Jazz Pharmaceuticals
Job title:
Associate Director, Medical Affairs Evidence Optimisation
Company
Jazz Pharmaceuticals
Job description
If you are a current Jazz employee please apply via the Internal Career siteJazz Pharmaceuticals is a global biopharma company whose purpose is to innovate to transform the lives of patients and their families. We are dedicated to developing life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases — often with limited or no therapeutic options. We have a diverse portfolio of marketed medicines, including leading therapies for sleep disorders and epilepsy, and a growing portfolio of cancer treatments. Our patient-focused and science-driven approach powers pioneering research and development advancements across our robust pipeline of innovative therapeutics in oncology and neuroscience. Jazz is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland with research and development laboratories, manufacturing facilities and employees in multiple countries committed to serving patients worldwide. Please visit for more information.Job DescriptionReporting to the Head of EUR/INT Evidence Optimisation and Managed Access Team this position will be an integral member of the Evidence Optimisation and Managed Access Team and is responsible for advising and guiding the execution of real-world evidence (RWE) studies in the EUR/INT region.This is a business-critical role, designed to deliver meaningful change in the way evidence generation is operationalised and executed across the entire EUR/INT organisation. The position is responsible for collaborating with leaders across the organisation to ensure the efficient and effective generation of evidence that supports our business needs and optimises patient outcomes.Essential FunctionsAdvisory and Strategic Planning:Provide expert advice on the design and implementation of RWE studies.Identify evidence gaps and recommend appropriate study types to fill these gaps.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement an evidence generation strategy.Operational Excellence:Develop and manage the operating model for evidence generation.Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal standards.Promote efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and quality in evidence generation activities.Stakeholder Engagement:Engage with key stakeholders to secure support and resources for evidence generation.Provide training and educational materials to stakeholders involved in RWE studies.Foster strong partnerships across the organisation to enhance the impact of evidence generation.Financial Management:Monitor budgets for evidence generation activities.Provide financial forecasts and updates to senior management.Advise on cost-effective measures for planned studies.Governance and Compliance:Develop and implement governance frameworks for RWE studies.Ensure adherence to relevant SOPs, policies, and regulations.Lead efforts to mitigate risks and address barriers to effective evidence generation.Required Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesSubstantial experience in the pharmaceutical industry in either medical affairs or clinical operations/developmentDemonstrated experience with developing, documenting, and communicating operational strategyAbility to effectively lead cross-functional stakeholders and create strong partnerships across the organisationDemonstrated knowledge of GDPR and GxP regulations, clinical standards, and industry best practices for RWE/observational studiesDemonstrated record of issue resolution and effective collaboration with a variety of internal and external stakeholdersExcellent program and project management, financial management and planning skillsDemonstrated understanding of Medical Affairs/R&D and clinical studiesAdvanced understanding of clinical study structure, costs and CRO managementAble to work in a fast-paced, flexible, team-oriented environment; flexibility is important due to changing nature of the projects the team will be working on at any particular timeExcellent verbal, written, analytical and interpersonal skillsEntrepreneurial skills with emphasis on innovation and a high motivation to partner with customersStrong IT skills with a “hands-on” approach to maximizing data input and output and analysisExcellent organizational skills and ability to effectively prioritiseStrong in collaboration and a team player, able to work across multiple departments within the organisation, as well as externallyDemonstrates a ‘can do’ approach with a willingness to undertake all tasks required to support the medical affairs function in a rapidly evolving organisationBe able to work without close supervision; well-developed time management skills are importantExcellent presentation skillsExcellent command of written and spoken EnglishRequired/Preferred Education and LicensesDegree level or higher, preferably in a Science related field.Jazz Pharmaceuticals is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.The successful candidate will also be eligible to participate in various benefits offerings, including, but not limited to, medical, dental and vision insurance, retirement savings plan, and flexible paid vacation. For more information on our Benefits offerings please click here: https://careers.jazzpharma.com/benefits
Expected salary
Location
United Kingdom
Job date
Thu, 03 Apr 2025 04:41:13 GMT
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