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Consulting - Business Transformation - Life Sciences R&D - Senior
EY, Miami, Florida, us, 33222
Consulting - Business Transformation - Life Sciences R&D - Senior
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Consulting - Business Transformation – Life Sciences R&D – Senior
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Location: Anywhere in Country.
About the Opportunity EY’s Life Sciences Consulting Services team helps clients achieve and sustain performance by balancing protection of the business with measurable value. In this senior role, you will lead client engagements, build solutions, and innovate across the R&D value chain—from discovery and pre‑clinical research to clinical trials, translational work, and post‑market surveillance.
You will work with large pharma, biotechnology, academic medical centers, health systems, and cancer centers, delivering services in strategic planning, business transformation, operating model optimization, clinical trial acceleration, complex data analytics, research compliance, regulatory affairs, and technology implementation.
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 the life sciences and health domain.
Skills & Attributes for Success
Foundational understanding of R&D processes, terminology, and challenges across preclinical research, clinical development, regulatory affairs, and quality/safety functions.
Strong intellectual curiosity and proactive approach to 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 communication—written and verbal—tailored to diverse audiences, including senior executives.
Confident, professional demeanor that builds trust with client and internal teams, including senior leadership.
Ability to adapt to evolving priorities and consistently deliver value through collaboration and responsiveness.
Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, workstreams, and deadlines while maintaining high‑quality outputs.
Strong teamwork, knowledge sharing, and support for junior colleagues through coaching and mentorship.
Comfortable navigating ambiguity, shifting priorities, and fast‑paced consulting engagements.
Qualifications
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.
Working knowledge of key R&D functions (preclinical research, clinical trial execution, regulatory affairs, quality or safety).
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with experience applying structured consulting methods.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, synthesizing complex issues into actionable insights.
Proficiency in core business tools, including Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Demonstrated executive presence and professionalism in client‑facing settings, engaging senior stakeholders.
Willingness to travel based on project requirements.
Additional Desired Experience
Advanced degree (MBA, MS, PhD) in life sciences, business, or public health.
Prior R&D or clinical trials consulting experience.
Experience supporting R&D transformations, operating model design, or process optimization initiatives.
Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (GxP, ICH, FDA) and compliance requirements in R&D environments.
Exposure to tools and platforms used in R&D and clinical development (e.g., CTMS).
What We Look For 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 solve complex challenges to advance client innovation and performance across the R&D lifecycle.
What We Offer You
Comprehensive compensation and benefits package—including medical, dental, pension, 401(k), and paid time off—based on performance and recognition.
Hybrid work model with flexible in‑office requirements (typically 40–60% of the time).
Flexible vacation policy with generous paid holidays and time off aligned to personal circumstances.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Consulting, Information Technology, and Sales
Industries Professional Services
Equal 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.
Reasonable Accommodation EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities, including veterans. If you need assistance applying or require an accommodation, please contact EY Talent Shared Services at ssc.customersupport@ey.com.
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Consulting - Business Transformation – Life Sciences R&D – Senior
role.
Location: Anywhere in Country.
About the Opportunity EY’s Life Sciences Consulting Services team helps clients achieve and sustain performance by balancing protection of the business with measurable value. In this senior role, you will lead client engagements, build solutions, and innovate across the R&D value chain—from discovery and pre‑clinical research to clinical trials, translational work, and post‑market surveillance.
You will work with large pharma, biotechnology, academic medical centers, health systems, and cancer centers, delivering services in strategic planning, business transformation, operating model optimization, clinical trial acceleration, complex data analytics, research compliance, regulatory affairs, and technology implementation.
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 the life sciences and health domain.
Skills & Attributes for Success
Foundational understanding of R&D processes, terminology, and challenges across preclinical research, clinical development, regulatory affairs, and quality/safety functions.
Strong intellectual curiosity and proactive approach to 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 communication—written and verbal—tailored to diverse audiences, including senior executives.
Confident, professional demeanor that builds trust with client and internal teams, including senior leadership.
Ability to adapt to evolving priorities and consistently deliver value through collaboration and responsiveness.
Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, workstreams, and deadlines while maintaining high‑quality outputs.
Strong teamwork, knowledge sharing, and support for junior colleagues through coaching and mentorship.
Comfortable navigating ambiguity, shifting priorities, and fast‑paced consulting engagements.
Qualifications
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.
Working knowledge of key R&D functions (preclinical research, clinical trial execution, regulatory affairs, quality or safety).
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with experience applying structured consulting methods.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, synthesizing complex issues into actionable insights.
Proficiency in core business tools, including Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Demonstrated executive presence and professionalism in client‑facing settings, engaging senior stakeholders.
Willingness to travel based on project requirements.
Additional Desired Experience
Advanced degree (MBA, MS, PhD) in life sciences, business, or public health.
Prior R&D or clinical trials consulting experience.
Experience supporting R&D transformations, operating model design, or process optimization initiatives.
Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (GxP, ICH, FDA) and compliance requirements in R&D environments.
Exposure to tools and platforms used in R&D and clinical development (e.g., CTMS).
What We Look For 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 solve complex challenges to advance client innovation and performance across the R&D lifecycle.
What We Offer You
Comprehensive compensation and benefits package—including medical, dental, pension, 401(k), and paid time off—based on performance and recognition.
Hybrid work model with flexible in‑office requirements (typically 40–60% of the time).
Flexible vacation policy with generous paid holidays and time off aligned to personal circumstances.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Consulting, Information Technology, and Sales
Industries Professional Services
Equal 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.
Reasonable Accommodation EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities, including veterans. If you need assistance applying or require an accommodation, please contact EY Talent Shared Services at ssc.customersupport@ey.com.
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