Job Description
Role Overview
The life sciences sector is undergoing rapid change as scientific advances, new technologies, and evolving market expectations reshape how therapies and medical solutions reach patients. This role sits at the intersection of strategy, commercialization, and client leadership, offering the opportunity to guide organizations through high-impact decisions across pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and medical technology.
As a senior leader within a life sciences consulting practice, you will serve as a trusted advisor to executive clients, shaping commercial strategies and driving growth-oriented engagements. You will balance business development, delivery excellence, and people leadership while contributing to the long-term strength of the firm.
Key Responsibilities
Client Leadership & Growth
• Build, expand, and sustain senior-level client relationships, acting as a primary strategic advisor
• Drive revenue growth through account expansion, new buyer engagement, and solution-based selling
• Shape and execute client-specific growth strategies aligned to industry trends and organizational priorities
• Manage client expectations, identify engagement risks, and ensure consistent delivery of value
Engagement & Portfolio Oversight
• Oversee multiple consulting engagements of varying scope and duration, ensuring quality, profitability, and timely execution
• Maintain accountability for project scope, timelines, staffing, and financial performance
• Provide oversight and guidance across workstreams while ensuring client-ready deliverables
Strategic Advisory & Subject Matter Expertise
• Advise life sciences leadership teams on commercialization and launch readiness, including brand strategy, forecasting, segmentation, and go-to-market design
• Support strategic decision-making across patient journeys, commercial models, sales force design, and marketing investment planning
• Translate complex clinical, analytical, and market data into clear, actionable business recommendations
People & Firm Leadership
• Mentor, coach, and develop consultants and engagement leaders, supporting both performance and career progression
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performance culture
• Contribute to internal initiatives such as capability development, recruiting, thought leadership, and operational improvement
Qualifications
Required
• Bachelor’s degree in science, healthcare, engineering, business, or a related discipline
• 10+ years of combined consulting and/or industry experience within pharmaceuticals, biotech, specialty pharma, or medical technology
• At least 8 years of experience supporting commercialization and product launch strategy in a consulting environment
• Demonstrated success advising senior commercial, brand, and analytics leaders within life sciences organizations
• Strong analytical capability with hands-on experience using data to inform strategic decisions
• Proven ability to manage complex project portfolios across multiple teams and timelines
• Track record of growing client accounts and generating revenue through long-term relationship building
• Experience leading teams, supervising workstreams, and developing junior talent
• Willingness to travel extensively within the U.S. (up to 50%)
• Authorization to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship
Preferred
• MBA or other advanced degree
• Deep passion for healthcare and life sciences innovation
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level presentations
• Ability to understand and communicate the clinical and commercial implications of complex products
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality deliverables
• Highly collaborative leadership style
Compensation
• Estimated Salary Range: $206,000 – $343,000 annually (U.S.-based)
• Compensation is determined based on experience, skills, and organizational needs and may include eligibility for performance-based incentives
Total Rewards & Benefits
The organization offers a comprehensive rewards package designed to support health, financial security, flexibility, and professional growth. Benefits include medical and prescription coverage, retirement savings, paid time off, family support programs, learning and tuition assistance, incentive opportunities, and well-being resources.
Workplace Commitment
This organization is committed to equal opportunity employment and creating a workplace that values diversity, inclusion, and belonging. Employment decisions are made without regard to legally protected characteristics and in accordance with applicable fair chance and employment laws.
Please note: This job posting is just a preview of the full scope of the position. A comprehensive job description is shared by a member of our team
The life sciences sector is undergoing rapid change as scientific advances, new technologies, and evolving market expectations reshape how therapies and medical solutions reach patients. This role sits at the intersection of strategy, commercialization, and client leadership, offering the opportunity to guide organizations through high-impact decisions across pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and medical technology.
As a senior leader within a life sciences consulting practice, you will serve as a trusted advisor to executive clients, shaping commercial strategies and driving growth-oriented engagements. You will balance business development, delivery excellence, and people leadership while contributing to the long-term strength of the firm.
Key Responsibilities
Client Leadership & Growth
• Build, expand, and sustain senior-level client relationships, acting as a primary strategic advisor
• Drive revenue growth through account expansion, new buyer engagement, and solution-based selling
• Shape and execute client-specific growth strategies aligned to industry trends and organizational priorities
• Manage client expectations, identify engagement risks, and ensure consistent delivery of value
Engagement & Portfolio Oversight
• Oversee multiple consulting engagements of varying scope and duration, ensuring quality, profitability, and timely execution
• Maintain accountability for project scope, timelines, staffing, and financial performance
• Provide oversight and guidance across workstreams while ensuring client-ready deliverables
Strategic Advisory & Subject Matter Expertise
• Advise life sciences leadership teams on commercialization and launch readiness, including brand strategy, forecasting, segmentation, and go-to-market design
• Support strategic decision-making across patient journeys, commercial models, sales force design, and marketing investment planning
• Translate complex clinical, analytical, and market data into clear, actionable business recommendations
People & Firm Leadership
• Mentor, coach, and develop consultants and engagement leaders, supporting both performance and career progression
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performance culture
• Contribute to internal initiatives such as capability development, recruiting, thought leadership, and operational improvement
Qualifications
Required
• Bachelor’s degree in science, healthcare, engineering, business, or a related discipline
• 10+ years of combined consulting and/or industry experience within pharmaceuticals, biotech, specialty pharma, or medical technology
• At least 8 years of experience supporting commercialization and product launch strategy in a consulting environment
• Demonstrated success advising senior commercial, brand, and analytics leaders within life sciences organizations
• Strong analytical capability with hands-on experience using data to inform strategic decisions
• Proven ability to manage complex project portfolios across multiple teams and timelines
• Track record of growing client accounts and generating revenue through long-term relationship building
• Experience leading teams, supervising workstreams, and developing junior talent
• Willingness to travel extensively within the U.S. (up to 50%)
• Authorization to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship
Preferred
• MBA or other advanced degree
• Deep passion for healthcare and life sciences innovation
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level presentations
• Ability to understand and communicate the clinical and commercial implications of complex products
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality deliverables
• Highly collaborative leadership style
Compensation
• Estimated Salary Range: $206,000 – $343,000 annually (U.S.-based)
• Compensation is determined based on experience, skills, and organizational needs and may include eligibility for performance-based incentives
Total Rewards & Benefits
The organization offers a comprehensive rewards package designed to support health, financial security, flexibility, and professional growth. Benefits include medical and prescription coverage, retirement savings, paid time off, family support programs, learning and tuition assistance, incentive opportunities, and well-being resources.
Workplace Commitment
This organization is committed to equal opportunity employment and creating a workplace that values diversity, inclusion, and belonging. Employment decisions are made without regard to legally protected characteristics and in accordance with applicable fair chance and employment laws.
Please note: This job posting is just a preview of the full scope of the position. A comprehensive job description is shared by a member of our team
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Director of Life Science position is now open for candidates interested in the Health Jobs sector. This role in Chicago offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Health Jobs is a plus.