EY
Consulting - Business Transformation - Life Sciences R&D - Staff
EY, Westlake Village, California, United States, 91361
Overview
Consulting - Business Transformation - Life Sciences R&D - Staff 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. EY’s Life Sciences Consulting Services helps clients balance protecting the business with driving measurable value across the R&D value chain (discovery, pre-clinical, clinical, translational, post-market surveillance / real-world evidence). This staff role supports client engagements and aims to innovate in the market, working with large pharma, biotechnology, academic medical centers, health systems, cancer centers, children’s hospitals, and more. Your role in the Life Sciences R&D practice
You will be an integral member of our life sciences consulting team and spend most of your time focused on providing client services in areas including 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 supporting client engagement teams and working with a wide variety of clients to deliver professional services in life sciences and health domain. Skills and attributes for success
Basic understanding of R&D processes, terminology, and challenges across areas such as preclinical research, clinical development, regulatory affairs and quality and safety functions Ability to work collaboratively within teams, contributing to a positive and productive team environment Strong intellectual curiosity and proactive approach to continuously deepen knowledge of evolving scientific, technological, and business trends in R&D to better serve client needs Strong quantitative and qualitative problem-solving skills to dissect challenges, interpret data, and deliver evidence-based insights Effective communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly in written and verbal formats Confident and professional demeanor that builds trust and credibility with client and internal teams Strong organizational skills and attention to detail to manage multiple tasks and deadlines while maintaining high-quality outputs Comfortable navigating ambiguity, shifting priorities, and fast-paced environments typical of consulting engagements Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business, life sciences, health, or a related field 1-2 years of relevant experience in life sciences and/or health (e.g., pharma, biotech, CRO, academic medical center, cancer centers, etc), preferably in an R&D setting Basic knowledge of key R&D functions, including preclinical research, clinical trial execution / clinical development, regulatory affairs, and quality or safety functions Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex issues into actionable insights Proficiency in core business tools, including Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint Willingness to travel based on project requirements and client needs Ideally, you’ll also have
Advanced coursework, certifications, or degree (e.g., MBA, MS, PhD) in life sciences, business, public health, or a related discipline Prior R&D / clinical trials / clinical development consulting experience Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (e.g., GxP, ICH, FDA) and compliance requirements in R&D environments Exposure to tools and platforms commonly used in R&D and clinical development functions, such as clinical trial management systems (CTMS) What we look for
We’re interested in motivated professionals with a passion for life sciences, healthcare 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
At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options. Hybrid model: most client-serving roles are expected to work in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement or year. Flexible vacation policy and designated holidays, leave options for personal/family care, and other accommodations to support well-being. Equal Employment Opportunity
EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law. EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. For accommodations during the application process, contact EY's Talent Shared Services Team (TSS).
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Consulting - Business Transformation - Life Sciences R&D - Staff 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. EY’s Life Sciences Consulting Services helps clients balance protecting the business with driving measurable value across the R&D value chain (discovery, pre-clinical, clinical, translational, post-market surveillance / real-world evidence). This staff role supports client engagements and aims to innovate in the market, working with large pharma, biotechnology, academic medical centers, health systems, cancer centers, children’s hospitals, and more. Your role in the Life Sciences R&D practice
You will be an integral member of our life sciences consulting team and spend most of your time focused on providing client services in areas including 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 supporting client engagement teams and working with a wide variety of clients to deliver professional services in life sciences and health domain. Skills and attributes for success
Basic understanding of R&D processes, terminology, and challenges across areas such as preclinical research, clinical development, regulatory affairs and quality and safety functions Ability to work collaboratively within teams, contributing to a positive and productive team environment Strong intellectual curiosity and proactive approach to continuously deepen knowledge of evolving scientific, technological, and business trends in R&D to better serve client needs Strong quantitative and qualitative problem-solving skills to dissect challenges, interpret data, and deliver evidence-based insights Effective communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly in written and verbal formats Confident and professional demeanor that builds trust and credibility with client and internal teams Strong organizational skills and attention to detail to manage multiple tasks and deadlines while maintaining high-quality outputs Comfortable navigating ambiguity, shifting priorities, and fast-paced environments typical of consulting engagements Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business, life sciences, health, or a related field 1-2 years of relevant experience in life sciences and/or health (e.g., pharma, biotech, CRO, academic medical center, cancer centers, etc), preferably in an R&D setting Basic knowledge of key R&D functions, including preclinical research, clinical trial execution / clinical development, regulatory affairs, and quality or safety functions Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex issues into actionable insights Proficiency in core business tools, including Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint Willingness to travel based on project requirements and client needs Ideally, you’ll also have
Advanced coursework, certifications, or degree (e.g., MBA, MS, PhD) in life sciences, business, public health, or a related discipline Prior R&D / clinical trials / clinical development consulting experience Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (e.g., GxP, ICH, FDA) and compliance requirements in R&D environments Exposure to tools and platforms commonly used in R&D and clinical development functions, such as clinical trial management systems (CTMS) What we look for
We’re interested in motivated professionals with a passion for life sciences, healthcare 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
At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options. Hybrid model: most client-serving roles are expected to work in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement or year. Flexible vacation policy and designated holidays, leave options for personal/family care, and other accommodations to support well-being. Equal Employment Opportunity
EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law. EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. For accommodations during the application process, contact EY's Talent Shared Services Team (TSS).
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