Hybrid Life Sciences Strategy Consultant (PhD)

BGBx; Washington; Hybrid; USD 118,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Generous PTO

Wellness benefits

Life insurance

Learning & development

Job summary

BGBx, a leading biotech strategy consultancy, seeks a PhD-level candidate to join its Kx team in a hybrid U.S. office. You’ll mentor associates, manage research engagements, and deliver strategic recommendations by integrating clinical and commercial insights for pharmaceutical clients.

You’ll develop research-driven analyses, present findings to executives, and collaborate across teams to drive impact. A mentorship-driven environment supports rapid professional growth with real client impact.

Qualifications

• PhD (or expected completion prior to start date), MD, PharmD, MBA, or BA/BS/MS degree with 1–3 years of experience in life sciences strategy consulting or the biopharmaceutical industry.
• Ability to synthesize complex scientific or business information and draw accurate, logical conclusions through research and data analysis.
• Demonstrated experience leading research projects, cross-functional initiatives, or small teams in academic or professional settings.
• Demonstrated experience presenting complex concepts and findings to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor, collaborate with, and support colleagues in a team-oriented environment.
• Creative, “big picture” thinking while maintaining keen attention to detail.
• Intellectual curiosity, adaptability, and a strong interest in applying scientific expertise to strategic business challenges in the life sciences industry.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and coach small teams of Associate Consultants.
• Act as a direct resource for clients by facilitating and leading parts of client meetings.
• Apply qualitative and quantitative analytical techniques to distill research into actionable recommendations.
• Develop clinical and commercial assessments from research insights.
• Monitor clinical, regulatory, and competitive landscapes including literature and conferences.
• Develop clear client deliverables communicating complex insights to executives.
• Collaborate with project teams with mentorship from experienced consultants and leadership.

Skills

Synthesize information

Lead research projects

Present to audiences

Mentor/coach teammates

Communicate clearly

Education

PhD/MD/PharmD/MBA/BA/BS/MS with 1–3 years life sciences experience

Job description

BGBx, a leading biotech strategy consultancy, seeks a PhD-level candidate to join its Kx team in a hybrid U.S. office. You’ll mentor associates, manage research engagements, and deliver strategic recommendations by integrating clinical and commercial insights for pharmaceutical clients.

You’ll develop research-driven analyses, present findings to executives, and collaborate across teams to drive impact. A mentorship-driven environment supports rapid professional growth with real client impact.