Manager - Digital R&D Operations
Description
& Summary
Contribute to creating a better tomorrow
The only way we can tackle the challenges of this fast-changing world is with passionate people. Led by our purpose of building trust and solving important problems, we come together at PwC to address the biggest issues facing the world in a way that drives positive impact. Are you eager to join a team fueled by open and curious minds, who are passionate about their work and create new solutions for a new day? Then you’re at the right place.
Bring your talent. Learn new skills. Make a positive impact.
PwC Advisory is a network of multiple possibilities - where you want to make an impact is always up to you. With the guidance and support of our Advisory experts, you’ll delve into the inner workings of companies to find the best solutions for any challenge they might have. From the excitement of Deals to the complexities of Consulting and the fascinating realm of risks and threats in Forensics, you’ll help clients build trust and maintain their competitive edge, today and into the future. Now that’s making a difference.
To further expand our footprint in the Health Industry, we’re looking for an enthusiastic manager to join our team.
Your impact
As a Manager, you will support our clients as part of a PwC project team and/or single project assignments. Your main responsibilities will be:
Manage R&D projects to meet with aligned objectives and plans
Appropriately escalate to respective stakeholders (as needed), if critical deviation from the plan or critical risks are found.
Develop an appropriate project timeline of the overall R&D project and/or specific functional area taking into account the strategy and plan of the project
Oversee the project status through tracking milestones and flag up any critical delay for mitigation purposes
Develop and maintain issue / risk management plans including solution plans
Facilitate Lessons & Learned exercise in the team at key stage
Manage, review and challenge the project budget plan (single year budget plan & multiple years of the cost to launch)
Track the project related out-of-pocket expense and manage updates when required
Generate project resource information using IT system
Facilitate and coordinate the core development project planning discussion to make the team move toward project’s goal
About you:
Master’s degree in biomedical sciences, economics, (bio-)engineering, business administration, sciences or comparable by experience
Seven to ten years of experience in Life Science consultancy and/or worked within a pharmaceutical R&D department in the context of drug, medical devices research & development, tech transfer, clinical trial and/or non-clinical development in an international environment
You have a personal network within the Life Science and/or pharmaceutical industry, preferably in operational and R&D departments.
Experience in leading a team throughout optimization projects, combining project management with people management skills
Know-how and interest in trends (Science/Data/Digital) within Life Science & Healthcare industry
You are a team player and combine specialist technical knowledge, strong analytical and problem-solving skills with consulting skills (project management, presentation and communication skills, etc.) while working directly with management and employees on the clients’ premises
Fluent in English, and Dutch and/or French
Flexibility to work in different environments/locations
You are respectful and open to all cultures and backgrounds
Life at PwC Belgium
Our culture and workplace are something we’re proud of. Here’s a sneak peek at some of the benefits you can look forward to:
Flexibility: flexible working hours with Reimagined so you can decide your most effective working pattern
Infinite learning and growing: broad opportunities to learn every day and exciting career pathways that help you explore different disciplines or areas of expertise
Rewards that matter to you: A flexible rewards plan gives you access to a wide range of benefits so you can make the choices that best fit your personal circumstances and lifestyle.
Diversity: We believe that diversity makes PwC stronger. It helps us solve problems and deliver added value to our clients. We encourage an inclusive culture where people can get the best out of themselves.
A sustainable mobility offer: we offer a wide range of sustainable mobility options.
Wellbeing: An extensive health programme that includes access to an online wellbeing platform, yoga and pilates courses, sports communities and mental resilience workshops
International PwC network: broad access to industry expertise, both locally and through our wider global network of member firms
Supporting you in every phase of your life with our family friendly work schemes
Education
Degrees/Field of Study required:Degrees/Field of Study preferred:
Certifications
Required Skills
Analytical Thinking, Communication, Consulting, Group Problem Solving, Leading Project Teams, Life Science, People Management, Pharmaceutical Industry, Project Management, Project Planning, Research and Development Operations, Research Development, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management
Optional Skills
Desired Languages
Travel Requirements
Not Specified
Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
Yes
Government Clearance Required?
No
Job Posting End Date
