[Hiring] Head of Strategic Research Initiatives @Piper Companies

Role Description

Piper Companies is seeking a Head of Strategic Research Initiatives to join an established organization supporting large-scale initiatives within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and healthcare industries. This individual will provide leadership across a diverse portfolio of global programs, partnering with senior stakeholders to advance business objectives, drive operational performance, and support long-term organizational growth.

• Lead a portfolio of complex global initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and long-term business objectives.
• Establish strategic frameworks, governance structures, and performance metrics to support program success and organizational effectiveness.
• Partner with executive leadership to identify opportunities for innovation, operational improvement, and sustainable growth.
• Build, mentor, and develop high-performing leadership teams while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Healthcare, Business Administration, or a related discipline; advanced degree preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience within life sciences, healthcare, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, consulting, or a related industry.
• Proven success leading complex global programs, portfolios, business units, or strategic initiatives within a large-scale organization.
• Demonstrated ability to drive organizational growth, operational excellence, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience managing executive-level stakeholder relationships in highly matrixed and fast-paced environments.

Requirements

• Salary: $270,000-$330,000/year (USD)
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), paid time off, and additional company-sponsored benefit programs.

Application Information

This job opens for applications on 9/30/26. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

Keywords

• strategic initiatives
• global programs
• portfolio leadership
• program management
• operational excellence
• organizational growth
• executive leadership
• business strategy
• stakeholder management
• financial management
• budgeting
• forecasting
• resource planning
• governance
• organizational development
• workforce planning
• leadership development
• change management
• business operations
• life sciences
• healthcare
• biotechnology
• pharmaceutical industry
• global leadership
• strategic partnerships
• continuous improvement
• performance management
• cross-functional collaboration
• risk management
• business transformation
• enterprise leadership