Cognizant · 1 day ago
Research DT Strategy Manager with Life Science exp(Hybrid)
Boston, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$75K/yr - $132K/yrCognizant is seeking seasoned professionals to join our Strategic Advisory team supporting Client’s Digital Research Application Landscape Transformation. The role involves acting as a trusted advisor and governance lead for multi-vendor implementation aligned with enterprise IT governance and FAIR principles.
ConsultingIndustrial AutomationInformation TechnologySoftwareSoftware Engineering
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead governance cadence, risk management, and stakeholder alignment for a multi-vendor program
Drive structured RFP processes, vendor demos, and scoring for prioritized systems (ELN, inventory, assay management)
Prepare business cases, cost estimates, and phased implementation roadmap aligned with Waltham site move
Ensure alignment with enterprise IT and FAIR principles; advise on interoperability and compliance
Define stakeholder engagement, training plans, adoption KPIs, and communication strategy
Act as a key member of Client’s team, enabling collaboration and informed decision-making
Qualification
Required
Pharma R&D IT Strategy – AS-IS/TO-BE process design, application landscape planning
Domains – ELN, LIMS, Raw Data Management, Automated Data Flows, CRO Data Exchange, FAIR Data Management & Visualization
Program Management – Large-scale transformation programs, governance frameworks, risk mitigation
Vendor Selection & Integration Strategy – Proven experience in multi-vendor environments
Change Management – Stakeholder engagement, adoption KPIs, communication planning
Strong documentation, communication, and leadership skills
PhD from a reputed institution
Strong consulting and BD exposure in Life Sciences R&D
Preferred
Experience with scientific modalities (peptides, proteins, small molecules, biologics)
Experience with LIMS/ELN, lab automation, multimodal data, precision medicine, CMC
Familiarity with data governance, security, and interoperability standards
Knowledge of regulatory compliance (GDPR, IP, data protection)
Tools: LabWare, STARLIMS, Benchling, Dotmatics, IDBS preferred
GenAI: Awareness of RAG, prompt design basics
Benefits
Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
401(k) plan and contributions
Long-term/Short-term Disability
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Company
Cognizant
Cognizant is a professional services company that helps clients alter their business, operating, and technology models for the digital era.
Founded in 1994
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$0.24MKey Investors
Summit Financial Wealth Advisors
2025-03-08Post Ipo Equity
2016-11-18Post Ipo Equity· $0.24M
1998-06-19IPO
Leadership Team
Ravi Kumar S
Chief Executive Officer
Anil Cheriyan
CTO / EVP Strategy & Technology
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