Overview
In this role you design and lead global real-world evidence programs to inform R&D, regulatory, and market decisions. You will build capabilities for special patient populations (pregnant women, pediatrics, older adults) and partner across functions to shape evidence strategies for assets. You translate findings into actionable insights for internal teams, regulators, and external partners, leveraging advanced analytics where appropriate. This position offers impact across product lifecycles in a hybrid, global environment with opportunities to advance patient-centered decision-making.
Responsibilities
- Design and execute global real-world evidence studies to support development, regulatory, medical, and business decisions
- Develop evidence-generation strategies for special populations (pregnant individuals, pediatric, older adults)
- Deliver observational research programs using real-world and prospective data with scientific rigor and timely delivery
- Identify evidence needs across disease burden, outcomes, safety, and care pathways throughout the product lifecycle
- Translate study findings into insights for internal stakeholders, external partners, scientific audiences, and regulators
- Collaborate with external experts and data providers to advance innovative evidence approaches
- Shape long-term evidence strategies for priority assets and disease areas, exploring new data sources and advanced analytics
- Serve as a trusted scientific advisor and promote evidence-based decision-making across the organization
Key requirements
- Advanced degree in Life Sciences, Epidemiology, Health Economics, Biostatistics, Data Science, Public Health, or related field
- At least 6 years of experience designing and delivering real-world evidence studies in pharma, biotech, consulting, or academia
- Experience using primary and secondary healthcare data to inform clinical, regulatory, medical, or commercial decisions
- Strong expertise in epidemiology, outcomes research, observational study design, and quantitative methods
- Experience working across global or regional cross-functional teams and managing complex research initiatives
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for diverse audiences
- strong communication
- cross-functional collaboration
- problem-solving mindset
- epidemiology
- outcomes research
- observational study design
RWE Senior Expert - Special Patient Populations in Slough employer: Ucb Group
UCB is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, where employees are encouraged to push boundaries and create meaningful value for patients. Located in Slough, our hybrid-first approach allows for flexibility while working alongside experienced scientists in a supportive environment that prioritises personal growth and career development. Join us to be part of a team that values inclusivity and empowers you to make your mark in the biopharmaceutical industry.
