Portfolio Insights Lead (Medical Affairs)

Job Summary Portfolio Insights Lead | Medical Affairs Cambridge, MA (Hybrid-Onsite 2 days) 6 Month Contract (can extend) The Portfolio Insights Lead will serve as a strategic partner to Global Medical (GM) and the Global Medical Leadership Team (GMLT), leading high-impact, cross-functional initiatives that drive portfolio-level decision-making. This role combines deep analytical expertise with strong leadership and project management capabilities to deliver insights and lead strategic initiatives that enhance operational effectiveness and medical strategy execution. location: Cambridge, Massachusetts job type: Contract salary: $100.00 - 132.90 per hour work hours: 9 to 5 education: Bachelors Responsibilities You will be responsible for both shaping the global medical insights strategy and leading other priority projects that span the medical portfolio-ranging from capability building and process optimization to strategic planning and executive-level reporting. • Insights Strategy & Execution • Design and implement frameworks for generating, synthesizing, and communicating actionable insights across the medical portfolio. • Partner with cross-functional teams (e.g., Medical Communications, Evidence Generation, Commercial, R&D) to ensure insights inform strategic decisions. • Develop dashboards and tools to track insight trends, utilization, and impact. • Lead maturity assessments and benchmarking of the company's insights capabilities. • Portfolio-Level Project Leadership • Lead or co-lead strategic initiatives that support GMA and GMLT priorities, such as capability development, operational excellence, and strategic planning. • Manage cross-functional project teams, ensuring alignment with timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder expectations. • Prepare executive-level presentations and updates for the GMLT and other senior stakeholders. • Collaboration & Influence • Serve as a thought partner to senior leaders across GMA and related functions. • Facilitate alignment across global, regional, and local teams to ensure consistent execution of strategic initiatives. • Contribute to a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in life sciences, business, or related field; advanced degree (e.g., PharmD, PhD, MBA) preferred. • 7+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry, with at least 3 years in Medical Affairs or healthcare consulting. • Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional projects and influencing senior stakeholders. • Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills; experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) is a plus. • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex data into compelling narratives. • Proven leadership capabilities and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset. Preferred • Experience in a consulting environment, especially healthcare or life sciences consulting. • Familiarity with medical insight platforms, CRM systems, and AI tools for data analysis. • Global or regional experience in a matrixed organization. skills: Market Analysis, Data Visualization, Scientific Competitive Landscape Analysis Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status. At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. u50000030026