Real World Evidence (RWE) Manager

Boehringer Ingelheim; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global pharmaceutical company is seeking a Real-World Evidence Manager to lead RWE projects and ensure successful execution across phases. Responsibilities include managing projects, collaborating with internal teams, and providing strategic input to enhance operational aspects. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of relevant experience in the pharmaceutical industry with a focus on Real-World Evidence. This position promotes diversity and is located in Dubai, UAE, offering a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of pharmaceutical industry experience with 2 years in Real-World Evidence.
• Experience in running clinical studies is preferred.
• Knowledge of drug development/commercialization process.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage RWE projects and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Conduct gap analyses and generate relevant data.

Skills

Pharmaceutical industry knowledge

Real World Evidence design and execution

Analytical skills

Project management

Collaborative skills

Education

MPH, MSc, BSc, or Ph.D. in epidemiology, health economics, medicine, pharmacy, or life sciences

Job description

We are IMETA

ROPU IMETA is a Regional Operating Unit consisting of 6 mid-sized Operating Units: India, Turkey, Southern Africa (South Africa & Sub Sahara Africa) Northeast & West Africa, Near East & UAE, Saudi Arabia, Gulf & East Africa (SAGEA).

IMETA is home to more than 47 nationalities. We are a myriad of color and culture and embracing this diversity is one of our greatest opportunities.

We are a powerhouse of talent, and we work together to ensure that we grow, nurture, and retain our talent. Uniting and working together is the key to our success.

The Position

The Real-World Evidence (RWE) Manager supports the Medical Affairs and Market Access teams by coordinating the operational aspects of RWE projects and processes, including the development, conduct, reporting and disclosure of these activities (e.g. NIS, NTA, ECR). RWE manager will contribute to improved oversight and process adherence for RWE activities, enhanced collaboration both cross-functionally/cross-regionally and between the company and external collaborators, and the generation of high-quality RWE to inform internal and external decision making.

This role will report to the Regional Head of Quality Medicine, Real World Evidence & Medical Excellence Human Pharma.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage RWE projects, including Non-Interventional Studies (NIS), Non-Trial Activities (NTA), Investigator-Initiated Studies (IIS), External Collaborative Research (ECR), and digital initiatives.
• Collaborate with Project Owners in Medical Affairs or Market Access teams and country organizations to ensure successful project execution across all phases (development, approval, conduct, reporting, and transparency).
• Set up and manage projects in relevant systems (e.g., CTMS, eCTMF, external funding platforms) while ensuring compliance with local/global regulations, SOPs, and safety/disclosure requirements.
• Facilitate communication and alignment between internal teams and external stakeholders (e.g., HCPs, CROs). Provide support to external collaborators for funding applications and activity management.
• Conduct gap analyses, develop local RWE plans, and integrate cross-functional perspectives to generate relevant data and evidence. Provide strategic input on RWE activities and ensure accurate oversight of project status and budgets.
• Lead CRO selection, contracting, and monitoring in collaboration with Medical Advisors, purchasing, and legal teams. Act as the primary contact for CROs.
• Serve as a key user for RWE systems (e.g., CTMS, eCTMF, disclosure platforms) and support cross-functional teams in process coordination, best practice sharing, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Relevant degree (e.g. MPH, MSc, BSc, or Ph.D. in epidemiology, health economics/ outcomes research, medicine, pharmacy/pharmacology, life sciences or similar) or other professional training combined with training and experience working with real-world data.
• Minimum 5 years of pharmaceutical industry experience with minimum 2 years of Real-World Evidence work experience.
• Experience in running clinical studies in the pharmaceutical industry or CRO e.g., database review, registry, is preferred.
• Excellent Knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry and drug development/commercialization process.
• Expertise in Real World Evidence design, execution, governance and reporting.
• Protocol writing, understanding of different types of data sources, methodologies, and relevant software
• Effective planning and analytical skills
• Collaborative and efficient project management.

What’s Next?

We are looking forward to receiving your application! We will then have a look at your profile. If we see a match, we will invite you for a screening interview.

Screening

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to a person’s actual or perceived race, including natural hairstyles, hair texture and protective hairstyles; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; citizenship status, marital status; gender, gender identity or expression; sexual orientation, mental, physical or intellectual disability, veteran status; pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other class or characteristic protected by applicable law.