Associate Strategy Director (Associate Consultant) - Clinical Development - Evinova

Introduction to role    Are you ready to make a difference in the world of digital health? As   a   member of the Digital   Strategy   Team   within   Evinova   you will partner with   both   AstraZeneca R&D ,   Top 10   pharmaceutical companies &   biotechs   to   support   develop ment   and   implementation of   A I   and   digital health s trategies & s olutions that accelerate clinical development and enhance patient outcomes. This dynamic role combines strategy consulting   &   solution design , all driving   value realization for   Evinova .    If you have experience   in Clinical Development   and   the ability to   work with a consulting mindset   & problem solve   with internal and external stakeholders , this is the opportunity for you!   This is a hybrid position with a requirement to work in our Boston office three days a week. Accountabilities   Strategic Partnering:   Provide project management and material development for clients   across clinical development, clinical operations, and medical. Shape digital strategies, develop operating models, and roadmaps that align with the development portfolio and individual assets.   Project   engagement :   supporting   member of   project   / engagement   teams t o develop   & deliver   digital health   strateg ies , with the ability to develop into project   director , owning   engagement delivery.   Digital Health Strategy & Solutioning:   Conducting analysis on problem statements , solution options, vendor landscapes, and selection criteria for digital solutions including patient recruitment, remote data   collection   and monitoring, ePRO/ eCOA , digital biomarkers, and patient engagement platforms.   AI   Pulse :   Maintain   a strong pulse on trends in AI tools transforming   clinical development,   operations   and processes, bringing forward pragmatic, value-led innovations   that deliver value   across portfolios.   Protocol Development Support: Contribute to study protocol design where digital tools are used (e.g., endpoint rationale, sensor selection, sampling frequency, feasibility, burden, data flows, and risk management). Ensure alignment with therapeutic area strategy and regulatory expectations.   Protocol Feasibility and Execution:   Utilize   tools to support clinical development and operations teams in   optimizing   protocols through AI-driven solutions to minimize cost, accelerate timelines, improve   patient   and site experience, and minimize environmental impact without compromising scientific quality.   Implementation & Evaluation:   Support   pilots and scaled implementations of digital health technologies, including feasibility studies, validation frameworks, vendor due diligence, interoperability planning, data governance, and change management.    Essential Skills/Experience   Experience:  minimum of 3 -5   years in   Clinical Development. Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, engineering, data science, or related field. Strong AI capabilities including   demonstrated   understanding of the role AI will play in drug discovery and development.   Exceptional project management and communication skills , including   demonstrated   ability to build   and   maintain   trusted   relationships.    Therapeutic Area Exposure: Experience with one or more   therapeutic area, across Oncology,   CVRM , R espiratory/Immunology,   Infectious Diseases and/or rare disease,   where digital endpoints are emerging.   Project   Accountability:   Demonstrated   significant contributions to   projects in clinical development teams, from initiation through delivery.     Desirable Skills/Experience   Advanced degree (MS, MPH, PhD, PharmD, MBA) is preferred.   Digital Health Delivery: Proven   track record   evaluating and implementing digital health solutions (e.g., wearables, sensors, ePRO/ eCOA , DHT-enabled endpoints, trial delivery   capabilities, patient apps/portals), including regulatory knowledge and technical fluency.   Experience in   pharmaceutical / healthcare   consulting, either as part of a dedicated consulting organisation ( eg   management consulting firm) or an internal pharmaceutical company consulting function.    Technical Landscape Expertise: Familiarity with   eCOA , sensor/wearable trial design and delivery vendors; experience running RFPs and technical due diligence.      Validation & Qualification: Experience with analytical/clinical validation of digital measures, human factors engineering, and usability studies.     Product Mindset: Background in product management for digital tools or platforms used in trials or patient support.   The annual base pay (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from 142,171.2 to 213,250.8 USD. Our positions offer eligibility for various incentives—an opportunity to receive short-term incentive bonuses, equity-based awards for salaried roles and commissions for sales roles. Benefits offered include qualified retirement programs, paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves), as well as health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.   At AstraZeneca, we believe in the potential of our people, and you’ll develop beyond what you thought possible. We make the most of your skills and passion by actively supporting you to see what you can achieve no matter where you start with us. As a Statistical Programming Director, you’ll play a pivotal role in channeling our scientific capabilities to make a positive impact on changing patients’ lives and join us on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare. AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination. AstraZeneca is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. Such accommodation is available on request in respect of all aspects of the recruitment, assess