Associate Director – Life Sciences Advisory – Medical Affairs/Real World Evidence (RWE)

We are currently seeking an Associate Director for our Life Sciences Advisory practice, specializing in Medical Affairs and Real World Evidence (RWE) within our Strategy & Transformation Consulting job family. This is a transformative time for healthcare companies, and our team acts as an engine of innovation by helping pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device, and diagnostic companies develop custom solutions to tackle today’s challenges while anticipating tomorrow’s.

In this role, you will have an immediate impact by partnering with clients across all levels to deliver product planning, pricing, reimbursement, commercialization, and regulatory solutions. Travel is required up to 25-30% of the time to client sites across the US. No security clearance is required.

What You Will Do:

• Lead projects focused on medical affairs strategy, integrated evidence planning, real-world evidence study design and execution, and AI-enabled analytics approaches.
• Develop solutions for evidence generation, real-world data utilization, and omnichannel scientific communications.
• Contribute to annual revenue targets through successful project delivery and upselling RWE or digital health solutions.
• Ensure deliverables meet client expectations of scientific rigor and regulatory standards.
• Advise clients on leveraging artificial intelligence for predictive analytics, medical content automation, and stakeholder engagement.
• Contribute to thought leadership through white papers and presentations on digital transformation in medical affairs.
• Support proposal development, sales initiatives, and client pitches emphasizing digital health and AI capabilities.
• Manage projects from cultivation to completion, overseeing work plans, staffing, deadlines, and budgets while managing client relationships.
• Formally supervise, coach, and mentor junior-level staff, guiding their career development and providing constructive feedback.
• Collaborate with Directors and Managing Directors to keep them informed of project progress and important developments.

What You Will Need:

• BA/BS degree in Science, Biomedical Engineering, Healthcare, Business, or a related course of study (advanced degrees such as PharmD, MD, PhD, or Master’s in Life Sciences are preferred).
• 6+ years of experience in medical affairs and RWE within pharma, biotech, or consulting.
• Strong understanding of the pharmaceutical industry, including drug development, global regulatory requirements, and compliance frameworks.
• Proven experience with real-world data sources, digital health platforms, and AI analytics.
• 3+ years of experience leading project engagements, including planning, scoping, budget development, resource allocation, and managing complex projects within scope and timeline.
• 3+ years of formal management of team performance to achieve project goals and exceed client expectations, including demonstrated success in supervising and mentoring junior staff.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret complex information and develop effective strategies, paired with excellent written and oral communication abilities.
• Must be collaborative, a team player, and authorized/eligible to work for any US employer without sponsorship.
• Willingness and ability to travel to client sites across the US up to 30% of the time.

What We Offer:

• Annual salary range of $135,000.00 to $225,000.00 (compensation decisions depend on factors such as skill sets, experience, training, licensure, certifications, and organizational needs).
• Comprehensive total rewards package including a flexible benefits program.
• Medical, Rx, Dental, and Vision Insurance, alongside Health Savings Accounts and flexible spending accounts.
• Personal and family sick time, company-paid holidays, parental leave, and adoption assistance.
• Potential eligibility for a discretionary variable incentive bonus.
• 401(k) retirement plan, basic life insurance, and supplemental life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Student loan pay-down assistance, tuition reimbursement, and personal development or learning opportunities.
• Skills development, certifications, an employee referral program, corporate-sponsored events, community outreach, and an emergency back-up childcare program.
• Mobility stipend.