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Consulting - Business Transformation - Life Sciences R&D - Manager

EY, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601

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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. EY’s Life Sciences Consulting Services helps clients balance protecting the business with delivering measurable value across the R&D value chain, including discovery, pre-clinical, clinical, translational, and post-market surveillance / real-world evidence in life sciences and healthcare settings. This manager will lead and manage client engagements, build solutions, and innovate in the market, working with large pharma, biotechnology, academic medical centers, health systems, cancer centers, children’s hospitals, and more. The opportunity EY has a robust, purpose-driven life sciences R&D practice to inspire and enable clients to accelerate patient impact by shaping strategic innovation priorities, improving operational efficiency, and embedding compliance. You will focus on providing client services in strategic planning, business transformation, organizational structure and operating model optimization, clinical trial acceleration, complex data analytics, research compliance and regulatory affairs, and technology implementation support. Your Key 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. Skills And Attributes For Success

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 maintaining high-quality outputs Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams and foster a collaborative, high-performing culture Strong intellectual curiosity and proactive approach to deepen knowledge of evolving scientific, technological, and business trends in R&D to better serve client needs 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 Confident, professional demeanor that builds trust with client and internal teams, including senior leadership Proactive understanding of client needs, adaptability to evolving priorities, and consistent value delivery through collaboration Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines while maintaining high-quality outputs Ability to work well within diverse teams, foster knowledge sharing, and mentor junior colleagues Comfort navigating ambiguity, shifting priorities, and fast-paced consulting environments 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 experience in a management consulting role Comprehensive 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 leading 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 with ability to synthesize complex issues into actionable insights Proficiency in core business tools including Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint Demonstrated executive presence and professionalism in client-facing settings with senior stakeholders Willingness to travel based on project requirements and client needs 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 You

EY develops you with future-focused skills and world-class experiences in a flexible, diverse, and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more. Comprehensive compensation and benefits package with performance-based rewards; base salary ranges vary by geography (e.g., $128,400 to $235,300, with higher ranges in NYC Metro, WA, and CA). Total Rewards include medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k), and various paid time off options. Hybrid model: most client-facing roles expect 40-60% in-person collaboration over engagements, projects, or year. Flexible vacation policy with holiday, personal/family care, and other 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, click here for additional information. EY is committed to equal employment opportunities and providing reasonable accommodations during the application process. EY | Building a better working world EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for today and tomorrow. We operate in more than 150 countries and territories and provide services across assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions, backed by a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners. EY is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

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