynamic, team-oriented environments, demonstrate executive presence, and are eager to solve complex challenges to help clients advance innovation and improve performance across the R&D lifecycle. What we offer
We’ll develop you with future-focused skills and world-class experiences in a flexible, inclusive culture of globally connected teams. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package and a hybrid work model. Requirements and details vary by location. Compensation and benefits package with base salary ranges and total rewards details provided; location-based adjustments apply Hybrid model: most client-facing roles expected to work in person 40-60% of the time Flexible vacation policy and paid holidays, with leave options to support well-being Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today. EY accepts applications on an ongoing basis. For California residents, additional information is available. EY is an equal opportunity employer; disabilities and veterans are supported with reasonable accommodations in the application process. Additional information
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology Industries: Professional Services
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