Scientific Consultant CV-Library Scientific Consultant

Scienceabode; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading scientific consultancy in Manchester is seeking a Scientific Consultant to shape influential scientific conversations within healthcare. The role involves collaborating with clients and stakeholders, leading meetings, and developing scientific content. Applicants should have a degree or PhD in a related field and strong client-facing skills. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for flexible working, either fully remote or hybrid from the South Manchester office.

Benefits

Flexible working options

International travel opportunities

Full training provided

Qualifications

• Degree or PhD in a related field.
• 5+ years industry experience preferred.
• Experience in a client-facing role.

Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate client meetings.
• Develop high-quality scientific content.
• Manage projects with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Client-facing experience

Strong communication skills

Relationship-building skills

Analytical mindset

Proactive approach

Education

Degree or PhD in a biological or medical discipline

Job description

Scientific Consultant

Are you passionate about shaping meaningful scientific conversations and influencing healthcare decision-making? We’re looking for a Scientific Consultant to join a growing project delivery team within an innovative scientific consultancy. This role is ideal for someone with a strong scientific or medical background who thrives in a strategic, consultative environment and excels at clear, impactful communication.

You’ll work across a broad range of therapy areas and collaborate closely with clients, healthcare professionals, patients, and other stakeholders. Adaptability, emotional intelligence, and strong relationship-building skills are essential. You will also play a key role in guiding global experts through a structured consultancy process using a combination of specialist training and proprietary software.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and facilitate client calls and meetings
• Consult with clients to develop high-quality scientific content
• Build and nurture strong, trusted client relationships
• Manage and coordinate projects with internal cross-functional teams
• Moderate in-person and virtual advisory events
• Take high-quality live notes and deliver clear, concise reports
• Support business development initiatives and proposal development
• Explore client objectives and recommend optimal advisory event design
• Guide expert groups through structured scientific discussions and decision-making frameworks

What We’re Looking For

Essential

• Degree or PhD in a biological or medical discipline
• Experience in a client- or customer-facing role
• Confident, articulate communicator (written and verbal)
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills
• Strategic, analytical, and consultative mindset
• Collaborative team player with a supportive approach
• Proactive, dynamic, and performance-driven
• Naturally inquisitive—someone who asks insightful scientific questions

Desirable

• 5+ years of industry or commercial experience (e.g., pharma, biotech, medical communications)
• Experience running or supporting advisory boards
• Higher degree (e.g., PhD)
• Familiarity with medical affairs, market access, or clinical development environments

Why Join Us?

• Play a pivotal role in shaping scientific debate that informs global healthcare decisions
• Work with international experts across diverse therapy areas
• Be part of a supportive, agile, collaborative team culture
• Benefit from flexible working: fully remote or hybrid from a South Manchester office
• Opportunities to travel internationally for in-person scientific meetings
• Receive full training in a unique consultancy model and proprietary software
• Join an innovative and fast-growing organisation with established partnerships across top pharmaceutical companies

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£70000 – £90000/annum

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