Service Line Specialist - Life sciences

Service Line Specialist - Life sciences

Cognizant’s Intuitive Operations & Automation (IOA) business unit is one of Cognizant’s highest‑growth businesses. To accelerate this growth even further, IOA is fast‑growing into industries, service lines and markets globally. One of IOA’s strategic growth markets is North America, and we are looking for a highly accomplished, successful Life sciences service line specialist (SLS). This role requires a deep understanding of the Life sciences domain including but not limited to R&D, Clinical, Manufacturing & Supply chain as well as a proven track record in selling complex IT solutions.

The person will be responsible for expanding footprints in existing accounts and acquiring new logos, driving revenue growth, and building strategic relationships with key Life sciences clients and ecosystem partners.

Role - The applicant will be hired as a Life sciences SLS within the NA Intuitive Operations and Automation practice.

Chicago, IL (Onsite / Hybrid)

Associate Director

Travel will vary depending on customer and prospect requirements.

• Own and achieve sales targets by developing and executing go‑to‑market strategies for Lifesciences IT services and solutions.
• Identify, qualify, and close new business opportunities with Life sciences Pharma & Med Tech organizations.
• Stay current on LS industry trends, digital health innovations, and regulatory developments (e.g., GxP, Sox, FDA etc.)
• Proven success in consultative/solution‑based selling of IT services such as:
• Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) and Data analytics & reporting
• Cloud migration & Dev Ops, Application development & support
• Familiarity with platforms like Veeva, Salesforce, ArisG and other LS industry solution platforms
• Very Good knowledge and expertise in Automation (RPA+IPA), Agentic AI, and Cloud Technologies. Ability to demonstrate industry specific solutions
• Have experience in proposing / selling / delivering large scale automation / application support engagements from L1 to L4.

• Domain or Technology certifications in Lifesciences and AI/ML (Preferred)

• 15+ Years of Experience in IT Industry with at least 5 years in Sales and customer relationship management
• Good communication and presentation skills and able to demonstrate / defend solutions with executive leadership.
• Bachelor’s / Master’s degree or equivalent experience in business management / administration; or health case discipline preferred.
• Global Business Services – Client‑facing GBS project experience is helpful.
• Technology Outsourcing – Background in technology outsourcing solutions is helpful.

Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship now or at any time in the future.

The annual salary for this position is between $140,000 - $160,000 depending on the experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program and stock awards, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

• 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

Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued g each interview.

While our system allows application in all languages, job required language(s) and proficiency level(s) vary. However, basic English proficiency is required for Company‑wide communications purposes.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.