Real World Evidence Lead Endo-Metabolic, Global Rare Diseases

In this role you drive the global Real World Evidence (RWE) strategy for the Endo-Met portfolio, aligning evidence plans with research and commercial goals. You lead cross-functional execution, shaping partnerships and data sourcing to inform regulatory, payer, and clinical decisions. You’ll advance innovative methodologies and publish impactful insights while building RWE capabilities across regions. This is a chance to influence asset strategy and contribute to transformative healthcare in rare diseases.

• pension
• private medical insurance
• wellbeing programme
• flexible benefits programme
• relocation support
• remote work options

• Lead the global RWE strategy for the Endo-Met GRD portfolio and ensure integration into regulatory, payer, and clinical decision-making
• Increase integration of real-world data sources to strengthen evidence-based decision making across development, regulatory, and commercialization phases
• Develop and maintain the integrated evidence generation plan (IEGP) in collaboration with cross-functional partners
• Build and scale RWE capabilities, processes, and infrastructure to support global and local evidence generation
• Identify, evaluate, and execute external RWD partnerships and data acquisition strategies, including due diligence and governance
• Provide senior scientific leadership in observational research, epidemiology, and RWE methodologies
• Champion adoption of AI/ML and advanced analytics in RWE generation
• Oversee governance of studies, registries, and non-interventional programs ensuring alignment with strategic priorities
• Represent Chiesi externally in scientific forums and drive publication strategy for RWE insights
• Lead cross-functional teams in a matrix environment, managing budgets, timelines, and resources with mentorship of junior staff

• Advanced degree (PhD, DrPH, MD, PharmD, MSc) in epidemiology, public health, health economics, or related field
• 8+ years of experience in RWE, HEOR, epidemiology, or observational research in pharma/biotech or related setting
• Proven success in leading RWE strategy at asset or portfolio level
• Strong experience with real-world data sources (claims, EHR, registries, etc.)
• Track record of building partnerships and influencing senior stakeholders
• Experience supporting regulatory and/or market access use of RWE
• Deep expertise in epidemiology and RWE methodologies
• Ability to translate evidence into business and clinical impact
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and cross-functional leadership
• Strong executive communication skills
• Experience with advanced analytics, AI/ML, and innovative RWE approaches
• Ability to shape data strategy and infrastructure decisions
• Strong governance and oversight of multi-country studies and programs
• Ability to manage competing priorities and large-scale initiatives

• Leadership and people management
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Stakeholder influence and negotiation
• Observational research design
• Epidemiology and RWE methodologies
• AI/ML and advanced analytics in RWE