Senior Director, Real World Data Methodologies and Solutions | Senior Director, Real World Data Methodologies and Solutions (all genders)
Merck KGaA
Job Summary
This Senior Director role is seeking a Team Head to lead the strategy, partnerships, methodologies, and analytics for Real-World Data (RWD) within the Healthcare sector. The successful candidate will report to the Global Head of Patient Focused Real World Evidence and be instrumental in shaping the organization's use of RWD across therapeutic areas to optimize decision-making and value creation. Day-to-day responsibilities include developing and executing RWD strategies, managing external partnerships for data acquisition, establishing best practices for evidence generation, and driving innovative tools. Key qualifications include a PhD in a relevant quantitative field (Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Data Science), over 12 years of specialized experience in RWD/RWE within pharmaceutical or healthcare settings, and proven leadership skills in managing high-performing teams. This position offers a unique opportunity to lead critical initiatives in data interoperability and synthesis, supporting regulatory and payer requirements globally.
Required Skills
Education
PhD in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Data Science, or related fields
Experience
- 12+ years in RWD partnerships, methodologies, RWE generation, advanced analytics, and systems in pharmaceutical or healthcare settings
- Proven leadership in managing teams and fostering cross-functional collaboration
- Professional experience working with diverse RWD sources (EHRs, claims data, patient-reported outcomes)
Languages
Additional
- Not specified
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