Executive Director, Feasibility & Evidence Strategy

As a pharmaceutical support industry leader, UBC is devoted to empowering health solutions for a better tomorrow. We take pride in improving patient outcomes and advancing healthcare. At UBC, we provide services to enhance the entire drug development process and commercialization lifecycle - from clinical trial support to real-world evidence generation.
    
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Executive Director, Feasibility & Evidence Strategy Role Purpose: Lead UBC’s strategic feasibility and evidence-generation design function to create market-leading solutions for post-marketing research, value demonstration, hybrid studies, and registration-support trials. Combines strategic feasibility leadership with innovative study design and includes a billable component for active projects. Reports To: VP, Global Strategy & Integrated Delivery Key Responsibilities: Strategic Feasibility & Risk Assessment

• Conduct proactive, data-driven feasibility analyses.

• Evaluate patient population, country/site selection, protocol complexity, and regulatory landscape

• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies. Differentiated Study Design & Evidence Strategy

• Serve as a thought leader in modern study methodologies, applying deep expertise to design innovative, fit-for-purpose research architectures.

• Develop tailored study designs that incorporate advanced approaches such as:

▪ Interoperability technologies

▪ Real-world data (RWD) integration

▪ Decentralized and hybrid trial models

▪ Devices and wearables

▪ Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning

▪ RWE-driven database studies

• Build and maintain strong partnerships with site networks, third-party solution providers, and RWD vendors, ensuring these capabilities are effectively integrated into UBC’s research offerings.

• Provide strategic guidance on when and how to leverage these methodologies to optimize trial success.

• Translate complex design concepts into clear, compelling client-facing strategies and contribute to UBC’s marketing and thought leadership initiatives. Business Development & Strategic Support

• Provide methodological and operational input for proposals and bid defenses.

• Identify, onboard, cultivate, and govern strategic partnerships with site networks, third-party solutions, and RWD vendors. Stakeholder Collaboration & Leadership

• Act as technical expert and liaison across BD, study teams, and site operations.

• Lead feasibility processes from initial assessment through delivery.

• Maintain deep industry knowledge Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 12–15+ years in clinical research or related field.

• Deep expertise in site operations and landscaping, feasibility analysis, RWD, decentralized trials, and modernized study design.

• Strong scientific, analytical, and strategic thinking skills.

• Ability to collaborate across functions and influence senior stakeholders.

• Excellent writing and presentation skills for client-facing deliverables.

Benefits:

At UBC, employee growth and well-being are always at the forefront. We offer an extensive range of benefits to ensure that you have everything you need to thrive personally and professionally. 

Here are some of the exciting perks UBC offers:

• Competitive salaries
• Growth opportunities for promotion
• 401K with company match*
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible work environment
• Discretionary PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Paid Holidays
• Employee assistance programs 
• Medical, Dental, and vision coverage
• HSA/FSA
• Telemedicine (Virtual doctor appointments)
• Wellness program
• Adoption assistance
• Short term disability
• Long term disability
• Life insurance
• Discount programs

UBC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class. We are committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture that fosters respect for each other, our clients, and our patients.

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