RWD Program Director

Actalent
Leeds
10 months ago
Applications closed

Aleading real-world data solutions, technology and services provider in Europeare looking for aReal World Evidence/Data Program Directorany where inthe UKas this role will be ahome based position.


The company is seeking a candidate to effectively drive the success and customer experience of their Real World Data (RWD) and Real-World Evidence (RWE) deliveries.


Ideal candidate is someone who understands how to work with data beyond manually collected CRFs. Ideally, you will have experience with software platforms, AI-powered tools, and other technology-based solutions for extracting and processing both structured (e.g., EHR data) and unstructured (e.g., clinical notes or imaging reports) data directly from hospital systems. Specifically, the company need someone comfortable working with technologies that can handle structured data such as EHR data and unstructured data like clinical notes or imaging reports, ideally using software solutions.


Experience

  • Experience from leading delivery of complex, multi-country observational studies (extraction & abstraction) for commercial sponsors i.e. life science companies
  • Experience from successfully managing client’s Sr/VP level data science and procurement sponsors
  • Masters or Doctorate degree in: Public Health, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Healthcare Informatics, or a related discipline

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