R&D Strategy Senior Manager, AI-Driven Biopharma

Accenture Plc; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 260,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture seeks a Senior Manager or Principal Director to lead a high-impact R&D strategy practice in Australia, focusing on AI-enabled transformation across the biopharma value chain. You will guide end-to-end strategy engagements, develop new business, and partner with global teams to deliver measurable client outcomes.

Role requires deep Life Sciences R&D expertise, strong leadership, and a track record in transforming discovery, development, and operational operating models.

Qualifications

• Experience leading strategy engagements with measurable outcomes in biopharma.
• Proven ability to translate AI/data insights into client strategy.
• Strong communication skills with senior stakeholders (C-suite, SVP/VP).
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex R&D strategy engagements from problem framing through delivery with measurable client impact.
• Advise on R&D transformation priorities including strategy, portfolio management, and AI integration.
• Develop strategic recommendations, roadmaps, and reinvention narratives for Heads of R&D.

Skills

Life Sciences R&D

Strategy Consulting

AI/Data/Digital

Business Development

Cross-functional Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Accenture seeks a Senior Manager or Principal Director to lead a high-impact R&D strategy practice in Australia, focusing on AI-enabled transformation across the biopharma value chain. You will guide end-to-end strategy engagements, develop new business, and partner with global teams to deliver measurable client outcomes.

Role requires deep Life Sciences R&D expertise, strong leadership, and a track record in transforming discovery, development, and operational operating models.