Data Management & Strategy – Life Sciences Sector – Manager – Consulting – Location OPEN

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

The exceptional EY experience. Its yours to build.

EY focuses on high-ethical standards and integrity among its employees and expects all candidates to demonstrate these qualities.

AI & Data, Life Sciences, Manager, Data Management and Strategy: This position can be anywhere in the country.

The Opportunity

Our team at EY is dedicated to empowering our clients in the Life Science sector with innovative data management strategies and solutions. As a Manager specializing in Data Management and Strategy, you will work closely with clients to develop and implement data strategies that support their scientific and business goals. You will be part of a diverse team that collaborates to solve challenging problems and deliver value in areas such as drug discovery, clinical trials, and patient data analytics. This role requires a passion for learning, staying ahead of industry trends, and the ability to adapt to new ways of working. You will have frequent client interactions and the chance to develop a career path that aligns with your skills and ambitions.

Your Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will be responsible for helping clients design and execute data management strategies that enhance their ability to make data-driven decisions. You will lead teams that develop solutions to unify, enrich, and extract insights from complex data sets within the Life Science sector. Your focus will be on navigating the intricacies of data governance, quality, architecture, and analytics to support modern data science and software engineering initiatives. You will guide and perform technical tasks to ensure that data management solutions are well-engineered, scalable, and aligned with the ongoing business needs of our clients.

As a member of our dynamic team, you will contribute to a culture of innovation, efficiency, and collaboration. You will work with professionals who are passionate about tackling computational challenges and are committed to the ideation of solutions and the pursuit of new business opportunities.

Skills and Attributes for Success

This role demands the ability to deliver technology effectively, innovate at scale, and focus on human-centric solutions. You will provide technical leadership and share knowledge with team members of diverse skills and backgrounds. Delivering quality client services, especially on complex and specialized issues related to emerging technology, is essential. You should demonstrate technical capabilities, professional knowledge, and a proactive approach to learning about EYs service lines and actively applying this knowledge to serve clients.

To Qualify for the Role You Must Have

Bachelor’s degree and 6-10 years of full-time working experience in Data Management, Data Strategy, or related fields.

2-4 years of experience managing technical teams.

At least 2 years of experience in the Life Science domain, developing data management strategies for Life Science challenges.

Strong understanding of data governance, data quality, and data architecture principles.

Experience with data management frameworks and best practices in the Life Science sector.

Extensive experience with project management tools and Agile methodologies for deploying data management solutions.

Knowledge of data lifecycle management, including data collection, storage, processing, and archiving.

Proficiency in data manipulation and analysis tools such as SQL, Python, and business intelligence platforms.

Experience with data governance and stewardship tools.

Clear communication skills to convey findings, recommendations, and opportunities to improve data management systems and strategies.

Experience with data integration and interoperability across diverse systems and platforms.

Willingness to travel to meet client obligations.

Ideally, You’ll Also Have

Masters degree in Data Science, Information Management, Business Administration with a focus on Data Management, or another relevant field.

Experience in leading data management transformation projects within the Life Science sector.

Familiarity with regulatory compliance and data privacy standards relevant to Life Sciences.

What We Look For

An agile, growth-oriented mindset and the ability to work in an agile manner to keep pace with a rapidly changing world.

Curiosity and a purpose-driven approach to finding opportunities rather than seeing challenges.

An inclusive attitude, valuing diverse perspectives, and fostering an environment of safety and trust.

What we offer

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $124,300 to $227,900. The salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $149,200 to $259,000. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options. Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year. Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.

Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.

Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.

Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

EY accepts applications for this position on an on-going basis.  If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.

Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate.

Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.

For those living in California, please click here  for additional information.

EY is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law.  

EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please call 1-800-EY-HELP3, select Option 2 for candidate related inquiries, then select Option 1 for candidate queries and finally select Option 2 for candidates with an inquiry which will route you to EY’s Talent Shared Services Team (TSS) or email the TSS at ssc.customersupport@ey.com