Patient Engagement Strategy Director

Precision for Medicine's uniquely integrated offering enables the science of precision medicine by combining novel clinical trial designs, industry-leading operational and medical experts, advanced biomarker and data analytics solutions, and an unequivocal real passion for rare diseases and oncology, in addition to working across other therapeutic areas.

We are revolutionizing the attack on cancer—and we are passionate about helping you harness its power. We strike tumors on a molecular level using biomarkers to link specific mutations to specific treatments. We combine deep science with deep data from advanced technological platforms, then layer on specialized expertise in the design and execution of targeted, adaptive clinical trials. Ultimately, we deliver robust insights that inform real-time decisions—and optimize the oncology development pathway.

Due to our continued growth, we are seeking a Patient Engagement Strategy Director.  As Patient Engagement Strategy Director you will be a core member of the expert team within the Feasibility Department of Precision for Medicine. You will play a critical role in developing patient engagement strategies to optimize clinical trial participation, retention, and compliance. This position involves leading the creation of compelling proposals, understanding, and incorporating patient’s needs, views and experiences, and sharing this information at bid pursuit meetings, to ensure successful study execution.

The main responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Leadership:

• Lead the pre-award patient engagement strategy service for the organization.
• Provide management support to the Precision Clinical Solutions Feasibility functional area.
• Support the establishment and maintenance of a feasibility expertise and information centre that can be consulted pre- and post- study award.

Proposal Development:

• Lead the development of patient engagement proposals and budgets for new business opportunities.
• Ensure proposals are tailored to meet client needs and highlight the organization’s patient engagement capabilities.

Feasibility Assessment:

• Conduct comprehensive patient feasibility assessments to understand potential barriers that patients and care partners may face when considering clinical trial participation on specific studies.
• Build strategies that proactively address barriers, informing study design and planning.

Strategic Planning:

• Identify and leverage innovative approaches to enhance patient and care partner trial access and experience, striving for health equity.
• Develop patient engagement strategies to optimize patient recruitment, retention, and compliance in clinical trials.

Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Support Business Development in client meetings and bid defense presentation.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including Business Development, Operational Strategy, clients, patient advisors, and patient advocacy groups.
• Communicate patient engagement strategies and feasibility findings to stakeholders effectively.
• Represent the organization at industry conferences, workshops, and other forums to promote patient engagement initiatives.

Data Analysis and Reporting:

• Utilize data-driven insights to inform patient engagement strategies and feasibility assessments.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of patient engagement initiatives, providing regular reports to senior leadership.
• Identify trends and opportunities for continuous improvement in patient engagement practices.

Skills and Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree [or international equivalent] or equivalent experience ideally in a scientific or healthcare discipline.

Experience:

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in patient engagement, proposals, or business development in clinical research, and/or demonstrated competencies in the key requirements of the role.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful patient engagement strategies.
• Experience in conducting patient feasibility assessments.

Skills:

• Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Comprehensive understanding of drug development processes, clinical research, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate others.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Passion for patient-centric approaches and improving patient experiences in clinical trials.
• High level of integrity and ethical standards.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Fluency in English
• Demonstrated understanding of financial management.
• Demonstrates professionalism as evidenced by punctuality, ability to deliver on commitments, and positive interactions with customers and teammates.
• Collects and analyzes data of a consistently high standard.