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A life sciences consulting firm is seeking an experienced IT & R&D PMO and Pharmaceutical R&D Specialist to support the execution of prioritized process improvement initiatives within a global R&D organization. This hybrid role blends program and project management with deep subject matter expertise in pharmaceutical research operations and digital systems.
Primary Responsibilities
* Act as PMO for the implementation of R&D process improvement efforts, from quick-win initiatives to complex, multi-phase programs.
* Maintain and manage a comprehensive opportunity list in partnership with key stakeholders, ensuring alignment, prioritization, and progress tracking.
* Lead all stages of implementation including needs assessment, planning, documentation (e.g., URS, functional/technical specifications), stakeholder engagement, system testing, training, and deployment.
* Work collaboratively with internal R&D and IT stakeholders, functional leaders, SMEs, and third-party vendors to ensure successful execution and tangible value delivery.
* Monitor and communicate project status, benefits realization, risks, issues, lessons learned, and implementation outcomes.
* Establish clear ownership, accountability, and execution frameworks for each initiative.
* Support organizational change management and adoption strategies to ensure solutions are fully integrated and embraced across teams.
Strategic and Business Contributions
* Engage with senior stakeholders to articulate the impact of implemented improvements and explore opportunities for extending similar support to other functions.
* Contribute to business case development and highlight outcomes to help secure future investment in continuous improvement programs.
* Participate in internal planning to identify adjacent areas for optimization and support proposal development for future initiatives.
* Develop final reports and deliverables to ensure sustainability, knowledge transfer, and long-term operational benefits.
Required Qualifications
* Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Biological Sciences, or a related discipline with strong relevance to pharma R&D.
* Minimum of 10 years of professional experience within the life sciences sector, with at least 7 years directly supporting pharmaceutical R&D environments.
* At least 5 years leading or supporting cross-functional process improvement or digital transformation projects involving IT, laboratory operations, and third-party vendors.
* Demonstrated success in delivering process improvement engagements, including alignment with strategy, execution, and value realization.
* Deep understanding of pharmaceutical R&D lab operations and enabling technologies (e.g., LIMS, ELNs, lab instrumentation, data systems), ideally with exposure to lab automation.
* Experience managing full-cycle implementation efforts in regulated settings.
* Lean Six Sigma certification required (Black Belt preferred).
* Familiarity with agile methodologies and tools such as Jira or Confluence.
* Strong interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management capabilities.
* Proactive, self-directed professional able to manage competing priorities and drive results.
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience supporting major global pharmaceutical or biotech organizations.
* Knowledge of emerging R&D technologies and “Lab of the Future” initiatives.
* Background in consulting, digital transformation, or business analysis within life sciences.
Why This Role?
* High-impact consulting opportunity with a leading global R&D organization.
* Direct influence on both scientific and digital transformation initiatives.
* Collaborative, purpose-driven team environment.
* Long-term engagement with flexibility and professional growth potential.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Contract
Job function
* Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
* Industries
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and Biotechnology Research
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