Patient Outcomes Research and Advocacy Manager – HQ – Spain

Almirall

Job title:

Patient Outcomes Research and Advocacy Manager – HQ – Spain

Company:

Almirall

Job description

MissionReporting to the RWE&OR Global Senior Director, the Patient Outcomes Research & Advocacy Manager will provide scientific expertise to research new and innovative Patient Reported Outcomes that can better demonstrate the burden of skin conditions and the value that our medicines can provide. Through deep strategic scientific working partnerships with Patient Advocacy Groups and Scientific Research Organisations, the Patient Outcomes Research & Advocacy Manager will include the voice of the patient from the very start of Almirall’s research program to ensure that Almirall continues to lead outcomes research in dermatology.Tasks and ResponsibilitiesStarting with desk-based research focused upon Patient Reported Outcomes, you will gain a deep understanding of the published literature. This will lead to identifying potential gaps/opportunities that have not been studied in dermatology. Through scientific discussions with Patient Advocacy Groups (PAGs) and Scientific Societies you will be able to develop new and meaningful endpoints that can be further developed and tested in our clinical development and RWE programs.Advocacy development:Identify and map out medical experts leading in the field of patient reported outcomes and value-based medicineEngage in peer-to-peer level scientific discussions to develop projects and long-term collaborations with key academic research centersRepresent Almirall as the main point of contact with International Scientific and Research organisations (eg EADV, WCD, SPIN, ISPOR)Identify and map out PAGs representing people suffering from skin conditions (eg. IFPA, Global Skin, EFA)Develop strong and effective collaborations with relevant international PAGs leading to a better understanding of the needs of patientsCollaborate with the scientific committee of PAGs to develop scientific solutions that better identify the needs of dermatology patients and develop new and innovative PROs that can be used in our clinical trial and RWE programs.Develop and maintain

  • A high level of scientific knowledge and expertise in dermatological conditions
  • A high level of expertise in designing and running studies – particularly RWE and OR
  • A thorough understanding of the current new product reimbursement system with a view to informing, educating and advising patient groups to ensure the patient voice is considered and that access to innovative medicines is delivered in a timely fashion
  • A thorough understanding of Healthcare Compliance Business Integrity

Define and developIn collaboration with Global Medical Affairs, Global Sustainability, Global R&D and Global Clinical Development teams – a patient group engagement and advocacy strategy at a corporate/global levelLead the Patient Engagement Initiatives Review Committee, ensuring all relevant patient initiatives are reviewed and endorsed, and effectively executedProvide expertise and support to the development of Global Medical Strategic plans/Clinical Development Plans (CDP) , Global Medical Affairs (GMA) activities and Global Corporate Strategic planSupport internal & external communication around specific Health Awareness Days/PAG initiatives, and work in close collaboration with Global Communication teams to highlight Almirall engagement with PAGs, Strengthen the image of Almirall, positioning Almirall as a patient centric company focused on making a positive impact upon patients’ livesMonitor progress against targets. Develop appropriate KPIs to monitor and report performance of programs and activities, quality of materials, for continued improvement in future activitiesEnsure that all deliverables are achieved within budget, with the highest standard of quality, in compliance with all applicable quality processes, external requirements, ethical standards, and business needsEducation and experience

  • Minimum Master’s degree in Life Science, PhD level preferrable
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in a Medical Affairs/R&D setting
  • Proven experience of developing RWE&OR data is mandatory
  • Professional experience in a Medical Expert Engagement/Patient Engagement or Advocacy, Public Affairs is highly preferred

Values and competencies

  • Strong and proven scientific knowledge in the life sciences
  • Strong scientific understanding of dermatology/immunology
  • Analysing and interpreting data/statistics
  • A passion for advocacy and for making a difference for patients by engaging with integrity in the scientific/academic society and patient organization sphere
  • Empathy and active listener
  • Proven leadership skills in cross-functional global & local teams
  • Innovative thinking and strategic mindset that possesses a natural skill to build and strengthen relationships with key internal and external stakeholders
  • Fluent written and spoken English language
  • Open for change and a flexible attitude can-do attitude
  • Results orientated

Expected salary

Location

España

Job date

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 03:49:09 GMT

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