Modeling & Simulation Portfolio Lead

Certara; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Certara seeks a Portfolio Account Manager (PAM) for Modeling & Simulation to lead portfolio strategy and business development in the AMER region. You will build go-to-market plans, coordinate PAMs, and collaborate with GADs, EAMs, ISRs, and Renewal teams to expand client adoption of M&S solutions.

The role requires an advanced degree in life sciences or related field with 3–5 years in consulting, sales, or biopharma science, plus strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in life sciences or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in consulting, sales, or biopharma science is a plus.
• Strong understanding of drug discovery and development processes.
• Proven success in solution selling within pharma/biotech industries is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead portfolio strategy and business development for M&S solutions in assigned accounts/territory.
• Build and execute go-to-market strategies to scale M&S in AMER.
• Build and manage a team of PAMs and coordinate with cross-functional teams.
• Partner with Global Account Directors, Enterprise Account Managers, Inside Sales, and Renewal teams to expand client adoption.
• Serve as subject matter expert and pursuit leader for M&S opportunities.
• Develop strong executive and scientific client relationships.

Skills

Portfolio management

Strategic planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Client engagement

Communication

Travel willingness

Education

MS/PhD in life sciences

Job description

Certara seeks a Portfolio Account Manager (PAM) for Modeling & Simulation to lead portfolio strategy and business development in the AMER region. You will build go-to-market plans, coordinate PAMs, and collaborate with GADs, EAMs, ISRs, and Renewal teams to expand client adoption of M&S solutions.

The role requires an advanced degree in life sciences or related field with 3–5 years in consulting, sales, or biopharma science, plus strong communication and relationship-building skills.