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Is ZS recruiting? I'm soon-to-be CTLed at MBB (consultant level) and interested in staying in LS consulting. So considering ZS as an option, but don't know 1) what level I can aim (MD/PhD back… more

How much case prep should one do interviewing as an experienced hire?

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Mck vs BCG, is one significantly stronger in life sciences than the other? Which would you choose at the BA/Assoc level (UG/Masters campus hire)? Given that both offices do lots of life sci work. Appr… more

Hi All - anyone have any experience with Veeva case interviews for their Business Consulting segment (Commercial Strategy and/or R&D)? - this is for a US role!

What's the typical management level total comp in this bowl? Thinking associate principal/principal types in the US.

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Hi! I am applying for a Director level position at Merck and just met with the hiring manager for 15 min. She is scheduling a panel interview for tomorrow with folks on her team, as well as her manage… more

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I have a first round interview with Blue Matter on Friday. Any advice on how to prepare what to expect? Its for an associate consultant position in the market access team.

Considering a jump to Putnam at the Consultant level. Can someone please confirm base comp is £80k-£85k, and provide insights on bonuses? Also, any insights on type of work, culture, WLB, and exit opp… more

Has anyone interviewed at Blue Matter? Any insights?

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Is it bad to apply to 2 different open positions in the same company?

Anyone here not getting tomorrow off? How come?

Is ClearView struggling to retain talent right now? Heard of a lot of tenured ClearView folks reaching out

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what is the typical comp for a director at Regeneron? Would $250k base, 25% bonus and $50k vesting over 3 years be reasonable to ask? how about sign on bonus - would $50k be a fair ask?

What are the best qualities a client can have, in your experience?

I applied for the analyst role at IQVIA , and got sent a video interview to complete. If you have completed this and have any tips of nailing it i would really appreciate it . thank you !

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Anyone here from EY life sciences who can provide insights about the team, work culture etc ? I saw an opening for EM -Strategy, Health and life sciences . I would also be grateful if someone can reco… more

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Anybody who exited to biotech VC (5AM, Frazier, Atlas, etc) willing to offer a referral / point me toward any open Associate positions they know? Phd background

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Can anyone shine any light on exit ops for consultants focused on commercialization, product launch, trade & channel? All of the big pharma clients I work with seem to be miserable in their roles,… more

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Does product management exist in pharma? How does it differ vs. other product roles in other industries?

Hello I am a premed student heading into Junior year. I am science major who's done mostly premed activities and am currently studying for the MCAT. However, next summer I want to try something differen… more

Has anyone interviewed with LifeSci Consulting? What is the process like?

Hello everyone,

I’m seeking some advice. I’m currently pursuing my MHA and will be graduating this December. With over four years of professional experience and holding a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (as well as Gree… more

Do pharmacos/biotechs allow you to work full-time for them while you also do side/freelancing consulting work?

Got a potential offer for a full-time role at an org, but I've been helping 2 start-up… more

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How many more bonuses til you're out?

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Has anyone interviewed with LSC (LifeSciences Consultants)? Do you have any insights?

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Hello everyone! What is the average payscale for an associate dirrector/associate principal at IQVIA UAE?

I was reading up on job hunting strategy and came across this idea of going for jobs that are usually considered "less desirable" for those in your line of work. What do you think of this? Do you have any ideas for "less desirable" exits or moves to make? And don't say janitor.

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What is the salary range for director level positions in pharma/biotech?

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Hi! Could anyone refer me to a role at Pfizer?

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What are realistic exit ops for advanced degree with 2 YOE in life science consulting?

Hi folks, I need some help deciding which option to pick as a first LS consulting job

smaller LS boutique firm, good WLB, in NYC
bigger brand name shop (think of CV, Putnam, ZS, etc.), longer work hours, in BOS
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Hi! Anyone work at Lifesci Consulting or LifeSciences Consultants? Looking to learn more about the analyst/consultant roles and potentially get a referral

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Hi! Anyone work at Ambit or Blue Matter? Looking to learn more about the analyst/consultant roles and potentially get a referral

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Anyone else here trying to come back from getting laid off? What are you doing in the meantime, aside from sending out applications?

Need your thoughts/suggestion : after 6+ years in MBB consulting, I feel like I should move to an industry. While I have worked in so many industries (Tech, Data/AI focused), I have got an offer from a phar… more

Have you ever taken a pay cut for another role? What was your reasoning, and did it work out for you?

I have a manager role for Commercial Launch Excellence, based out of Princeton 3 x a week; deeply embedded in client- great team. Looking to fill ASAP. Message me if interested.

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Thoughts on ZS vs Deloitte for Life Sciences / Health Care? Pros and cons of each firm? How does prestige and exit opps differ?

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Can anyone who has worked at Accenture chime in about this? I often hear negative reviews about them, but sites like Reddit and Fishbowl can often skew negative (understandably so at times) in my experience. How's the work culture there? Have they made any improvements?

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