Real-World Data (RWD) / Real-World Evidence (RWE)

Employment as a Contingent Worker aligns well with individuals seeking career flexibility and non-traditional work arrangements, while also being motivated to produce exceptional results in prominent roles. Magnit Direct Source is a service provided by Magnit Global that connects top-tier talent directly to an industry-leading company. Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. and Magnit Global, in collaboration, offer flexible contingent assignments across diverse projects creating opportunities for engaging work. As a Contingent Worker, you will not be employed Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. You will be employed by our Managed Service Provider, Magnit Global, which oversees the majority of our temporary contract recruitment. Job Schedule: Remote / Hybrid (flexible) Job Overview: 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 candidate 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. Key Responsibilities: Governance & Operating Model Deployment · 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. Requirements: · 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. · Ability to manage ambiguity and drive structure in evolving environments. Preferred: · 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. · Contractor role with flexible hours based on project needs. · May require occasional in-person workshops or stakeholder sessions. Education: • Bachelor’s degree in science, management, or related degree. Hourly Pay Rate Range (dependent on location, experience, expectation) The pay range that Magnit reasonably expects to pay for this position is: $91.07-$121.43/ per hour Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K (provided minimum eligibility hours are met) Apply tot his job