Consultant - PhD Campus Hire

BGBx Consulting

$118K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • PhD, MD, PharmD, MBA, or BA/BS/MS with 1-3 years' experience in life sciences strategy consulting or biopharmaceutical industry.
  • Ability to synthesize complex scientific and business information through research and data analysis.
  • Experience in leading research projects or small teams in academic or professional environments.
  • Proficient in presenting complex findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to mentor and collaborate in a team-oriented setting.
  • Strong attention to detail coupled with creative, big-picture thinking.

Responsibilities

  • Mentor small teams of Associate Consultants, aiding in their professional development.
  • Lead and facilitate client meetings as needed during project engagements.
  • Apply analytical techniques and structured problem-solving to create actionable insights from research.
  • Develop assessments by analyzing insights from various primary and secondary research sources.
  • Monitor clinical, regulatory, and competitive landscapes relevant to client projects.
  • Create client deliverables that present complex scientific insights clearly to executives.
  • Work closely with project teams while receiving guidance from experienced consultants.

Benefits

  • Health care insurance coverage.
  • Retirement plan options.
  • Generous paid time off and holidays.
  • Wellness benefits for employee well-being.
  • Life insurance policies.
  • Learning and development opportunities for career growth.
  • A culture of collaboration, innovation, and inclusion.
Full Job Description
Kx, a BGBx Consulting team, provides strategic support to executives at leading pharmaceutical and medical device companies. Consultants at Kx are critical members of every project team, helping clients solve complex business challenges by applying rigorous analytical thinking, scientific expertise, and structured problem-solving. Consultants support engagements by managing the research and fact-gathering process, analyzing and synthesizing findings, and developing strategic recommendations for clients. This opportunity is designed for graduating PhD candidates interested in applying their research training to strategy consulting. At Kx, you'll work alongside experienced consultants in a collaborative, mentorship-driven environment where you'll quickly develop consulting skills while making meaningful contributions to client engagements from day one. Consultants also serve as coaches and mentors to Associate Consultants, fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment. This position is hybrid in one of our U.S. offices: Washington, D.C., New York City, or Boston. Responsibilities: - Serve as a mentor and coach to small teams of Associate Consultants, supporting their professional development and research execution. - Act as a direct resource for clients throughout engagements by facilitating and leading portions of client meetings, depending on project needs. - Apply qualitative and quantitative analytical techniques, hypothesis-driven thinking, and structured problem-solving to distill complex research into actionable business recommendations. - Develop clinical and commercial assessments by identifying and evaluating insights from primary and secondary research sources. - Monitor and assess clinical, regulatory, and competitive landscapes, including clinical trials, scientific literature, conference presentations, and industry developments. - Develop clear, compelling client deliverables that communicate complex scientific and business insights to executive audiences. - Collaborate closely with project teams while receiving mentorship and support from experienced consultants and firm leadership throughout each engagement. Qualifications: - PhD (or expected completion prior to start date), MD, PharmD, MBA, or BA/BS/MS degree with 1-3 years of experience in life sciences strategy consulting or the biopharmaceutical industry. - Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex scientific or business information and draw accurate, logical conclusions through research and data analysis. - Demonstrated experience leading research projects, cross-functional initiatives, or small teams in academic or professional settings. - Demonstrated experience presenting complex concepts and findings to technical and non-technical audiences. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Demonstrated ability to mentor, collaborate with, and support colleagues in a team-oriented environment. - Creative, "big picture" thinking while maintaining keen attention to detail. - Intellectual curiosity, adaptability, and a strong interest in applying scientific expertise to strategic business challenges in the life sciences industry. Salary range: $118,000 base plus bonus eligible. What We Offer At BGBx, we invest in our people because exceptional talent drives exceptional work. We provide a competitive rewards package designed to support your health, well-being, professional growth, and life outside of work. Our benefits package typically includes health care insurance, retirement plans, generous paid time off and holidays, wellness benefits, life insurance, learning and development opportunities, and other resources that support our employees throughout their careers. Additional benefits may be available based on your location. Beyond benefits, you'll find a culture built on collaboration, innovation, inclusion, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on healthcare and the people it serves.

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