Global Head of Medical Evidence Generation

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Global Head of Medical Evidence Generation to join our patientfocused team in Zurich, Switzerland. Reporting to the VP, Global Head of Medical Affairs at CSL Vifor, you will have a pivotal role in shaping evidence generation across the organization.

Main Accountabilities

Define the overarching RWE strategy across the portfolio, in alignment with overall evidence generation activities, translating data to insights and clinical evidence

Partner with Global, Regional and Local Medical & Global HEOR Leads to ensure alignment on integrated evidence generation plans

Provide Medical Affairs leadership towards evidence generation plans via innovative solutions across Phase IV non-interventional studies (and earlier phases when appropriate) and Investigator Initiated Studies (IIS).

In this Global role, facilitate the process of evidence generation by Medical Affairs across brands and indications. Leverage portfolio best practices in collaboration with Global Medical Leads, regional and country Medical teams

Collaborate with regional centers of excellence to optimize evidence generation activities, establish best practices and optimize governance of evidence generation

Establish and manage the framework to identify research gaps and solutions, building on synergies across brands and the regions

Provide Medical Affairs leadership towards evidence generation plans via innovative solutions across Phase IV non-interventional studies (and earlier phases when appropriate) and Investigator Initiated Studies (IIS)

Provide full budget oversight to Medical Affairs studies

In this Global role, facilitate the process of evidence generation by Medical Affairs across brands and indications. Leverage portfolio best practices in collaboration with Global Medical Leads, regional and country Medical teams

Leading the Phase IV Research Board (PRB), provide expertise and strategic oversight regarding the generation and conduct of Phase IV non-interventional clinical studies and earlier phases when appropriate, IIS and HEOR driven RWE studies, e.

g. providing deep insights into protocol development and study implementation

Ensure that evidence generation is an integral part of overall publication and communication plans

Ensure oversight of relevant medical RWE data sources across the portfolio.

Your Skills & Experience

Minimum Requirements

Scientific (PhD Pharm D) or Medical Education (MD)

7+ years relevant experience in the pharmaceutical industry and / or academia

Deep understanding of drug development and healthcare systems. Significant experience in Clinical Development, with a strong track record in planning, creating and analyzing Phase IV and RWE studies

Proven track record in collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders, including HEOR and / or Market Access

Significant experience in Clinical Development, with a strong track record in planning, creating and analyzing Phase IV and RWE studies

Proven relationship building skills with key opinion leaders

Understanding of medical aspects of company-relevant therapeutic areas, including nephrology and cardiology

Processional level in English, both in oral and in written communications

Preferred Requirements

Degree in epidemiology / data science is a distinguished advantage

10 years relevant industry experience, including Medical Affairs (Medical Lead experience is a plus) and / or Clinical Development at HQ, regional or affiliate level, including planning, creation and analysis of RWE (prospective and retrospective studies)

Experience with regulatory, safety and legal implications of Clinical Development, Phase IV and RWE as well as broader Medical Affairs activities

Medical experience in brand therapeutic areas

Experience managing cross-functional projects and teams

Our Benefits

CSL employees that work at least 30 hours per week are eligible for benefits effective day 1. We are committed to the wellbeing of our employees and their loved ones.

CSL offers resources and benefits, from health care to financial protection, so you can focus on doing work that matters.

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Please take the time to review our benefits site to see what’s available to you as a CSL employee.

About CSL Behring

CSL Behring is a global leader in developing and delivering high-quality medicines that treat people with rare and serious diseases.

Our treatments offer promise for people in more than 100 countries living with conditions in the immunology, hematology, cardiovascular and metabolic, respiratory, and transplant therapeutic areas.

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