We are looking for candidates who combine strong research credentials with the agility to transition into a consulting and analytics environment. The ideal profile is one of the following, in order of preference:
1. Research/Academia + Industry Experience
Candidates who have built a strong foundation in life sciences research through postdoctoral work, national research institutes, or internationally recognised academic institutions and have subsequently applied that expertise in an industry setting. This combination of scientific rigour and real-world execution is highly valued.
2. Deep Research Background with Willingness to Transition into Industry
Candidates coming directly from research or academic environments are strongly encouraged to apply, provided they demonstrate a genuine willingness to move into industry and critically, to learn,
unlearn and re-learn as situations require it. Consulting and decision-science environments require a different operating model from academia: faster cycles, stakeholder-driven outputs, and applied impact over theoretical depth. We value intellectual curiosity and adaptability over prior industry tenure.
In both cases, we welcome applications from candidates with backgrounds at globally recognised research institutions including but not limited to Indian institutes such as CSIR, NCBS, TIFR, IISc, and IITs, as well as internationally renowned universities and research centres worldwide. Publication record, research leadership, and scientific rigour are weighted equally to industry experience.
Role Overview
Our client – one of the largest data science companies – is seeking to hire a
Functional Consultant – Life Sciences
with 6–10 years of experience in life sciences research from academia, research institutes, or industry. Postdoctoral