This role involves gathering and analyzing information, formulating hypotheses, and developing recommendations in a consulting environment. You will work in teams of 2 to 5 consultants, actively engaging with clients and presenting results. The position emphasizes leveraging industry knowledge to solve client problems and developing analytical tools to enhance client impact. You will thrive in a high-performance culture, focusing on continuous learning and collaboration with diverse colleagues.

• Undergraduate or Master’s degree in a relevant scientific field required, such as Biology or Chemistry.
• 1+ years of experience and strong interest in pharmaceutical R&D topics from a sponsor, CRO, or site perspective.
• Solid understanding of economic, financial, and general business concepts and terminology.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and quantitative skills.
• Proficiency with data visualization, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and basic business tools.
• Demonstrated communication, leadership, and project management skills.

• Gather and analyze information to formulate and test hypotheses.
• Develop and communicate recommendations to client management.
• Collaborate with client teams to implement recommendations.
• Develop industry analyses and keep up to date with industry developments.
• Create McKinsey-formatted end-products including written memos and presentations.
• Drive lasting impact and build long-term capabilities with clients.

• Employees at McKinsey are often offered a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, prescription benefits, mental-health resources, expert medical opinions, and travel emergency protection. Financial benefits typically include retirement contributions and savings plans, life/accident/disability insurance, tax-advantaged accounts, and financial coaching. Many roles also feature generous paid time off (including volunteering days), flexible/hybrid work options, family care support (parental leave, fertility/adoption/surrogacy assistance, backup care), tuition reimbursement, transportation benefits, discounts, and matching gifts.