Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in life sciences or healthcare related field., Master's degree or PhD in life science field or MBA preferred., Over 5 years of experience in market analysis, business development, R&D strategy, or innovation consulting within animal health., Strong understanding of technology commercialization and ability to evaluate early-stage research proposals..

Key responsibilities:

Review and analyze emerging science and technology for market potential and commercial readiness.

Perform market landscape analyses and evaluate commercial viability aligned with business goals.

Engage with internal stakeholders and facilitate alignment of evaluation criteria across functions.

Prepare decision-ready assessments and present findings to senior leadership.

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title	Commercial Innovation Consultant – Academic Partnerships (Animal Health)		Position Type	Contract
Location	Remote		Travel Required	0-25%
External Posting URL
Applications Accepted By
Audra Miller		Mail: Audra Miller Pintail Solutions, Suite 1040 12175 Visionary Way Fishers, IN 46038
Job Description
Overview Pintail Solutions is a life science company delivering complex projects to improve global health. We work across pharma, biotech, technology, higher education, and non-profit organizations. Pintail Solutions offers a dynamic work environment, grounded in the entrepreneurial offices of Launch Fishers in central Indiana. Pintail Solutions is seeking a market-savvy innovation and strategy consultant specializing in evaluating early-stage technologies and academic proposals for commercial potential and readiness within the animal health industry. With deep experience across scientific review, market landscape analysis, and opportunity vetting, the ideal candidate will bridge the gap between academic research and real-world industry needs. This role will support strategic investment decisions by evaluating animal health science and technology across companion and production animal solutions, diagnostics, and digital health. Trusted by corporate innovation teams, the ideal candidate will bring a blend of scientific fluency, business acumen, and market understanding to unlock high-value opportunities and accelerate next-generation animal health innovation. Roles and Responsibilities Opportunity Scouting & Evaluation Review and analyze emerging science and technology from academic institutions and research centers for market potential and commercial readiness Assess the scientific credibility, technical feasibility, and strategic relevance of new science, technology or innovation Identify potential applications in companion animal and livestock sectors, including diagnostics, therapeutics, and digital health tools Conduct due diligence on innovation maturity, IP position, team credentials, and technology readiness levels for short-term (<2yrs) market impact Market Assessment & Strategic Fit Perform market landscape analyses: competitors, unmet needs, industry trends, and market sizing Evaluate commercial viability and alignment with internal business goals and R&D pipelines Develop high-level go-to-market considerations, including target customers and distribution dynamics Recommend relative prioritization based on potential ROI, strategic differentiation, and market timing Cross-Functional Collaboration Engage internal stakeholders from R&D, business development, commercial, regulatory and investment teams Facilitate alignment of evaluation criteria and strategic fit across business functions Consult with internal/external subject matter experts to validate technical and market assumptions if needed Reporting & Communication Prepare concise, decision-ready assessments and recommendation briefs for senior leadership Maintain a pipeline tracker for all evaluated academic proposals and their outcomes Present findings in meetings or working sessions with innovation or partnership leads Deliver feedback and insights to academic or institutional partners, as appropriate Strategic Intelligence & Insights Monitor emerging innovation trends and early-stage technologies across animal health and adjacent sectors Track relevant regulatory changes, public-private funding programs, and startup activity in the space Contribute to building internal innovation evaluation frameworks, templates, and scorecards Qualifications and Education Requirements Bachelor’s degree in life sciences or healthcare related field. Masters degree or PhD in life science field or MBA preferred >5 yrs experience in market analysis, business development, R&D strategy, or innovation consulting within animal health Ability to travel if needed to review potential opportunities Adept communication for executive leadership Self-driven individual able to operate with autonomy Demonstrated ability to evaluate early-stage research proposals, especially from academic institutions Strong understanding of technology commercialization, IP landscape, and go-to-market considerations Familiarity with clinical research, product development, or regulatory pathways Exposure to corporate-academic partnerships, tech transfer, or licensing processes Ability to interpret scientific and technical information and translate it into business-relevant insights