Senior Manager, Scientific and Laboratory Informatics

About the role

The Senior Manager, Scientific and Laboratory Informatics role at Accenture involves leading cross-functional teams to deliver unique and challenging strategy and implementation projects for clients that advance their ambitions for digital laboratory operations and scientific intelligence. Key responsibilities include shaping digital laboratory transformation initiatives, architecting and overseeing end-to-end delivery of engagements, driving program outcomes, quantifying business value, managing delivery execution, and providing clear points of view on digital lab solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and shape digital laboratory transformation initiatives—spanning scientific informatics, data, automation, and AI—to deliver measurable client impact
• Architect and oversee end-to-end delivery of engagements, including solution design, estimates, scope, and execution
• Drive program outcomes aligned to defined goals and value realization
• Quantify and clearly articulate business value and outcomes generated by solutions
• Proactively manage delivery execution, including risks, issues, dependencies, and stakeholder reporting
• Own client outcomes, including accountability for contractual commitments, delivery quality, and client satisfaction
• Act as escalation point for critical delivery or client issues
• Shape client vision and strategic roadmap across people, process, technology, and data
• Provide clear points of view on digital lab solutions, including platform and approach tradeoffs
• Build and maintain strong client relationships; act as a trusted advisor to Senior Directors and VPs
• Align stakeholders and drive priorities across complex, multi-disciplinary teams
• Demonstrate business acumen and organizational awareness in navigating client environments
• Articulate compelling value propositions and business cases
• Lead and support business development, including opportunity identification and pursuit execution
• Develop thought leadership that drives practice growth, differentiation, and market recognition
• Build and apply deep expertise in laboratory operations, industry trends, and digital technologies
• Lead, coach, and develop team members; provide performance feedback and mentorship
• Foster a high-performance culture with accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Actively manage risks to engagements, practice performance, and brand/reputation

Requirements

• 8+ Years of experience working in the field of scientific and laboratory informatics, within R&D and/or QC Manufacturing spaces
• Bachelor’s Degree in a Laboratory Science / Life Science (e.g., Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Biology, Microbiology) or Computer Science or Engineering (e.g., Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering)
• Preferred: 4+ years of experience in consulting, experience working in or with life sciences R&D, QC, or IT, experience originating, negotiating, and contracting work

Qualifications

Preferred qualifications include exceptional interpersonal skills and both verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits

Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired as set forth below.

Pay

Annual Salary Range: $132,500 to $338,300

Schedule

Candidates must be willing to travel up to 50% to client locations.