Evidence Generation Strategy Lead - Epilepsy

UCB; Slough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the pharmaceutical industry is seeking an Evidence Generation Strategy Lead to manage RWE studies in epilepsy. In this role, you will provide expert guidance, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure the strategic planning of regional studies that align with market access needs. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in the pharmaceutical field, leadership capability, and the ability to influence across teams.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Experience in medical affairs/RWE, preferably R&D/clinical development.
• Knowledge of legal & regulatory requirements in R&D.

Responsibilities

• Accountability for strategic planning and execution of RWE studies in the epilepsy area.
• Design study concepts and translate them into protocols.
• Guide Clinical Development decisions on endpoints and patient populations.

Skills

Leadership

Influencing

Collaboration

Education

MSc education

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Evidence Generation Strategy Lead - Epilepsy, Slough

Client: UCB

Location: Slough, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 00be1ed4b777

Job Views: 2

Posted: 02.06.2025

Expiry Date: 17.07.2025

Job Description:

Make your mark for patients

We are looking for an Evidence Generation Strategy Lead to join our Patient Value Neurology Group, based at our HQ in Brussels, Belgium or Slough, UK.

About the role

Accountability for strategic planning and leading regional Europe Epilepsy and Rare Syndrome RWE studies/Evidence Generation (EG). Activities across products/indications as defined within the Neurology therapeutic area, aligned with global/regional/local EG strategy, Launch, and Market Access needs.

What you’ll do

• Provide expert input to evidence generation initiatives planned and managed by local cross-functional teams across EU, supporting Launch and Market Access activities.
• Help shape the use and acceptance of RWE in the external environment, collaborating with relevant internal roles.
• Contribute as a subject matter expert in Clinical Study Teams and RWE practices.
• Participate in relevant regional and global teams, including leading the EU Integrated Strategic Evidence Generation group.
• Serve as the primary contact and owner for RWE EU ERSO studies for vendors and internal stakeholders, including budget management.
• Design study concepts, translate them into study protocols, and collaborate with internal cross-functional roles.
• Guide Clinical Development decisions on endpoints, patient populations, and RWE tools.
• Oversee and be accountable for the execution of RWE studies and projects, including interim and final results, interpretation, and communication of outcomes.
• Develop and disseminate evidence in peer-reviewed journals and congresses, following the Strategic Publication Plan and Patient Value Brand Plans.
• Collaborate with local medical teams and RWE partners to identify potential countries and sites, and engage Key Opinion Leaders and professional organizations.

Who you’ll work with

Work closely with RWE Practice, Clinical Development, Patient Safety, Market Access, Data Analytics, Medical Affairs, and collaborate with Global Medical Product Leads.

Interested? Requirements

• Minimum MSc education
• Significant experience in the pharmaceutical industry
• Experience in medical affairs/RWE, and preferably R&D/clinical development and publications
• Knowledge of legal & regulatory requirements in R&D, including post-marketing research and NIS
• Understanding of clinical practice and RWE generation methodology
• Ability to translate pharma and healthcare trends into opportunities via RWE
• Leadership and influence in matrix organizations
• Proven leadership of cross-functional teams

If you’re ready to ‘go beyond’ and create value for patients, we’d love to hear from you!