Life Sciences R&D Strategy & AI Transformation Lead

1000 Accenture LLP Company; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 87,000 - 253,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture is seeking a Manager to lead R&D strategy initiatives in the US, focusing on AI-enabled transformation across the biopharma value chain. You will own end-to-end strategy workstreams, engage with R&D leaders, support business development, and contribute to practice growth.

You will collaborate with global teams to build capabilities, shape roadmaps, and drive client impact while mentoring junior colleagues and expanding client relationships.

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in Life Sciences R&D with top-tier consulting or biopharma experience.
• Proven track record leading strategy work with measurable outcomes.
• Experience translating AI, data, digital tech into R&D strategy.
• Experience supporting business development and client relationship building.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex R&D strategy workstreams from problem framing through delivery with measurable client impact.
• Advise clients on R&D transformation priorities including strategy, portfolio management, AI integration, and operating models.
• Develop and present strategic recommendations, transformation roadmaps, and reinvention narratives to senior stakeholders.
• Mentor junior colleagues and contribute to performance management and recruiting.
• Partner with Accenture’s global teams to evolve the R&D Strategy practice and go-to-market strategy.

Skills

R&D expert

Strategic problem solver

Communication skills

Agile

Leadership

Business development

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Accenture is seeking a Manager to lead R&D strategy initiatives in the US, focusing on AI-enabled transformation across the biopharma value chain. You will own end-to-end strategy workstreams, engage with R&D leaders, support business development, and contribute to practice growth.

You will collaborate with global teams to build capabilities, shape roadmaps, and drive client impact while mentoring junior colleagues and expanding client relationships.