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Director, Integrated Evidence & Digital Health
Otsuka is constantly aiming to advance our business by delivering successful new products and advancing patient centric solutions that will add value to our core business and stakeholders. The Global Integrated Evidence & Innovation team works to achieve these goals by supporting integrated evidence planning, evidence generation operational excellence and digital innovation.
We are seeking a Director to support both Global Integrated Evidence and Digital Health R&D team. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with, and/or be a critical partner to Early Phase & Translational Medical, Clinical Development, Value and Real-World Evidence, Regulatory, Medical Affairs, Data and Analytics, Digital Health and Commercial functions.
Responsibilities common to both integrated evidence strategy and digital health activities are as follows:
- Drive process with cross-functional teams for the development and ongoing maintenance of evidence plans for prioritized assets/programs
- Gather pertinent information, apply scientific expertise to synthesize information for cross-functional discussion, lead and facilitate cross-functional workshops including agenda preparation, documentation of meeting outcomes
- Apply expertise in curating relevant materials for evidence plan development to facilitate pressure testing of these plans and challenge functional representatives to ensure plans are aligned with global asset strategy and overall asset vision
- Provide expert scientific feedback on study concepts and study protocols in governance meeting and review processes
- Prepare reports and presentations summarizing findings, recommendations and progress on strategic initiatives
- Prepare, review and present materials to Otsuka and alliance governance committees and leadership
Responsibilities Specific To Digital Health Include
- Support the development and execution of digital health R&D strategies, focusing on digital therapeutics and/or digital measures/biomarkers
- From ideation to implementation of digital measures/biomarkers, identify KPIs, challenges and develop actionable solutions
- Assist the team with various ad hoc tasks as needed, including monitoring the ecosystem for emerging technologies and novel measures, measurement techniques, conducting literature review.
Qualifications/Required
Knowledge/Experience and Skills:
- Demonstrated expertise in psychiatry, neurology, nephrology or immunology
- At least 5 years of experience in pharmaceutical and/or evidence generation and/or digital health in life sciences / technology sector
- Demonstrated solid understanding of evidence requirements in US and globally, key concepts and principles related to Ph1-4 clinical studies and non-interventional studies including an understanding of strengths and limitations of a methodological approaches and clinical trial designs
- Possess an enterprise mindset and experience establishing strong collaborative internal relationships in a matrixed organization with global and local colleagues
- Ability to gain senior leadership alignment on functional area initiatives and programs
- Excellence in strategic thinking and problem solving
- Demonstrated skills working in complex corporate environments and exercising influence without authority
- Self-directed with eternal curiosity and desire to learn
- Ability to line-manage and mentor direct reports and ensure positive team dynamics
- Strong scientific writing skills and interpersonal written/verbal communication skills
- Ability to create an environment with high energy, enthusiasm, and motivation
Educational Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in life sciences
Competencies
Accountability for Results - Stay focused on key strategic objectives, be accountable for high standards of performance, and take an active role in leading change.
Strategic Thinking & Problem Solving - Make decisions considering the long-term impact to customers, patients, employees, and the business.
Patient & Customer Centricity - Maintain an ongoing focus on the needs of our customers and/or key stakeholders.
Impactful Communication - Communicate with logic, clarity, and respect. Influence at all levels to achieve the best results for Otsuka.
Respectful Collaboration - Seek and value others’ perspectives and strive for diverse partnerships to enhance work toward common goals.
Empowered Development - Play an active role in professional development as a business imperative.
Minimum $183,335.00 - Maximum $274,160.00, plus incentive opportunity: The range shown represents a typical pay range or starting salary for candidates hired to perform the work. Other elements may be used to determine actual salary such as the candidate’s job experience, specific skills, and comparison to internal incumbents currently in role. This information is provided to applicants in accordance with states and local laws.
Company benefits : Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, company provided basic life, accidental death & dismemberment, short-term and long-term disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, student loan assistance, a generous 401(k) match, flexible time off, paid holidays, and paid leave programs as well as other company provided benefits.
Come discover more about Otsuka and our benefit offerings; https://www.otsuka-us.com/careers-join-otsuka .
Disclaimer
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the people assigned to this position. It is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. Otsuka reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.
Otsuka is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will be given consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, national origin, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation, if you are unable or limited in your ability to apply to this job opening as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Accommodation Request (EEAccommodations@otsuka-us.com) .
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