Principal Consultant- Life Sciences Consulting Medical Affairs - Head - GO/JC/1815/2025

As a Principal Consultant in Cognizant�s Life Sciences Consulting practice, you will lead strategic engagements and capability development in the Medical Affairs domain. You will serve as the SME for Medical Affairs, driving transformation initiatives across medical strategy, scientific engagement, evidence generation, and digital enablement. This role requires deep domain expertise, strong consulting acumen, and a proven ability to deliver high-impact solutions for global Pharmaceutical and Biotech clients.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Leadership & Client EngagementMedical Affairs ExpertiseThought Leadership & Practice DevelopmentDelivery Excellence

Qualifications

• 15
• years of experience in life sciences consulting or Medical Affairs roles, with at least 5 years in a leadership capacity.
• Proven experience in leading Medical Affairs transformation programs across global Pharma or Biotech clients.
• Deep understanding of Medical Affairs functions, including scientific engagement, evidence generation, and medical communications.
• Familiarity with digital health technologies, real-world evidence (RWE), and AI/ML applications in Medical Affairs.
• Advanced degree in life sciences, medicine, or pharmacy (MD, PharmD, PhD preferred)
• MBA is a plus.
  

Skills Required

RolePrincipal Consultant- Life Sciences Consulting Medical Affairs - HeadIndustry TypePharmaceuticalsFunctional AreaRequired Education Bachelor DegreeEmployment TypeFull Time, PermanentKey Skills

• MEDICAL AFFAIRS
• KOL
• MEDICAL SCIENCE LIAISONS
  

Other Information
Job CodeGO/JC/1815/2025Recruiter NameMaheshwari Balasubramanian