Associate Director - Life Sciences Advisory - Commercial
$135k/y-$225k/y
Guidehouse2 days ago
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OnsiteFull-timeSenior
Summary
Guidehouse is seeking an Associate Director - Life Sciences Advisory - Commercial to join their team in Chicago, IL. The role involves managing projects from cultivation to completion, delivering product planning, pricing, reimbursement, and regulatory solutions for clients in the life sciences sector.
About the Role
As an Associate Director, you will lead project teams, manage client relationships, develop work plans, and oversee multiple projects simultaneously. You will provide guidance and coaching to staff consultants, collaborate with senior management, and participate in sales initiatives. The position requires travel, averaging up to 30%.
About You
Required:
- BA/BS degree in Science, Biomedical Engineering, Healthcare, Business or related field; advanced degree/PhD preferred.
- Minimum 6+ years of relevant consulting or work experience with large global pharma, mid-sized pharma, and/or biotech clients.
- Strong understanding of the pharmaceutical industry, including drug development and launch.
- Ability to analyze complex information and develop effective strategies.
- Experience advising brand leaders and supporting insights & analytics leaders in pharma.
- Experience with market sizing, HCP segmentation, patient journey, forecasting, and brand strategy.
- Strong analytical skills (Excel, Access, etc.) and ability to leverage data for decision-making.
- 5+ years of experience leading project engagements, including planning and resource allocation.
- 3+ years of formal management experience.
- Authorized/eligible to work for any US employer without sponsorship.
Preferred:
- Track record of managing team performance to achieve project goals.
- Exceptional client management experience.
- Experience collaborating with senior leadership for business opportunities.
Benefits
- Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
- Discretionary variable incentive bonus eligibility
- Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Basic Life & Supplemental Life
- Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Student Loan PayDown
- Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
- Skills Development & Certifications
- Employee Referral Program
- Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
- Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
- Mobility Stipend
Guidehouse
Guidehouse is a global AI-led professional services firm delivering advisory, technology, and managed services to the commercial and government sectors. With an integrated business technology approach, Guidehouse drives efficiency and resilience in the healthcare, financial services, energy, infrastructure, and national security markets. Built to help clients across industries outwit complexity, the firm brings together approximately 18,000 professionals to achieve lasting impact and shape a meaningful future.
Chicago, IL