Pointe Advisory

Associate Consultant, Life Sciences

Pointe Advisory

full-time

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Origin:  • 🇺🇸 United States • Virginia

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About the role

  • ABOUT US: Pointe Advisory (Pointe) is a leader in evidence-based strategic advisory, fueling our clients' decisions with unparalleled insight and incisive advice for rapidly evolving markets. THE OPPORTUNITY: Pointe Health is looking for Associate Consultants to join our growing firm. At Pointe, expectations for our Associate Consultants are high but empowering. You will be part of a team with direct access to Pointe’s partners and key client decision-makers. Your ideas will be heard, and your thoughts valued as we help clients grow and drive strategic advantage. You will be a key contributor on client engagements and project deliverables. Quite simply, you will get the developmental benefits of big firm clients with the high touch of a boutique culture. This role differs from our Industrials and Professional Services Associate Consultant roles in its focus. Associate Consultants in Life Sciences will be staffed full-time on Pointe Health client engagements. WHAT YOU'LL DO: Support development of global pharmaceutical/biotech KOL network to conduct original research Conduct original primary research with clinical trial sites to better understand development timelines and to inform strategic decisions Conduct secondary research and analysis of breaking press releases, news, publications, and industry events to support original insight into market dynamics Contribute to continued improvement of products and services Attend and support coverage of global industry conferences Attend and support coverage of earnings calls, investor conferences, and webinars Develop relationships with key client maps and add measurable value to our client relationships Positively contribute to the dynamic, high-achieving atmosphere of the firm Travel domestically and/or internationally to support coverage of global industry conferences. WHAT MAKES POINTE A GREAT PLACE TO WORK: Since our founding in 2000, Pointe has unapologetically anchored its strategy on a simple but ambitious mantra: Great People, Great Clients, Great Work. By evaluating decisions in the context of this framework, we have thoughtfully built a firm culture characterized by achievement and humility. We hire great people that are zealous in their commitment to their team members’ success. This creates a unique and inspired team environment where you can be pushed professionally and personally to be the best version of yourself. Our great clients view us as thought partners and provide opportunities to elevate our and their thinking. This combination of factors ensures we consistently deliver great work.

Requirements

  • BA or BS required with focus on biology, biochemistry, biotechnology and/or life sciences with a clear track record of academic excellence (minimum 3.5 GPA); Advanced degree welcomed but not required Prior experience (including internship experience) in research, consulting, pharmaceuticals, or similar experience preferred Working knowledge of drug development and commercialization lifecycle Aptitude for networking, primary research, and secondary research Well-honed business acumen and analytical skills Desire to learn and demonstrated ability to master new subject areas quickly Strong communication, technical writing, and critical thinking skills Strong work ethic, dedicated, organized, detail-oriented, and accountable Time management and multitasking abilities to succeed in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment Advanced skillset in Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint and Excel Foreign language capabilities are a plus