Artificial Intelligence Practice Lead

PharmaACE; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Yearly bonus

Uncapped commissions

Global impact opportunities

Job summary

A global healthcare consulting firm in Princeton, New Jersey, is seeking an AI Consulting Practice Lead to spearhead the development of groundbreaking AI strategies in life sciences. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of consulting experience, including deep expertise in R&D analytics, and a proven track record in business development. This position offers the autonomy to build a high-caliber team and deliver impactful solutions. Join us to transform the future of healthcare innovation.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in consulting or leadership in life sciences.
• 5+ years leading teams in a professional services environment.
• Demonstrated success in driving multimillion-dollar revenue growth.
• Fluency in AI/ML models, with practical applications in pharma.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and lead a high-caliber team in AI and life sciences.
• Generate new business and secure market opportunities.
• Develop actionable roadmaps for AI strategy and application.
• Stay ahead of industry trends and provide thought leadership.

Skills

Leadership in consulting

Business development

AI/ML expertise

Consulting experience

Education

PhD, MBA, or equivalent advanced degree

Job description

PharmaACE is a growing Global Healthcare Consulting Firm headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey. Our expert teams of Business Analysts, based across the US, Canada, Europe, and India, provide Analytics and Business Solutions using our worldwide delivery models for a wide range of clients. Our clients include established, multinational BioPharma leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurial firms on the cutting-edge of science. We have deep expertise in Forecasting, Business Analytics, Competitive Intelligence, Sales Analytics, and the Analytics Centre of Excellence Model. Our wealth of therapeutic area experience cuts across Oncology, Immuno-science, CNS, CV‑Met, and Rare Diseases. We support our clients' needs in Primary Care, Specialty Care, and Hospital business units. We have managed Biologics, Branded Pharmaceuticals, Generics, APIs, Diagnostics, and Packaging & Delivery Systems portfolios.

Job Description

Are you a master strategist who can translate the bleeding edge of AI into tangible, competitive advantages for life sciences leaders? Do you thrive on building a business that helps clients harness the power of artificial intelligence to accelerate drug development, optimize commercial success, and unlock new frontiers of patient care? If you are a distinguished leader in the Artificial Intelligence space with a deep understanding of the forces shaping global healthcare, this is a career-defining role. If you're ready to lead a groundbreaking new practice at a fast-growing global consulting firm, PharmaACE is calling your name.

As the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Practice Lead, you will be the founder and chief architect of a practice vertical designed to guide clients through the high-stakes, rapidly evolving landscape of AI in healthcare. You will have the autonomy to build a world-class team, forge relationships with key industry stakeholders, and deliver strategic counsel that directly impacts pharmaceutical innovation and competitive edge.

Your mission is to create a consulting practice that provides unparalleled foresight and strategy, translating future-focused AI capabilities into actionable, high-impact applications for our clients.

Why Join PharmaACE?

• Rocket-Fueled Career Growth : Fast-track leadership in a high-growth firm, with unparalleled opportunities to shape the future of life sciences consulting.
• Limitless Earning Potential : Earn a competitive base salary + yearly bonus + uncapped commissions tied to your business development wins.
• Global Impact, Entrepreneurial Culture : Collaborate with a diverse, elite team across the U.S., Europe, and Asia in a dynamic environment that rewards innovation and excellence.
• Trusted Partnerships : Join a firm with a 100% repeat business rate, where you’ll build long-term relationships with top biopharma leaders.
• Cutting-Edge Innovation : Lead the charge in deploying AI-driven tools and analytics that redefine R&D strategy, operations and outcomes.

Ready to Redefine AI Consulting?

If you’re a bold, entrepreneurial leader ready to build a legacy in life sciences consulting, this is your moment. Join PharmaACE as our AI Consulting Practice Lead and shape the future of pharmaceutical innovation. Apply now to ignite your career and drive transformative impact!

Qualifications

• Proven Expertise: 10+ years in top-tier consulting (e.g., McKinsey, BCG, Bain) or leadership roles in life sciences consulting, with deep expertise in R&D analytics, strategy, and/or data science.
• Leadership Prowess: 5+ years leading teams in a professional services environment, with a track record of building high-impact practices.
• Business Development Acumen: Demonstrated success in forging executive-level client relationships and driving multimillion-dollar revenue growth.
• Deep Functional Expertise: Fluency in the intricacies of AI/ML models, generative AI, agentic workflows, and their practical application to pharmaceutical challenges (e.g., target identification, patient stratification, marketing mix modeling, etc.).
• Industry Network: Strong connections in pharma, biotech, or healthcare analytics, with a pulse on R&D trends and challenges.
• Advanced Credentials: PhD, MBA, or equivalent advanced degree strongly preferred.
• Entrepreneurial Mindset: A builder’s mentality, energized by creating something new, solving complex problems, and delivering transformative impact.
• Global Mobility: Willingness to travel and work onsite with clients as needed.

Responsibilities

• Build an Elite Practice: Recruit, develop, and lead a high-caliber team of consultants, data scientists, and AI specialists with deep expertise in machine learning, generative AI, and life sciences. Foster a culture of strategic innovation, analytical rigor, and unwavering client impact.
• Spearhead Business Growth: Own the practice's P&L. Drive aggressive growth by generating new business with our established client base and securing new opportunities in the market. Your success will be directly and generously rewarded through an uncapped commission structure.
• Master AI Strategy & Application: Serve as the lead strategist for clients on all facets of AI, from R&D acceleration and clinical trial optimization to commercial launch strategies & omnichannel marketing, and beyond.
• Translate Vision into Value: Develop actionable roadmaps turning business challenges into solutions by unlocking and accelerating value-generation. Guide clients in leveraging advanced machine learning, predictive models, and agentic AI to solve their most complex challenges and create a true competitive edge.
• Champion Thought Leadership: Stay ahead of industry trends in AI, publishing insights and presenting at conferences to position PharmaACE as the go-to leader in applied AI for the life sciences.
• Foster a Culture of Excellence: Mentor and inspire a diverse, global team, fostering innovation, collaboration, and unparalleled client service.