Appian Corporation

Senior Solutions Consultant - Life Sciences

Appian Corporation$125K — $250K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Deep expertise in Life Sciences business processes like Clinical Development and Regulatory Affairs.
  • Experience in digital transformation initiatives within pharmaceutical and biotech sectors.
  • Understanding of GxP environments and FDA regulations, including 21 CFR Part 11.
  • Background in enterprise software sales or client-facing technology advisory roles.
  • Strong problem-solving skills for innovative solutions in Life Sciences challenges.
  • Technical knowledge to address functional and technical elements of proposals.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, specifically in customer engagement.

Responsibilities

  • Support pharma, biotech, medtech, and CRO clients as a senior Solutions Consultant.
  • Communicate the value of Appian's technology through strategic storytelling and solutioning.
  • Collaborate with customers to understand and enhance their business processes.
  • Analyze requirements and technical information for RFIs/RFPs.
  • Engage in discussions with internal product teams on technical matters.
  • Proactively address complex challenges within the Life Sciences sector.
  • Assist in crafting solutions that align with customer needs and objectives.

Benefits

  • Generous 401(k) plan with company match.
  • Flexible time off and paid parental leave.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans.
  • Life and disability insurance offerings.
  • Access to wellness programs and flexible spending accounts.
  • Tuition reimbursement and ongoing education opportunities.
  • Employee referral bonus program and community involvement initiatives.
Full Job Description
SC 2.0 is the engine powering our vision. Appian's Solutions Consulting team is in the midst of an exciting transformation-redefining what it means to be a trusted advisor in today's fast-paced, mission-driven environment. Our SCs don't just demo features-they tell stories, co-create with customers, and help shape strategy with technical credibility and business insight. Read More About SC 2.0 Here You can listen to our Global SC leader, Gregg Aldana discuss SC 2.0 here Appian's Game Changing Solutions Consulting Team - Do you enjoy solutioning with an award winning technology? Do you like working alongside the smartest and most creative people in the tech industry? Ready to take your career to the next level and have a tremendous amount of fun in the process? Come and join one of the most exciting, energetic and emerging areas of Appian that is poised to fuel the next stage of growth of this ambitious company and your career: Solutions Consulting. The Global Solutions Consulting organization at Appian is a team like no other out there. We are self-starters that are passionate about our mission and are redefining what it means to work in the Pre-Sales or Sale Engineering profession. Whether you are a seasoned veteran of Solution Consulting for many years or looking to pursue a new career in this area, this is THE TEAM.....THE COMPANY and THE MOVEMENT you want to be a part of. Appian Solution Consulting starts with the "Why" behind the mission critical solutions that are driving success for our customers. Through a combination of creative persona-based storytelling, technical solutioning, and business consulting, Appian's Solution Consultants are the driving force behind helping customers understand the business value that Appian's technology can provide during the sales cycle and beyond. Appian's Solution Consultants are the trusted advisors for customers, partners, sales, product, marketing and the company's leadership. Join this exciting team today to begin fueling your career! In this role, you will be a senior Solutions Consultant supporting pharma, biotech, medtech, and CRO clients. While you do not need to be a scientist, you should understand how Life Sciences organizations operate. To be successful in this role, you need - Deep and recent expertise in the Life Sciences industry that is demonstrated through knowledge of Life Sciences business processes such as Clinical Development, Quality Management, Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, Manufacturing, and/or Medical Affairs. - Experience supporting digital transformation initiatives within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or contract research organizations. - Understanding of GxP environments, FDA regulations, 21 CFR Part 11, and validated system requirements strongly preferred. - Experience working in an enterprise software sales position OR a client-facing technology advisory role within a Life Sciences institution or ISV (e.g., in transformation, architecture, or strategy). - Technical depth to respond to all functional and technical elements of RFIs/RFPs - Ability to strategically problem-solve by thinking outside-the-box to create innovative solutions that address complex Life Sciences' challenges. - Technical expertise to identify how Appian can fit into the wider organization - Strong verbal and written communication skills; experience with customer interaction, requirements analysis, and presentations - Ability to have technical discussions with Appian's product team. - Familiarity with production environments (application servers, web servers, databases) Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Systems, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field or equivalent experience - 5+ years as a successful Pre-Sales Engineer OR 6+ years in a Professional Services/Consulting role, with a significant focus (3+ years) in the Life Sciences Industry - Up to 70% travel to customer locations throughout the assigned region You may also have: - An advanced degree (MS, MBA, PharmD, MPH, or PhD) - The ability to fluently speak a second language, preferably Portuguese #LI-MB1 The base salary range per provided represents a good faith and reasonable estimate of the range at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's relevant work experience, qualifications, internal peer equity, and market and business conditions that exist when extending an offer. Sales roles may be eligible to participate in a commission plan subject to the terms of the applicable plans and policies. In addition, Appian provides generous benefits offerings that include a 401(k) plan with company match, flexible time off, paid parental leave, medical, dental, and vision plans, life insurance, disability insurance, wellness programs, flexible spending accounts, health savings account contributions, an employee referral bonus program, and learning and development resources. Certain positions may be eligible for equity awards. Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation, commission, bonus, or benefit plans. Base Salary Range $125,000-$250,000 USD Tools and Resources - Training and Development: During onboarding, we focus on equipping new hires with the skills and knowledge for success through department-specific training. Continuous learning is a central focus at Appian, with dedicated mentorship and the First-Friend program being widely utilized resources for new hires. - Growth Opportunities: Appian provides a diverse array of growth and development opportunities, including our leadership program tailored for new and aspiring managers, a comprehensive library of specialized department training through Appian University, skills based training, and tuition reimbursement for those aiming to advance their education. This commitment ensures that employees have access to a holistic range of development opportunities. - Community: We'll immerse you into our community rooted in respect starting on day one. Appian fosters inclusivity through our 8 employee-led affinity groups. These groups help employees build stronger internal and external networks by planning social, educational, and outreach activities to connect with Appianites and larger initiatives throughout the company. Benefits Appian offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and financial future. Benefits may include health coverage, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free mental health support, life and disability insurance, an Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), a retirement/pension plan, wellness dollars, tuition reimbursement, family-forming benefits and more. Benefits vary by country-please ask your Talent Acquisition contact for details specific to the location you are applying to.

About Appian Corporation

MRC II Distribution Company L.P., doing business as MRC, is an American film and television studio. Founded by Mordecai Wiczyk and Asif Satchu, the company funds and produces film and television programming. The company's divisions include MRC Film, MRC Non-Fiction, and MRC Television. In 2018, the company merged with Todd Boehly's media assets under Valence Media, with the company as a whole taking on the MRC name in 2020; this included Dick Clark Productions, audience data firm Luminate,, and the entertainment industry publications Billboard and The Hollywood Reporter. Boehly re-acquired most of these assets in August 2022. The company's most notable productions have included the Netflix series House of Cards and Ozark, and the films Baby Driver, Knives Out, and Ted.
Learn more about Appian Corporation
Size
1,798 employees
Market Cap
$2.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$33.4 million
Founded
1999
5 Year Trend
+22.7%
Revenue
$304.5 million
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