Managing Director, R&D Consulting in United States at Jobgether

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Managing Director, R&D Consulting in United States.

This senior leadership role sits at the intersection of scientific advisory, digital transformation, and life sciences consulting, driving high-impact solutions across complex R&D environments. The position focuses on guiding strategic client engagements, shaping advisory offerings, and accelerating business growth within a global consulting practice. You will lead multidisciplinary teams to solve critical challenges across drug development, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence. The role combines client delivery leadership with strong commercial responsibility, including business development and account expansion. It requires close collaboration with senior stakeholders to design and implement innovative, scalable solutions. Operating in a fast-paced and international context, the role demands both strategic vision and hands-on leadership. This is an opportunity to influence industry-leading programs while shaping the future direction of a high-growth advisory practice.

• Lead and oversee strategic consulting engagements across R&D, advisory, and scientific services, ensuring high-quality delivery and measurable client impact
• Drive business development initiatives, including identifying opportunities, expanding key accounts, and achieving revenue targets
• Manage project planning, budgets, SOWs, and PMO activities across multiple complex engagements
• Guide solution design, process optimization, systems implementation, and transformation initiatives for life sciences clients
• Supervise and mentor consulting teams, ensuring delivery excellence, accountability, and “right first time” execution
• Contribute to organizational strategy, thought leadership, and the development of innovative advisory offerings
• Act as a senior client advisor and IT/business liaison across global and cross-functional environments

Requirements:

• Minimum 8 years of experience in the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry, ideally within consulting or advisory services
• Strong understanding of the drug development lifecycle and related operational processes
• Proven experience leading teams, managing complex client engagements, and driving business growth
• Background in project management, business transformation, or R&D consulting environments
• Strong skills in stakeholder management, communication, and cross-functional collaboration
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools including Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Word, and Visio
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a global environment

Benefits:

• Remote and flexible working arrangements
• Opportunity to work with global, cross-functional teams in a high-impact consulting environment
• Leadership role with strong influence on strategy, growth, and delivery excellence
• Exposure to innovative R&D transformation and life sciences advisory projects
• Travel opportunities up to 50 percent depending on client needs
• Career growth within a fast-scaling and internationally recognized consulting practice
• Collaborative, purpose-driven culture focused on learning, innovation, and professional development.