EY
Consulting - Business Transformation - Life Sciences R&D - Senior
EY, New York, New York, us, 10261
Consulting – Business Transformation – Life Sciences R&D – Senior
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 build a better working world.
The opportunity EY has a robust, purpose‑driven life sciences research and development (R&D) practice that inspires and enables our clients to accelerate patient impact. The practice supports strategic innovation priorities, improves operational efficiency, embeds compliance across the R&D value chain—including discovery, pre‑clinical, clinical, translational, and post‑market surveillance / real‑world evidence—and works with large pharma, biotechnology, academic medical centers, health systems, cancer centers, children’s hospitals, and more. In this senior role you will support and lead client engagements, build solutions, and innovate in the market.
Your Key Responsibilities Spend the majority of your time supporting client engagement teams and working with a wide variety of clients to deliver professional services in life sciences and health. Focus areas include 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.
Skills And Attributes For Success
Foundational understanding of R&D processes, terminology, and challenges across pre‑clinical, clinical development, regulatory affairs, and quality and safety functions.
Strong intellectual curiosity and a proactive approach to continuously deepen knowledge of evolving scientific, technological, and business trends in R&D.
Strong quantitative and qualitative problem‑solving skills to dissect challenges, interpret data, and deliver evidence‑based insights.
Exceptional ability to communicate clearly and persuasively in written and verbal formats, tailoring messages for diverse audiences including senior executives.
Confident and professional demeanor that builds trust and credibility with client and internal teams, including senior leadership.
Proactive understanding of client needs, adaptability to evolving priorities, and consistent delivery of value through collaboration and responsiveness.
Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, workstreams, and deadlines while maintaining high‑quality outputs.
Works well within diverse teams, fosters knowledge sharing, and supports junior colleagues through coaching and mentorship.
Comfortable navigating ambiguity, shifting priorities, and fast‑paced environments typical of consulting engagements.
To qualify for the role, you must have
Bachelor’s degree in business, life sciences, health, or a related field.
3‑4 years of relevant experience in management consulting in life sciences and/or health, and/or direct industry experience in an R&D setting (e.g., pharma, biotech, CRO, academic medical center, cancer centers, etc.).
Working knowledge of key R&D functions, including pre‑clinical research, clinical trial execution / clinical development, regulatory affairs, and quality or safety functions.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with experience applying structured consulting methods to complex business challenges.
Excellent 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.
Demonstrated executive presence and professionalism in client‑facing settings, including the ability to engage with senior stakeholders (e.g., C‑Suite, VPs, functional heads).
Willingness to travel based on project requirements and client needs.
Ideally, you’ll also have
Advanced 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.
Experience supporting R&D transformations, operating model design, or process optimization initiatives.
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 You 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.
Base salary range: $97,300 – $178,300 (US locations); higher ranges for specific metro areas.
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 work model: most external, client‑serving roles work together in person 40‑60% of the time over the course of an engagement.
Flexible vacation policy and generous paid holidays, winter/summer breaks, personal/family care leaves, and other leaves of absence.
Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today. EY accepts applications for this position on an on‑going basis.
Equal Employment Opportunity EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis. EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance applying online or require an accommodation during any part of the application process, please call 1‑800‑EY‑HELP3, select Option 2, then Option 1 for candidate queries, or email ssc.customersupport@ey.com.
EY | Building a better working world EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets. Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow. EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions, and provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.
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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 build a better working world.
The opportunity EY has a robust, purpose‑driven life sciences research and development (R&D) practice that inspires and enables our clients to accelerate patient impact. The practice supports strategic innovation priorities, improves operational efficiency, embeds compliance across the R&D value chain—including discovery, pre‑clinical, clinical, translational, and post‑market surveillance / real‑world evidence—and works with large pharma, biotechnology, academic medical centers, health systems, cancer centers, children’s hospitals, and more. In this senior role you will support and lead client engagements, build solutions, and innovate in the market.
Your Key Responsibilities Spend the majority of your time supporting client engagement teams and working with a wide variety of clients to deliver professional services in life sciences and health. Focus areas include 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.
Skills And Attributes For Success
Foundational understanding of R&D processes, terminology, and challenges across pre‑clinical, clinical development, regulatory affairs, and quality and safety functions.
Strong intellectual curiosity and a proactive approach to continuously deepen knowledge of evolving scientific, technological, and business trends in R&D.
Strong quantitative and qualitative problem‑solving skills to dissect challenges, interpret data, and deliver evidence‑based insights.
Exceptional ability to communicate clearly and persuasively in written and verbal formats, tailoring messages for diverse audiences including senior executives.
Confident and professional demeanor that builds trust and credibility with client and internal teams, including senior leadership.
Proactive understanding of client needs, adaptability to evolving priorities, and consistent delivery of value through collaboration and responsiveness.
Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, workstreams, and deadlines while maintaining high‑quality outputs.
Works well within diverse teams, fosters knowledge sharing, and supports junior colleagues through coaching and mentorship.
Comfortable navigating ambiguity, shifting priorities, and fast‑paced environments typical of consulting engagements.
To qualify for the role, you must have
Bachelor’s degree in business, life sciences, health, or a related field.
3‑4 years of relevant experience in management consulting in life sciences and/or health, and/or direct industry experience in an R&D setting (e.g., pharma, biotech, CRO, academic medical center, cancer centers, etc.).
Working knowledge of key R&D functions, including pre‑clinical research, clinical trial execution / clinical development, regulatory affairs, and quality or safety functions.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with experience applying structured consulting methods to complex business challenges.
Excellent 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.
Demonstrated executive presence and professionalism in client‑facing settings, including the ability to engage with senior stakeholders (e.g., C‑Suite, VPs, functional heads).
Willingness to travel based on project requirements and client needs.
Ideally, you’ll also have
Advanced 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.
Experience supporting R&D transformations, operating model design, or process optimization initiatives.
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 You 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.
Base salary range: $97,300 – $178,300 (US locations); higher ranges for specific metro areas.
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 work model: most external, client‑serving roles work together in person 40‑60% of the time over the course of an engagement.
Flexible vacation policy and generous paid holidays, winter/summer breaks, personal/family care leaves, and other leaves of absence.
Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today. EY accepts applications for this position on an on‑going basis.
Equal Employment Opportunity EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis. EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance applying online or require an accommodation during any part of the application process, please call 1‑800‑EY‑HELP3, select Option 2, then Option 1 for candidate queries, or email ssc.customersupport@ey.com.
EY | Building a better working world EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets. Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow. EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions, and provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.
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