Senior Consultant –Project Manager, Life Sciences, Infosys Consulting

Job description

Senior Consultant – Project Manager, Life Sciences, Infosys Consulting The Role – What You’ll Do You will be part of a dynamic, cross-functional global team delivering strategic consulting engagements for leading Life Sciences organizations. We are seeking Project Managers at Senior Consultant level to support large scale IT and business transformation programs within the Life Sciences domain. The role requires professionals with a solid understanding of IT project management processes, strong communication skills and the ability to engage directly with clients.

Selected candidates will be trained further on domain specific requirements You will manage project delivery, stakeholder engagement, and cross-team collaboration while applying industry best practices and agile methodologies. You will be responsible for ensuring successful outcomes across digital transformation, operational excellence, and regulatory compliance initiatives. Here are some engagements our Life Sciences consultants are working on: Leading digital transformation programs for global pharmaceutical firms to modernize clinical trial operations and improve patient engagement.

Implementing regulatory information management systems to streamline compliance and submission processes. Driving commercial analytics initiatives to optimize product launch strategies and market access. Managing enterprise-wide data governance programs to ensure data integrity across R&D and regulatory functions. Coordinating cross-border teams to deploy AI/ML solutions for drug discovery and pharmacovigilance. Supporting change management and training programs for global rollouts of life sciences platforms (e.g., Veeva, Medidata, Oracle Health Sciences).

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end IT project lifecycle (initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, closure) Establish and drive program governance, status reporting, risk/ issue tracking, and stakeholder communication Directly engage with client leadership and represent the program in governance forums. Facilitate workshops, status meetings, and steering committee updates with senior stakeholders. Manage project documentation, dashboards, and reporting (excel/ PowerPoint) Identify risks and mitigation strategies, ensuring compliance with industry regulations (e.g., GxP, FDA, EMA).

Mentor junior consultants and ensure delivery quality across distributed teams Support business development efforts including proposal creation, client presentations, and solution design. Contribute to internal initiatives such as knowledge management, capability building, and thought leadership.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, or related field; advanced degree preferred. 5+ years of experience in project management within the life sciences industry or consulting. Experience to lead IT projects as project manager in multiple delivery methodologies (e.g. waterfall, agile).

Location

NY, NJ Hands-on experience with project management tools (MS project or equivalent)

• Strong excel and PowerPoint skills for reporting and presentations
• Proven track record of delivering complex programs in pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical device sectors.

Excellent communication, presentation, interpersonal skills, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills. PMP, or Agile certification is a plus. Candidates authorized to work for any employer in the United States without employer-based visa sponsorship are welcome to apply. Infosys is unable to provide immigration sponsorship for this role at this time Preferred Qualifications / Skills Familiarity with clinical trial operations, regulatory submissions, pharmacovigilance, or commercial analytics.

Ability to work across global teams and manage stakeholders in multiple time zones. Strong analytical mindset with experience in data-driven decision-making. Passion for innovation in life sciences and a commitment to improving patient outcomes.

Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Infosys employee you are also eligible for the following benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance Long-term/Short-term Disability Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts Insurance (Accident, Critical Illness , Hospital Indemnity, Legal) 401(k) plan and contributions dependent on salary level Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off

About Us

Infosys Consulting is the global management and technology consulting practice of Infosys, a global leader in technology services and consulting. We combine the power of time-tested methodologies, people-driven innovation and disruptive technology to enable leaders of the world’s top brands pursue a path of smart transformation. Together with our clients, internal and external partners, we co-create and execute pragmatic strategies and solutions that transform organizations and define the future of business.

Our dynamically growing consultancy offers our consultants

• Ability to design and implement end-to-end solutions at scale
• A flat organization structure with direct access to our senior-most leaders
• An entrepreneurial environment full of bright, highly motivated consultants
• Opportunities for motivated consultants to impact local communities
• The ability to design your career and drive your professional learning and development
• A truly global culture EEO Infosys provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.