R&D Strategy Lead — AI-Driven Biopharma Transformation

Accenture; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture's Life Sciences R&D practice helps biopharma organizations transform discovery, early development, and development operations through scientific strategy, data and AI integration, and operational reinvention.

We are seeking a Manager to own end-to-end strategy workstreams, engage with R&D leaders across functions, support business development, and contribute to practice growth through thought leadership and capability building.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Life Sciences R&D
• Strategic problem-solving and communication skills
• Experience working with R&D leadership and clients

Responsibilities

• Lead complex R&D strategy workstreams from framing to delivery with measurable client impact
• Advise clients on R&D transformation priorities, portfolios, and operating models
• Develop and present strategic recommendations and roadmaps to senior stakeholders

Job description

Accenture's Life Sciences R&D practice helps biopharma organizations transform discovery, early development, and development operations through scientific strategy, data and AI integration, and operational reinvention.

We are seeking a Manager to own end-to-end strategy workstreams, engage with R&D leaders across functions, support business development, and contribute to practice growth through thought leadership and capability building.