IQVIA LLC
Reading, Berkshire
Head of Patient Science, Instrument Development & Thought LeadershipApplylocations: Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdomtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R Join us on our exciting journey! IQVIATM is The Human Data Science CompanyTM, focused on using data and science to help healthcare clients find better solutions for their patients. Formed through the merger of IMS Health and Quintiles, IQVIA offers a broad range of solutions that harness advances in healthcare information, Technology, analytics and human ingenuity to drive healthcare forward. The Instrument Development and Thought Leadership Segment Instrument Development: This team is responsible for the development of new clinical outcome instruments, expansion and enhancement of existing instruments, with a focus on specific priority therapeutic area. Collaborative &Y. Advisory: Given the team's expertise in instrument development and client consulting and delivery, team members support where appropriate client consulting engagement with the PACT team and collaborate with therapeutics centers of excellence. Thought leadership is the final area of focus: This includes white papers, manuscripts/publications, podium presentations; posters and books. Coordination with the PACT team, clients, industry thought leaders, regulators, patient advocacy groups and other stakeholders is a critical component of our thought leadership. The role The Head of Patient and Instrument Science and Thought Leadership leads the strategic, scientific and regulatory development of Clinical Outcomes Assessments (COAs) and Composite Measures. COA's include: Patient-Centered Research patient-reported outcomes (PROs), observer-reported outcomes (ObsROs), and clinician-reported outcomes (ClinROs). These instruments are used by BioPharmaceutical and Medical Device organization in clinical trials and real-world studies and by Health Care Physicians in day-today clinical practice.This individual is responsible for ensuring that the patient perspective is rigorously measured and incorporated into drug development, measurement endpoint strategy, regulatory submissions, and commercialization using behavioral and measurement science. Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership: Define instrument development strategies across therapeutic areas, ensuring alignment with Instrument Licensing & Services, R&DS Therapeutic Area Priorities and R&DS goals, FDA/EMA guidance on patient-focused drug development (PFDD), and HTA requirements. Scientific Excellence: Lead the development, validation, and implementation of new and existing COA instruments, including psychometric evaluation, qualitative research, and endpoint definition. Support the Scientific & Strategic Research Consulting team in their client facing COA endpoint strategy projects as needed. Regulatory Engagement: Lead interactions with regulatory bodies (FDA, EMA) regarding newly developed COAs designed to replace older declining in relevance COAs. Methodological Expertise: Direct the use of advanced methodologies, with a heavy focus on Domains of Health, including Digital Measurement Plans, eCOA (electronic COA) strategies, and Patient Experience Data (PED) analytics. Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with Instrument Licensing & Services (IQVIA Quality Metric), Strategic & Scientific Research, R&DS Design & Delivery Innovation including the TSSU/Therapeutic Area COE, clinical operations, biometrics, regulatory, and commercial teams build, expand and enhance COA utility in measuring meaningful change in health. Team Leadership: Mentor and build a team of experienced and burgeoning scientists, guiding them in COA methodologies and scientific best practices. Participate in acquisition science and staff integration as relates to COA assets and scientific SME's. External Representation: Act as a recognized expert in the field, representing the company at scientific conferences (e.g., ISPOR, ISOQOL, CPATH, etc) and in industry consortia. Required Qualifications & Skills - our ideal candidate will have: Education: Advanced degree (PhD, Master's, or equivalent) in Psychology, Behavioral measurement, Health Services Research, Epidemiology, Pharmacy, Public Health, or a related discipline. Experience: 10+ years of professional experience in COA/outcomes research within pharmaceutical, CRO, or consultancy settings, with a strong track record of publications. Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of COA methodology, psychometrics, FDA/EMA regulatory guidelines on patient-focused drug development, and qualitative research methods. Communication: Excellent scientific writing and verbal skills, with the ability to communicate complex data to regulatory bodies and internal senior leadership. Influencing & Relationship Development: Proven influencing skills at the senior management level, have the presence and credibility to engage and influence senior leaders across multi-geographies and functions. Demonstrated success building effective relationships with a broad spectrum of global stakeholders (e.g., senior leaders, business and technical teams, GTM, and customers) Leadership: Proven experience in managing high-performing teams, building talent, and influencing cross-functional stakeholders. Promotes information sharing and demonstrates flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment and effectively manage change.We know that meaningful results require not only the right approach but also the right people . Regardless of your role, we invite you to reimagine healthcare with us. You will have the opportunity to play an important part in helping our clients drive healthcare forward and Whatever your career goals, we are here to ensure you get there! We invite you to join IQVIATM. IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.
Head of Patient Science, Instrument Development & Thought LeadershipApplylocations: Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdomtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R Join us on our exciting journey! IQVIATM is The Human Data Science CompanyTM, focused on using data and science to help healthcare clients find better solutions for their patients. Formed through the merger of IMS Health and Quintiles, IQVIA offers a broad range of solutions that harness advances in healthcare information, Technology, analytics and human ingenuity to drive healthcare forward. The Instrument Development and Thought Leadership Segment Instrument Development: This team is responsible for the development of new clinical outcome instruments, expansion and enhancement of existing instruments, with a focus on specific priority therapeutic area. Collaborative &Y. Advisory: Given the team's expertise in instrument development and client consulting and delivery, team members support where appropriate client consulting engagement with the PACT team and collaborate with therapeutics centers of excellence. Thought leadership is the final area of focus: This includes white papers, manuscripts/publications, podium presentations; posters and books. Coordination with the PACT team, clients, industry thought leaders, regulators, patient advocacy groups and other stakeholders is a critical component of our thought leadership. The role The Head of Patient and Instrument Science and Thought Leadership leads the strategic, scientific and regulatory development of Clinical Outcomes Assessments (COAs) and Composite Measures. COA's include: Patient-Centered Research patient-reported outcomes (PROs), observer-reported outcomes (ObsROs), and clinician-reported outcomes (ClinROs). These instruments are used by BioPharmaceutical and Medical Device organization in clinical trials and real-world studies and by Health Care Physicians in day-today clinical practice.This individual is responsible for ensuring that the patient perspective is rigorously measured and incorporated into drug development, measurement endpoint strategy, regulatory submissions, and commercialization using behavioral and measurement science. Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership: Define instrument development strategies across therapeutic areas, ensuring alignment with Instrument Licensing & Services, R&DS Therapeutic Area Priorities and R&DS goals, FDA/EMA guidance on patient-focused drug development (PFDD), and HTA requirements. Scientific Excellence: Lead the development, validation, and implementation of new and existing COA instruments, including psychometric evaluation, qualitative research, and endpoint definition. Support the Scientific & Strategic Research Consulting team in their client facing COA endpoint strategy projects as needed. Regulatory Engagement: Lead interactions with regulatory bodies (FDA, EMA) regarding newly developed COAs designed to replace older declining in relevance COAs. Methodological Expertise: Direct the use of advanced methodologies, with a heavy focus on Domains of Health, including Digital Measurement Plans, eCOA (electronic COA) strategies, and Patient Experience Data (PED) analytics. Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with Instrument Licensing & Services (IQVIA Quality Metric), Strategic & Scientific Research, R&DS Design & Delivery Innovation including the TSSU/Therapeutic Area COE, clinical operations, biometrics, regulatory, and commercial teams build, expand and enhance COA utility in measuring meaningful change in health. Team Leadership: Mentor and build a team of experienced and burgeoning scientists, guiding them in COA methodologies and scientific best practices. Participate in acquisition science and staff integration as relates to COA assets and scientific SME's. External Representation: Act as a recognized expert in the field, representing the company at scientific conferences (e.g., ISPOR, ISOQOL, CPATH, etc) and in industry consortia. Required Qualifications & Skills - our ideal candidate will have: Education: Advanced degree (PhD, Master's, or equivalent) in Psychology, Behavioral measurement, Health Services Research, Epidemiology, Pharmacy, Public Health, or a related discipline. Experience: 10+ years of professional experience in COA/outcomes research within pharmaceutical, CRO, or consultancy settings, with a strong track record of publications. Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of COA methodology, psychometrics, FDA/EMA regulatory guidelines on patient-focused drug development, and qualitative research methods. Communication: Excellent scientific writing and verbal skills, with the ability to communicate complex data to regulatory bodies and internal senior leadership. Influencing & Relationship Development: Proven influencing skills at the senior management level, have the presence and credibility to engage and influence senior leaders across multi-geographies and functions. Demonstrated success building effective relationships with a broad spectrum of global stakeholders (e.g., senior leaders, business and technical teams, GTM, and customers) Leadership: Proven experience in managing high-performing teams, building talent, and influencing cross-functional stakeholders. Promotes information sharing and demonstrates flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment and effectively manage change.We know that meaningful results require not only the right approach but also the right people . Regardless of your role, we invite you to reimagine healthcare with us. You will have the opportunity to play an important part in helping our clients drive healthcare forward and Whatever your career goals, we are here to ensure you get there! We invite you to join IQVIATM. IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.
IQVIA LLC
Reading, Berkshire
Patient & Site Engagement Operations Manager - Sponsor Dedicated (m/w/d)Skip to main content & Site Engagement Operations Manager - Sponsor Dedicated (m/w/d) page is loaded Patient & Site Engagement Operations Manager - Sponsor Dedicated (m/w/d)Applylocations: Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom: Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom: Barcelona, Spain: Madrid, Spaintime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R Job Overview Collaborate with pre and post award stakeholders to manage the coordination, planning, quality and implementation of Patient Recruitment and Retention operational plans on small/mid size studies. Position may be responsible for the implementation of smaller programs in their entirety. Communicate with sponsors and project teams to implement and monitor impact of the recruitment/retention tactical plan; make additional operational and tactical recommendations as needed based on study performance. Collaborate with internal teams and external providers to deliver all appropriate tactics associated with the recruitment/retention strategy. Represent IQVIA Patient Recruitment at site/sponsor-facing meetings (i.e. KOM, IM, F2F/LL, etc.) to present strategy/rationale, train CRAs and site staff, and conduct recruitment support workshops as required. Ownership for study KPI and financial performance. Essential Functions • Work together with strategy team to translate recruitment and retention strategy into operational and tactical plans to positively impact recruitment and retention rates for assigned projects • Serve as internal consultant to project teams to implement operational recruitment plans on new and/or existing projects needing recruitment and retention services • Manage the scope of work, objectives, quality of deliverables, and other activities of assigned projects (based on scope, may co-manage or independently manage these projects) • Serve as primary operational project contact for patient recruitment and retention programs with sponsor to ensure appropriate communication channels are maintained and reporting schedules adhered to as required • Management of assigned project budget(s) to meet financial and company goals (realization targets) • Coordinate operational and tactical related project activities for study team and sponsor to ensure that overall project milestones are met • Develop and implement risk management plans for minimizing impact on project objectives and deliverables • Other duties as assigned by Management • Maintain knowledge of current recruitment trends, vendors, and technologies to increase productivity and recommend additional support as needed • Leverage internal intelligence to support and refine strategy on assigned projects • Provide technical expertise as able in support of project specific and interdepartmental training efforts • Support continued process improvement to ensure quality in the department• Performing executional task to manage vendors and patient advocacy groups ( e.g. vendor budgets, totality, PO requests, change orders, contracting compliance submission invoice reconciliations, etc)• Liasing with vendor accoutn manager to ensure impact tracking on PSE activities and corresponding digital assets• Ensuring timely PSE related updates to data systems (e.g., DEICT dasboard, vTMF); supporting PSE manager in pulling relevant reports.• Coordinating schedules among internal and external stakeholders to suppport meetings planning for PSE activities.• Undertaking logistical components for congress/conference planning for R&D activities.• Participating in cross - DU PSE forums/community of practice to share learning and best practices. Qualifications • Bachelor's Degree Health care or other scientific discipline or educational equivalent Req • 6 yrs. of relevant industry experience. Equivalent combination of education, training and experience. • In depth knowledge of the drug development processes across all functional areas • Knowledge and ability to apply GCP/ICH and applicable regulatory guidelines • Excellent organizational and problem solving skills • Effective time management skills and ability to manage competing priorities • Strong interpersonal skills effective presentation skills • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers and clients • Computer skills including proficiency in aspects of data analysis and presentation software, Microsoft Word, and Excel • Good written and verbal communication skills including good command of English • Ability to influence effectively within SPN/PRP team and project teams including TSL, PL, CL, CRA and the customerThe candidate may be based in any EMEA country, as long as their time zone is no more than six hours ahead of US Eastern Time. Candidates located beyond this range are also welcome to apply, provided they are willing to work later hours approximately 80% of the time to support collaboration with US-based teams. Please note This role is not eligible for UK visa sponsorship IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.
Patient & Site Engagement Operations Manager - Sponsor Dedicated (m/w/d)Skip to main content & Site Engagement Operations Manager - Sponsor Dedicated (m/w/d) page is loaded Patient & Site Engagement Operations Manager - Sponsor Dedicated (m/w/d)Applylocations: Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom: Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom: Barcelona, Spain: Madrid, Spaintime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R Job Overview Collaborate with pre and post award stakeholders to manage the coordination, planning, quality and implementation of Patient Recruitment and Retention operational plans on small/mid size studies. Position may be responsible for the implementation of smaller programs in their entirety. Communicate with sponsors and project teams to implement and monitor impact of the recruitment/retention tactical plan; make additional operational and tactical recommendations as needed based on study performance. Collaborate with internal teams and external providers to deliver all appropriate tactics associated with the recruitment/retention strategy. Represent IQVIA Patient Recruitment at site/sponsor-facing meetings (i.e. KOM, IM, F2F/LL, etc.) to present strategy/rationale, train CRAs and site staff, and conduct recruitment support workshops as required. Ownership for study KPI and financial performance. Essential Functions • Work together with strategy team to translate recruitment and retention strategy into operational and tactical plans to positively impact recruitment and retention rates for assigned projects • Serve as internal consultant to project teams to implement operational recruitment plans on new and/or existing projects needing recruitment and retention services • Manage the scope of work, objectives, quality of deliverables, and other activities of assigned projects (based on scope, may co-manage or independently manage these projects) • Serve as primary operational project contact for patient recruitment and retention programs with sponsor to ensure appropriate communication channels are maintained and reporting schedules adhered to as required • Management of assigned project budget(s) to meet financial and company goals (realization targets) • Coordinate operational and tactical related project activities for study team and sponsor to ensure that overall project milestones are met • Develop and implement risk management plans for minimizing impact on project objectives and deliverables • Other duties as assigned by Management • Maintain knowledge of current recruitment trends, vendors, and technologies to increase productivity and recommend additional support as needed • Leverage internal intelligence to support and refine strategy on assigned projects • Provide technical expertise as able in support of project specific and interdepartmental training efforts • Support continued process improvement to ensure quality in the department• Performing executional task to manage vendors and patient advocacy groups ( e.g. vendor budgets, totality, PO requests, change orders, contracting compliance submission invoice reconciliations, etc)• Liasing with vendor accoutn manager to ensure impact tracking on PSE activities and corresponding digital assets• Ensuring timely PSE related updates to data systems (e.g., DEICT dasboard, vTMF); supporting PSE manager in pulling relevant reports.• Coordinating schedules among internal and external stakeholders to suppport meetings planning for PSE activities.• Undertaking logistical components for congress/conference planning for R&D activities.• Participating in cross - DU PSE forums/community of practice to share learning and best practices. Qualifications • Bachelor's Degree Health care or other scientific discipline or educational equivalent Req • 6 yrs. of relevant industry experience. Equivalent combination of education, training and experience. • In depth knowledge of the drug development processes across all functional areas • Knowledge and ability to apply GCP/ICH and applicable regulatory guidelines • Excellent organizational and problem solving skills • Effective time management skills and ability to manage competing priorities • Strong interpersonal skills effective presentation skills • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers and clients • Computer skills including proficiency in aspects of data analysis and presentation software, Microsoft Word, and Excel • Good written and verbal communication skills including good command of English • Ability to influence effectively within SPN/PRP team and project teams including TSL, PL, CL, CRA and the customerThe candidate may be based in any EMEA country, as long as their time zone is no more than six hours ahead of US Eastern Time. Candidates located beyond this range are also welcome to apply, provided they are willing to work later hours approximately 80% of the time to support collaboration with US-based teams. Please note This role is not eligible for UK visa sponsorship IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.