Management Consulting Senior Associate, Life Sciences Advisory

RSM•North Hills, NC

About The Position

As a Senior Associate in RSM’s Management Consulting Life Sciences practice, you will contribute to a growing, entrepreneurial group serving pharmaceutical and biotechnology clients. You will help solve complex business problems across the value chain by identifying client challenges and using data to develop strategic and operational solutions. The role combines the resources and cross-functional support of a large middle-market firm with a lean environment where your ideas and experience can help shape client services and delivery approaches. The position focuses on Gross-to-Net (GTN) revenue analytics, government pricing analytics, contract and channel valuation, compliance assessments, pricing methodology, market access, and Fair Market Value analysis. You will use data analytics and financial modeling to support compliant client programs, pricing strategies, and reporting, while building relationships with client employees, executives, and engagement teams. Travel of 25–50% or more is required. The stated compensation range is $94,400–$178,800. Individuals selected for the role are eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance. RSM describes its benefits and compensation package as competitive and notes that schedule flexibility is offered to help balance life’s demands while serving clients.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
At least 2 years of professional consulting experience or relevant industry experience.
Strong critical-thinking skills and ability to solve complex business problems through fact gathering, business process mapping, and data analysis.
Ability to deal effectively with ambiguity.
Excellent verbal and written communication, project management, and organizational skills.
Client service and relationship-building skills.
Team-oriented, detail-focused, and able to demonstrate problem-solving skills.
Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment.
Willingness and ability to travel 25–50% or more.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Engineering (biomedical, mechanical, computer, chemical, or industrial), Supply Chain, Economics, or a science-related field.
Consulting presence and ability to communicate with people in executive-level roles.
Biopharma or life sciences industry experience.

Responsibilities

Execute consulting engagements for pharmaceutical and biotechnology clients involving GTN revenue analytics, government pricing analytics, contract and channel valuation and analysis, compliance assessments, government program and pricing operational compliance, pricing methodology development and documentation, and Fair Market Value analysis.
Support Gross-to-Net and Government Pricing services, including go-to-market responsibilities for related services and offerings.
Identify gaps in Managed Markets, Finance, and Medical Affairs functions relative to industry best practices, statutory requirements, and strategic initiatives.
Implement market access and pricing strategies.
Deliver price modeling for government price points, including Average Manufacturer Price, Best Price, Unit Rebate Amount, Average Sales Price, and non-Federal Average Manufacturer Price, and analyze impacts on commercial, government, and distribution contracts.
Help clients operationalize compliant government and commercial programs, focusing on pricing development, utilization management, and price reporting.
Advise clients on compliance with price transparency reporting programs.
Use data analytics, financial modeling, and analysis to evaluate client financial data.
Communicate effectively with engagement teams, client employees, and C-suite stakeholders to maintain strong client relationships.