Director Jobs in Chicago, IL (NOW HIRING)

At Basis Health, we design and deliver industry-best integrated insights that empower strategic decisions and drive the commercialization success of healthcare products. We partner with pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies across the full product lifecycle - from early asset development through go-to-market strategy and lifecycle management - helping them bring impactful therapies to the patients who need them most.
Our work is grounded in a clear purpose: to expand and accelerate the positive impact of healthcare products. We are passionate about solving complex problems, uncovering meaningful insights, and contributing to better health outcomes.
As a team, we are guided by the following principles: Integrity, Growth Mindset, Team Orientation, Authenticity, and Sustainability.  
Basis Health is part of the larger Basis Group, but operates with the agility and autonomy of a small, entrepreneurial team. As a fast-growing team, we offer a unique opportunity to lead, grow, and make a tangible impact.

As a Director or Senior Director at Basis Health, you will serve as a strategic leader and trusted advisor to clients while also helping shape the future of our business. You will lead multi-stream projects across therapeutic areas and stages of the healthcare product lifecycle, ensuring our insights drive both immediate and long-term value.

You will manage project teams, develop talent, and contribute to internal growth and innovation efforts. You'll also help deepen client relationships, identify account growth opportunities, and play a critical role in building Basis Health's reputation as a premier insights partner.

Seniority level (Director vs. Senior Director) will be based on experience, impact, and leadership scope.

Leadership & Talent Development

• Manage and mentor high-performing teams across engagements, not just within projects
• Coach team leads to manage both up and down effectively
• Adapt leadership style to support individual growth while ensuring client outcomes
• Lead hiring, onboarding, and professional development initiatives for team members

Project & Portfolio Oversight

• Own project delivery across workstreams: budget, timeline, quality, and strategic direction
• Ensure all client-facing outputs meet Basis Health's standards and deliver meaningful insights
• Serve as a thought partner to team leads, helping problem-solve complex challenges and design efficient, strategic solutions
• Create and manage systems to balance team workload, prevent burnout, and promote sustainability

Strategic Thinking & Insight Generation

• Guide teams in connecting project outputs to broader client strategies and commercialization needs
• Lead the development of frameworks and visual storytelling that elevate insight communication
• Facilitate client readouts and workshops with clarity, confidence, and executive presence
• Help shape account-level strategy and apply learnings across clients and project types

Client Engagement & Account Growth

• Act as a strategic partner to clients beyond the day-to-day, building trust and identifying future needs
• Lead the development of proposals, project plans, and value-based positioning materials
• Proactively identify and pursue opportunities for account growth; develop client playbooks and growth strategies
• Maintain constructive relationships even when navigating complex or challenging dynamics

Internal Contribution & Innovation

• Drive internal improvement initiatives across project methodologies, operations, or talent development
• Lead the creation and implementation of training programs or internal team infrastructure
• Collaborate with leadership to refine company processes and scale best practices
• Serve as a culture carrier and model of Basis Health's values

Requirements

Required for Director Level:

• 8-10 years of relevant experience in healthcare consulting, strategy, or insights
• Demonstrated success leading research/consulting teams and managing multi-stream projects
• Proven ability to develop client relationships and lead high-level strategic conversations
• Deep knowledge of healthcare/life sciences market, including commercial and therapeutic context
• Excellent communication, coaching, and cross-functional collaboration skills

Required for Senior Director Level:

• 10+ years of experience in life sciences insights, strategy, or commercialization consulting
• Expertise in project and team leadership across diverse methodologies and clients
• Strong track record of account growth and client relationship management
• Ability to lead organizational initiatives, coach other leaders, and drive long-term business impact
• Demonstrated thought leadership and strategic vision in the healthcare space

Benefits

Why Join Basis Health?

• Impactful, mission-driven work in a high-growth environment
• Opportunity to shape the business and grow into senior leadership
• Entrepreneurial culture and close-knit, collaborative team
• Hybrid work model (3 days per week in office) with offices in NYC and Chicago
• Competitive salary, bonus potential, and benefits package

Basis Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status. We believe that diversity and inclusion strengthen our organization and enhance our ability to serve our clients.