Life Science R&D Strategy Principal Director
Accenture Life Science R&D Strategy Principal Director - Overland Park, Kansas
We Are : Accenture Strategy & Consulting. Through deep industry expertise, analytics and insights, we empower clients to survive and thrive in the new, the now, and the unknown.
To stay agile in a world dominated by change, the C-suite must keep the core business running while simultaneously identifying and investing in the new.
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Overview :
Join our team that is helping the world’s leading life sciences companies to evolve rapidly from discovery, development and delivering products to patients and ensure better patient outcomes.
We work with our pharmaceutical, biotech, medical technology, distributor and adjacent clients globally to redefine the future of the life sciences industry.
The Work :
As part of the Strategy Life Sciences team, you will be a heavily client-facing thought leader in the space of R&D. You will help shape and deliver cutting-edge thinking and C Suite relevant R&D perspectives to senior executives in the industry and originate opportunities to partner with them to deliver transformational outcomes.
In this role, you will :
- Develop and present comprehensive proposals, project plans, and deliverables tailored to each client's unique needs and objectives.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute client projects, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality outcomes.
- Build strong relationships with clients, serving as a trusted advisor and thought leader.
- Lead global teams of 2-30+ to deliver against client priorities.
- Function as a strategic advisor to clients on end-to-end R&D transformations.
- Contribute to the development of thought leadership content and best practices within the organization for Research and Development.
Basic Qualifications - Here's what you need :
Minimum 10 years of Life Sciences industry experience at a business consulting firm or equivalent internal consulting experience focused in one or more of the following areas : Internal strategy development, transformation design and execution, or business case development.
Preferred qualifications :
MBA or an advanced degree in R&D relevant fields.
Professional skills requirements :
- Experience with client origination and new business development processes.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to distill complex scientific or operational concepts into clear and compelling insights for diverse stakeholders.
- Proven track record of delivering strategic recommendations and achieving measurable business outcomes.
- Collaborative mindset with a strong sense of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to client satisfaction.
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