Balkan Evidence Generation Manager

Balkan Evidence Generation Manager Make a difference through evidence. Transform data into impact. At AstraZeneca, we are driven by a shared purpose to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines to patients. Our Medical teams play a pivotal role in turning scientific innovation into meaningful outcomes, working across functions and with healthcare communities to generate the evidence and insights that shape clinical practice and improve patient care. We are looking for an experienced Evidence Generation Manager to bring deep expertise in Real World Evidence (RWE) and evidence generation. In this highly collaborative and strategic role, you will develop and deliver high-quality evidence that demonstrates the value of our medicines, informs product strategy and supports access for patients. What you’ll do As Balkan Evidence Generation Manager, you will provide scientific and strategic leadership across RWE and broader evidence-generation activities. You will partner with internal and external stakeholders to identify evidence gaps, develop research strategies and translate complex data into insights that support decision-making. Key responsibilities will include: • Develop, evaluate and deliver high-quality RWE and evidence-generation strategies aligned with product, medical and market access objectives. • Identify evidence gaps and opportunities, using Real World Data to understand unmet needs and inform strategic priorities. • Lead RWE and other evidence projects from research hypothesis and study design through execution, analysis, publication and communication. • Manage collaborations with academic institutions, research partners and CROs , ensuring projects are delivered to agreed timelines, budgets and quality standards. • Contribute evidence and scientific expertise to value demonstration plans, reimbursement and formulary submissions, HTA activities and regulatory discussions . • Identify and evaluate relevant external RWE data sources, methodologies and emerging approaches to evidence generation. • Provide scientific input into complex issues that may influence market access, reimbursement and product strategy. • Supervise and support colleagues involved in RWE, patient-reported outcomes, observational research and modelling activities. • Coach and mentor colleagues, building broader organisational knowledge and capability in RWE and evidence generation. • Build strong relationships across Medical, Market Access and other cross-functional teams, as well as with external scientific and healthcare stakeholders. • Champion innovative approaches, including novel study designs, advanced analytics, AI-enabled evidence generation and new Real World Data capabilities. • Maintain high standards of scientific integrity, compliance and operational excellence across all activities and external partnerships. Essential experience and skills You will bring strong scientific expertise combined with the ability to influence, collaborate and deliver within a complex pharmaceutical environment. We are looking for: • A Master’s degree in Biomedical Science, Medical Science or a related discipline , with an MD or equivalent advanced scientific qualification advantageous. • In-depth knowledge and practical experience of Real World Evidence, Real World Data and evidence-generation methodologies . • Strong knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry and the role evidence plays across medical strategy, product development, market access and healthcare decision-making. • Experience designing and managing observational research, RWE or other evidence-generation projects. • Experience working with external research organisations, academic partners, vendors or CROs. • Understanding of healthcare systems, H