Real World Evidence Associate Director

Job Description

General Summary:

The RWE Associate Director is an integral member of the RWE team who leverages expertise in epidemiology and real-world data to develop fit-for-purpose observational research and to inform internal and external stakeholders on the natural history (NH) of disease and real-world outcomes within their assigned therapeutic area. The RWE Associate Director works cross-functionally to support the execution of observational research across the portfolio.

Key Duties And Responsibilities:

• Independently lead focused/targeted research of epidemiology of specific disease areas, including NH of disease for business development and early development indications
• Lead data sourcing strategy for early development and early clinical indications to support NH of disease needed for regulators, payers, and clinicians
• Lead and execute evaluation of available registries and other data sources related to NH and evidence to support clinical endpoints and inclusion/exclusion criteria
• Determine the potential use of RWE historical control within the clinical development program and the feasibility of obtaining the data required for historical control
• Lead execution of approved research tactics within assigned indications
• Develop draft protocol concept and related materials for review and approval by internal scientific review boards
• Working closely with stakeholders, align RWE research study tactics with functional and disease program goals
• Contribute to the development of performance metrics and dashboards for RWE projects
• Represent RWE on relevant GMDA Sub-Teams, Program Teams, or Disease Strategy Teams where studies related to RWE are discussed
• Represent RWE on cross-functional collaborations and working groups for pipeline product(s)
• Utilise strong oral communication skills and understanding of Vertex strategies to promote and translate RWD/RWE methods and activities across the company
• Support and facilitate external research collaborations with key academic partners, consortia, and data vendors
• Support the development of cross-functional evidence generation planning
• Provide leadership and mentorship within RWE
• Contribute to the company's publications strategy via the development of conference abstracts, presentations, and peer-reviewed manuscripts based on the findings of RWE studies

Knowledge And Skills:

• Applied knowledge of relevant RWE regulatory agency guidance and position papers, and the opportunities to use RWE to inform regulatory decision-making
• Demonstrated ability to design and execute observational research
• Strong and clear interpersonal communication, presentation, and study management skills
• Ability to take detailed observational study results and communicate them in a clear, non-technical manner to internal cross-functional teams, using language that resonates with the teams, while maintaining the integrity of key findings
• Ability to work collaboratively in a constantly changing, diverse, and matrix environment

Education And Experience:

• Proven experience in a similar role is required, preferably following a PhD or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Flex Designation:

Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible

Flex Eligibility Status:

• In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as: 
• 1.    Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select
• 2.    On-Site: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.

Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex’s Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.

Company Information

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.

Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.

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