Senior Consultant, Advisory (RID00227)

Red Nucleus; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Nucleus is seeking a Senior Consultant, Advisory to partner with pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and healthcare clients. You will drive transformation programs, advise on growth, and apply Change Management expertise to ensure sustainable change across organizations.

You will develop strategies, manage workstreams, and coach junior staff while delivering actionable insights on R&D strategy, market access, and portfolio optimization in a global, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Business, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in management consulting, life sciences strategy roles, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and facilitation skills.
• Understanding of the pharmaceutical and life sciences industries.
• Rigorous attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Visio.
• Ability to work in a global environment with an understanding of cultural differences and work practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain client relationships by understanding business challenges, providing solutions, and supporting ongoing client needs.
• Conduct research, analysis, and project planning activities to support business strategy and client objectives.
• Deliver strategic insights and recommendations that drive business growth, innovation, and operational improvement.
• Analyze market trends, evaluate business models, and support clients in areas including R&D strategy, commercialization, market access, and portfolio optimization.
• Conduct research related to therapeutic areas, regulatory environments, and competitive landscapes.
• Manage workstreams within larger engagements, ensuring quality deliverables and adherence to project timelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and subject matter experts to deliver client solutions.
• Lead portions of client engagements while coaching and supporting junior team members.
• Contribute to thought leadership through white papers, industry reports, and client presentations.
• Stay current on emerging trends across life sciences and healthcare policy.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Global collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Business, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Visio

Job description

Senior Consultant, Advisory

Advisory | Red Nucleus

Are you passionate about helping life sciences organizations solve complex business challenges and deliver meaningful transformation?

We're seeking a Senior Consultant, Advisory to partner with pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and healthcare clients to develop strategies that drive growth, improve operational effectiveness, and support long-term business objectives. In this role, you'll work across strategic initiatives, organizational transformation programs, and business improvement efforts, while leveraging expertise in Organizational Change Management (OCM) to help clients successfully adopt and sustain change.

Experience Level:

3-5 years

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Business, or a related field
• 3-5 years of experience in management consulting, life sciences strategy roles, or a related field
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent communication, presentation, and facilitation skills
• Understanding of the pharmaceutical and life sciences industries
• Rigorous attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a team
• Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Visio
• Ability to work in a global environment with an understanding of cultural differences and work practices

What You'll Do

• Develop and maintain strong client relationships by understanding business challenges, providing solutions, and supporting ongoing client needs
• Conduct research, analysis, and project planning activities to support business strategy and client objectives
• Deliver strategic insights and recommendations that drive business growth, innovation, and operational improvement
• Analyze market trends, evaluate business models, and support clients in areas including R&D strategy, commercialization, market access, and portfolio optimization
• Conduct research related to therapeutic areas, regulatory environments, and competitive landscapes
• Manage workstreams within larger engagements, ensuring quality deliverables and adherence to project timelines
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and subject matter experts to deliver client solutions
• Lead portions of client engagements while coaching and supporting junior team members
• Contribute to thought leadership through white papers, industry reports, and client presentations
• Stay current on emerging trends across life sciences and healthcare policy

Nice to Have

• Advanced degree (MBA, PhD, or MSc)
• Experience delivering complex R&D transformation programs
• Expertise in Organizational Change Management (OCM), including stakeholder engagement, impact assessments, transformation strategy development, and change adoption initiatives
• Experience supporting transformation initiatives across Regulatory Affairs, Clinical Development, Quality, Safety, and broader R&D functions
• Experience designing and implementing new operating models, ways of working, and technology-enabled change programs

Additional Details

• Supervisory responsibility for up to 0-2 direct reports
• Travel requirement of approximately 15-20% or more based on client and business needs

Diversity, equity and inclusion are valued at Red Nucleus and we believe we have a shared responsibility to provide equal opportunity and foster an inclusive spirit. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, caste, sexual orientation, gender, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.