Director, Real World Evidence

Introduction to role

AstraZeneca is a global, innovation-driven BioPharmaceuticals business that focuses on the discovery, development, and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious disease. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work, where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration. Always committed to lifelong learning, growth, and development.

The US Evidence Team, a strategic function within US Medical, is critical for delivering compelling evidence and subject matter expertise that empowers data-enabled execution of strategies and external practice change for the benefit of patients. 

The Director, RWE role is key role within US Evidence delivering the evidence strategy to secure access for our products as well as enabling delivery of Practice Change to address clinical inertia. The role leads the internal and external communication of the clinical and economic value proposition and of scientific results to achieve maximal scientific impact and commercial success of AZ products throughout their life cycle.  This position requires an experienced individual with expert scientific knowledge of health economics and outcomes research, innovative value strategies, its application throughout development process, strong business acumen, and excellent interpersonal skills.

Accountabilities

• Champion the development of the Scientific Narrative and Evidence Generation Strategy to support articulation of clinical and economic value of our products.
• Lead the delineation of the patient journey by developing a thorough assessment of the treatment landscape
• Develop strategy, study design, along with support protocol development, (e.g., retrospective database analyses, payer analytic tools, systematic reviews, network meta-analyses, budget impact models, cost effectiveness models) to support evidence needs as determined by strategy
• Develop scientific and data driven approach to support Innovative Value Strategies (i.e. various types of payer contracting strategies)
• Proactively and independently, contribute to research planning process and resolution of complex issues, especially if they affect market access decisions and evidence for product. 
• Ensure US evidence strategy alignment with reimbursement strategies.
• Deliver evidence that challenges the clinical inertia to improve patient outcomes
• Serve as observational research expert within TA as it relates to all data evidence to support payer and HCP interactions.
• Remain actively aware of the product environment by establishing, maintaining, and fostering internal (cross-functional, within the US and Global organizations) and external interactions with scientific experts.

Essential Skills/Experience

• Masters degree in a relevant field (e.g., health economics, outcomes research, health services research, epidemiology, health policy or related fields)
• 5 years of relevant experience (e.g., academia, consulting, and/or industry) or a PhD in a relevant field with 3 years of relevant experience.
• Comprehensive understanding of the pharmaceutical industry and regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of the US healthcare system and its changing needs for health economic and payer analytic information.
• Leadership skills and problem-solving capability as demonstrated by ability to evaluate threats and opportunities for Health Economics strategy and modify as appropriate.
• Well-developed conceptual and integrative thinking with capability to access internal and external resources for advice.
• Able to implement projects, including engagement with key stakeholders, with high degree of autonomy
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple functional groups across countries and regions

Desirable Skills/Experience

• 5+ years in the pharmaceutical/biotechnology/medical device industry

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

At AstraZeneca, we are driven by solutions that make a difference at every step of the patient journey. Our inclusive team draws on diverse backgrounds and experiences to create innovative solutions that improve patient experiences and health outcomes. With countless opportunities for growth and development, you will work alongside top talent in the industry, contributing to bending the global mortality curve. Be part of a trusted environment where you can experiment, celebrate failures, and learn fast. Here, your work is truly meaningful as we shape the future of BioPharmaceuticals.

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AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.