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Boston, Massachusetts; New York, New York; San Francisco, California
Onsite
About Inizio Ignite, Putnam
Inizio Ignite is the global advisory partner for health and life sciences, encompassing connected expertise across Research Partnership, Putnam, Vynamic, and STEM. Guided by purpose, passion, and precision, we collaborate with clients to ignite impact, accelerate performance, and deliver lasting change for patients.
Our Putnam strategy consulting team bridges science and strategy to enable confident decision-making and build value for pharma. We partner with leading health and life science companies serving brand & commercial leaders, Medical Affairs, access & pricing, and R&D. Our expertise spans offerings including therapeutic area strategy, data & AI strategy, go-to-market strategy, commercialization & growth, value, pricing & access (VPA) strategy, and evidence generation.
Proudly part of Inizio – the market-leading commercialization partner for health and life sciences. From early-stage development to loss of exclusivity, we simplify complexity, unlock value, and make collaboration seamless at every pivotal moment – supporting confident, insight-driven decisions that move innovation forward.
Role Overview
As an Associate Consultant at Inizio Ignite, Putnam, you'll work alongside experienced consultants to help leading life sciences companies solve complex strategic and business challenges. You'll gain exposure to the critical issues shaping today's healthcare landscape while developing a deep understanding of both the scientific and commercial aspects of the industry.
As a key member of a collaborative project team, you will contribute to every stage of the consulting process—from conducting research and analyzing data to supporting development of strategic recommendations. Project teams typically consist of 4–7 professionals led by a Partner, providing you with meaningful mentorship, hands-on experience, and opportunities for professional growth.
This role offers a dynamic environment where you'll build strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills while making a measurable impact on projects for some of the world's leading pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and healthcare organizations.
Here's What You'll Be Doing
While responsibilities vary across engagements, Associate Consultants play a critical role in every stage of the consulting process. Typical responsibilities include:
At Inizio Ignite, Putnam, Associate Consultants are expected to combine rigorous analytical thinking with strategic problem-solving. From day one, you will make meaningful contributions to client engagements while developing the skills needed to become a trusted advisor to leading life sciences organizations.
Here's What You'll Need
What We Offer
At Inizio Ignite, Putnam, we are committed to investing in your success from day one. As an Associate Consultant, you'll benefit from:
Our primary US office locations are Boston, New York and San Francisco.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are tenets of our core values. We strive to create a culture and environment that fosters belonging and authenticity across all levels and values individuals for their skills, experience, diverse backgrounds, and unique perspectives. Collectively, DEI serves as a foundational element of who we are and how we work with our clients and with each other.
Our core values:
This is an Equal Employment Opportunity
Please note that Putnam Associates is in no way affiliated with Putnam Investments and that this is not a finance opportunity.
Don't meet every job requirement? That's okay! Our company is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this role, but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others.
