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What Is Prescient?We are a specialist strategic partner to global biopharma companies. We provide expertise, derived from our extensive experience, across the drug life cycle.Science, strategy and technology underpin our business, but it’s driven by deep, collaborative relationships. As true thought partners, we are focused on helping clients unlock the full potential of their innovations and improve people’s lives.About Our Medical and Scientific Strategy PracticeOur consultancy services are built on deep scientific and medical expertise. It’s a uniquely science-first mentality, in lock-step with the values of our clients. We explore the needs and motivations of the medical community and turn that information into powerful insights that inform our clients’ strategies, with the ultimate goal of shaping the future of healthcare and improving patient outcomes.Our approach integrates rigorous scientific analysis, market understanding and collaborative planning. We challenge the status quo, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible to unlock new opportunities and innovation through strategic thinking.What Will I Do?As a Director/Associate Principal, you will lead high-impact consulting engagements that shape biopharmaceutical asset strategy. You will have three primary responsibilities:Project Delivery:Lead project teams in delivering actionable insightsAlong with the AVP or VP on the project, manage senior client relationships, ensuring ongoing contact and alignmentEnsure that medical and scientific perspectives are integrated into broader asset strategiesLead complex medical and scientific strategy engagements (e.g., clinical trial strategy, medical affairs planning, early asset strategies), managing the full project lifecycle from scoping to executionOversee multiple projects concurrently, ensuring high-quality executionGuide teams in conducting rigorous primary research with clinical experts and other key stakeholders, and secondary scientific analysis (i.e., managing analysis of clinical trial landscapes, treatment algorithms, regulatory pathways, competitive dynamics and more)Synthesize data to test client hypotheses and distill results into actionable recommendationsBusiness Development and Enhancing Prescient’s External Brand:Identify and lead on opportunities for new consulting engagements within both new and existing client accountsAuthor compelling proposals and presentations to win new businessContribute to compelling thought leadership (e.g., white papers, conference presentations, industry publications)Stay ahead of industry trends, advising clients on emerging opportunities and challengesTeam Development and Mentorship:Lead and mentor a team of consultants and engagement managers on projects through direct line managementBuild professional development plans and provide coaching for your direct reportsResolve interpersonal conflicts when they may arise, whether on project teams or in other contextsContribute to internal training initiatives, helping to build capabilities across the Medical and Scientific Strategy practiceLead an internal initiative that contributes to the success of the team (e.g., recruitment, culture, knowledge management)What Skills and Experience Do I Need to be Successful for this Role?Required:A broad understanding of the biopharmaceutical industry, and a commitment to remain up to date on the latest developments and trends from both a scientific and a business perspectiveA minimum of six years of consulting experience within the biopharmaceutical industry, with proven ability to lead large strategic consulting engagements with a focus on asset strategy and portfolio strategy for commercial, medical affairs or clinical development clientsDemonstrable experience at the engagement manager level within a comparable consulting organizationA Bachelor’s degree in a relevant life sciences area, or significant scientific-focused experience of early and late-stage drug developmentExperience of managing teams and mentoring junior consultants in a fast-paced, dynamic environmentSuperior written and verbal communication skills, including experience of presenting to senior-level stakeholders and mentoring staff on external communicationsPreferred:An advanced degree in life sciences (i.e., PhD, MD, PharmD)A deep understanding of oncology, hematology, and/or rare diseasesFamiliarity with different ways of working across commercial, medical affairs and clinical developmentDirect experience of delivering projects with medical affairs clientsExperience in process improvement and optimization, organizational efficiency and effectivenessExperience in real-world evidence (RWE)Experience working in the pharmaceutical industryWhy Choose Prescient? What Makes Us Special?Founded in 2007, Prescient is a global firm with a footprint in ten cities across three continents. Our team of nearly 400 experts partners with 27 of the top 30 biopharmaceutical companies, the fastest-growing mid-caps, and cutting-edge emerging biotechs, including some of the biggest and most innovative brands. More than 70% of our employees hold advanced life sciences degrees, and our teams deliver an impressive depth of therapeutic, clinical and commercial expertise. We foster a high performing, collaborative and entrepreneurial culture, offering structured Learning and Development, specialized training and mentorship. Prescient also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 401K matching, comprehensive health and dental benefits, generous PTO, and flexible working arrangements.Prescient has been a portfolio company of Bridgepoint Development Capital since 2021 and Baird Capital since 2017. For more information, please visit: www.prescienthg.com.We are an equal opportunity employer and fully comply with applicable legislation in all the geographies in which we operate. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to veteran status, uniformed service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable national, federal, state, or local laws.Seniority level

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