EVERSANA · Chicago, IL

Senior Consultant (Life Sciences) at EVERSANA — Chicago, IL

Full-timeChicago, IL$155,000–$171,000/yearPosted 2026-07-22Apply on SmartRecruiters
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EVERSANA MANAGEMENT CONSULTING (EMC) is the strategic advisory arm of EVERSANA. We combine deep industry and functional area knowledge with specialized expertise in market assessment, analytics, and strategy development. Our global experts help industry executives address their most pressing business challenges.

We offer strategic solutions across a range of innovative therapy areas — driven by our areas of practice in: Brand Strategy/Marketing, Launch/Complete Commercialization, Product Innovation, Corporate Strategy and Business Development, Pricing & Market Access, and Strategic Data Analytics Coordination — providing a diverse range of project experiences, led by experts in their fields.

Senior Consultants play an important role in researching and developing client recommendations as part of project teams; primary responsibilities for the position include the following:

  • Leading targeted secondary research (e.g., desk research, secondary data analysis) and primary research (e.g., interviews with key opinion leaders / insurance payers) with little to no oversight
  • Synthesizing research insights to develop logical and effective client-ready recommendations
  • Independently running work streams and/or entire projects, handling day-to-day client-facing responsibilities, and ensuring deliverable deadlines are met
  • Working closely with senior team members to present findings to clients and assist with business development opportunities
  • Developing high-quality client communications and deliverables (e.g., PowerPoint slides, Excel models)
  • Communicating verbal and written information in logical, clear, and concise fashion
  • Contributing to the development of the firm’s capabilities and infrastructure, leveraging knowledge and expertise in specific disease areas or project types
  • Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias.
  • All other duties as assigned.

PEOPLE LEADER

People leaders must possess both the skills to effectively accomplish these tasks and the emotional intelligence to do so in alignment with our cultural values. In addition to the critical management and leadership tasks listed above, this role also includes the following unique responsibilities:

  • Working closely with junior team members not only to ensure project delivery goals are met, but also to train staff on best practices and guide professional development
  • Supporting the development of a high-performance culture by being a role model for junior staff
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree required
  • Experience and/or Training:
  • At least 3 years of experience at a life science consultancy, with experience running projects and handling consultant-level responsibilities
  • A strong passion for—and understanding of dynamics and issues in—the pharma and biotech industries
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to communicate verbal and written information in logical, clear, and concise fashion
  • Technology/Equipment: proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Education: Advanced degree from a top-tier institution with a relevant concentration (e.g., business, economics, life sciences, engineering) and strong academic record
  • Technology/Equipment:
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

EXPECTATIONS OF THE JOB:

  • Travel: Some travel may be required for meeting with clients, stakeholders, or off-site personnel/management
  • Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week. Overtime and/or weekend/evening hours may be required to meet project deadlines.

OUR CULTURAL BELIEFS

EVERSANA is committed to providing competitive salaries and benefits for all employees. The anticipated base salary range for this position is $155,000 to $171,000 and is not applicable to locations outside of the U.S. The base salary range represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position. Compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, other job-related qualifications/skills, and geographic location (to account for comparative cost of living). EVERSANA reserves the right to modify this base salary range at any time.

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