Data; RWD​/RWE Transformation Expert​/Project Manager

Details for the position are as follows:

• 6 month contract to start with the possibility of extension or conversion depending on performance and business needs
• Rate: $107-121 hr
• Location:
  
  Remote, with preference given to candidates located near Basking Ridge, NJ who are able to work in a hybrid capacity.

• We are seeking a seasoned RWD/RWE Transformation Expert/Project Manager to support the operationalization of a new RWD/E governance framework and operating model across the organization. This role will work closely with the PMO lead, medical/scientific stakeholders, and cross-functional business partners to ensure that new processes, roles, and decision pathways are adopted successfully and transitioned smoothly into business-as-usual (BAU) operations.
• The ideal contractor has deep knowledge of real-world data/evidence environments as well as strong experience in change management, operating model implementation, project management, and enterprise transformation.
• Lead implementation of the new RWD/RWE governance model, including committees, roles, workflows, documentation, and decision rights.
• Translate high-level governance designs into actionable processes and standard operating procedures (SOPs), guidance documents, and templates.
• Ensure alignment of governance processes with regulatory, privacy, quality, and compliance expectations.
• Partner with functional leaders to embed governance responsibilities and clarify accountability.
• PMO & Transformation Leadership
• Work side-by-side with the PMO lead to develop and execute a structured rollout plan with clear milestones, success metrics, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Drive cross-functional coordination and ensure consistent adoption across R&D, OBU, CSPV, JBU, ASCA, and GCS
• Support PMO reporting: progress updates, dashboards, status summaries, documentation of decisions, and change requests.
• Identify barriers to adoption and co-design solutions to remove operational barriers
• Change Management & Stakeholder Engagement
• Create and deliver change-management materials: communication plans, training decks, FAQs, onboarding guides, and workflow maps.
• Facilitate stakeholder workshops and training on new processes.
• Communicate complex RWD governance concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Build strong relationships across the organization to drive alignment and foster a culture of responsible data use.
• Transition to Business-as-Usual (BAU)
• Define and refine BAU ownership, process maintenance responsibilities, and long‑term governance checkpoints.
• Ensure governance processes are stable, scalable, and fully integrated with existing operational workflows.
• Monitor early BAU execution and provide course corrections as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in science, management, or related degree.
• 10+ years of experience in RWD/RWE, data governance, project management, or related roles.
• Proven track record leading organizational change, operating model transformations
• Strong understanding of the RWD/E lifecycle—data acquisition, curation, access, analysis, and evidence generation.
• Experience collaborating with PMO leads or project/program managers on complex, multi‑stakeholder initiatives
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.

• Experience in pharmaceutical/biotech RWE functions, data governance, or data strategy
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks (GDPR, HIPAA, data access policies).
• Background in management consulting, change management, or transformation programs.

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