Associate Director – Life Sciences Advisory – Medical Affairs/Real World Evidence

Guidehouse

Associate Director in Life Sciences Advisory managing medical affairs strategy and RWE projects at Guidehouse. Leading teams and delivering innovative solutions to pharmaceutical and biotech clients across the U.S.

Posted 6/14/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $135,000 - $225,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead projects focused on medical affairs strategy, integrated evidence planning, real-world evidence study design and execution, and AI-enabled analytics approaches.
Develop solutions for evidence generation, real-world data utilization, and omnichannel scientific communications.
Contribute to annual revenue targets through successful project delivery and upselling RWE/digital health solutions.
Ensure deliverables meet client expectations of scientific rigor and regulatory standards.
Advise clients on leveraging AI for predictive analytics, medical content automation, and stakeholder engagement.
Contribute to Guidehouse thought leadership through white papers and presentations on digital transformation in medical affairs.
Support proposal development and client pitches emphasizing digital health and AI capabilities.
Identify opportunities for expanding Guidehouse’s footprint in tech-enabled medical affairs solutions.
Mentor junior consultants and foster a collaborative environment aligned with Guidehouse’s RI²SE values.
Associate Directors are responsible for managing projects from cultivation to completion. In this role, you will lead the activities of the designated project team and support the day-to-day management of the client relationship. You will effectively develop and manage work plans, staffing, deadlines and budgets and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Your work products are high quality and client-ready. In this visible role, you’ll lead team meetings and guide, manage, and coach staff consultants, providing constructive feedback on their project participation and overall career development. You will also collaborate with Directors and Managing Directors, keeping them abreast of project progress and important developments. You will also take part in sales initiatives and practice development.

Requirements

What you’ll need

BA/BS degree in Science, Biomedical Engineering, Healthcare, Business or related course of study
6+ years of experience in medical affairs and RWE within pharma, biotech, or consulting
Strong understanding of the pharmaceutical industry, including drug development, global regulatory requirements, and compliance frameworks
Proven experience with real-world data sources, digital health platforms, and AI analytics
The ability to analyze complex information, identify key issues, and develop effective strategies
Excellent written and oral communication skills to convey strategic recommendations to various stakeholders, including senior management
3+ years of experience leading project engagements which includes planning, scoping, budget development, management and resource allocation, and managing multiple or more complex projects within scope, timeline and budget
3+ years of formal management of team performance to achieve project goals and exceed client expectations
Must be willing and able to travel to client sites across the US, up to 30% of the time
Demonstrated success formally supervising, coaching and mentoring junior level staff including ownership and guidance of their career development
Must be collaborative and a team player
Authorized/eligible to work for any US employer without sponsorship.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend

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Hard Skills & Tools

medical affairs strategyreal-world evidence study designAI-enabled analyticsevidence generationreal-world data utilizationdigital health solutionspredictive analyticsmedical content automationproject managementbudget development

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationcollaborationmentoringstrategic thinkinganalytical skillsclient relationship managementteam performance managementconstructive feedbackproblem-solving