Associate Director, Global Integrated Evidence Operations

Summary

The Global Integrated Evidence Operations, Associate Director role oversees and coordinates the operational processes, digital system support, and governance for Global Integrated Evidence & Innovation (GIE&I), which includes responsibility for operating models, system readiness, and process adherence for integrated evidence planning (IEP) and generation programs across the enterprise. In addition, the role will play a crucial role in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of general department operations to support timely and transparent delivery of high impact evidence.

• Support the creation and management ofIEPprogramwith a focus on operational efficiency by building out andmaintainingdigital planning platform/repository
• Track and report
  
  IEP programupdatesto leadership
• Overseethe digital
  
  IEPplanning platform/repository andmonitordata quality
• Ensure operational excellence through the continued development and implementation of standardized processes, tools, and governance forIEPand generation
• Contribute to the development of operational KPIs and dashboards tomonitorperformance and drive continuous improvement forIEPplanning and generation
• Lead enterprise training,change management, and capability building for systems, process, and governance
• Support evidence planning governance to ensure alignment with asset vision and strategic objectives
• Support evidence generation governance to oversee the execution of evidence generation activities.
• Contribute strategic thinking and thought partnership forevidenceoperations,system sand governance
• Recommend process improvements and efficiencies to leadership
• Develop andmaintainrelationships with colleagues involved in theIEP, evidencegenerationand governance processes.

• Bachelor's degree in drug development or business management.
• 5+ years of experience in life sciences or project management supporting research needs.
• Proven track recordin program management with matrixed teams in health or life sciences.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to prioritize tasks andfocuswork accordingly.
• Capability to synthesize large amountsof data into meaningful content.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills for diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent project, time management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive under pressure, meet deadlines, and lead parallel projects.
• Competence in drug development lifecycle and scientific understanding of assets.

• Formal training or certification in project management methodologies (PMP, Six Sigma, Agile).
• Experience in developing IEPs or managing complex processes across cross-functional stakeholders.
• Experience in leading or working closely with leadership governance
• Successful execution and management of multiple projects supporting life sciences research.
• Technical experience in drug development/commercialization.
• Knowledge of drug development lifecycle functions such as Discovery, Clinical Trials, and Regulatory.
• Experience with digital technology to support management of planning and research

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 $ - Maximum $, plus incentive opportunity:
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