Manager, Competitive Intelligence (Technical & Scientific Research)
HybridHyderabad, Telangana, India
Job Summary
Partner with TRD stakeholders to identify intelligence priorities and deliver actionable insights supporting product development and portfolio decisions. Lead competitive and technology intelligence activities across Small Molecules, Biologics, CGT, RLT, and Device Technologies by monitoring competitor strategies, conducting technology landscaping, and benchmarking emerging innovations. Develop high-impact deliverables including technology assessments, competitor profiles, and executive briefings while driving adoption of AI-enabled tools and automation. Manage and mentor analysts to ensure high-quality outputs, leveraging scientific and patent databases to influence decision-making through compelling narratives. Collaborate with PHAD, GDPD, and multiple TRD teams to transform external scientific intelligence into strategies for innovation and differentiation.
Required Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Pharmacy, Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Biomedical Sciences, Chemical Engineering or related scientific discipline
- 8+ years of experience in Competitive Intelligence, Scientific Intelligence, Technical Development, Pharmaceutical R&D, Product Development, CMC, Consulting or related functions
- Demonstrated experience supporting strategic decision-making through competitive intelligence, technology assessment, benchmarking or innovation scouting
- Strong understanding of pharmaceutical databases including AlphaSense, Citeline, Cortellis, BioMedTracker, PharmaCircle, IQVIA and Evaluate
- Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders and lead complex projects in a matrix organization
Desired Qualifications
- PhD in pharmaceutical technology or formulation technology
- Strong understanding of CMC, product development or drug delivery experience
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