Patient-Centered Outcomes Research (PCOR) Lead (Germany)

In this PCOR Lead role you drive the strategy and execution of patient-reported outcomes and broader clinical outcome assessment strategies. You generate robust patient experience evidence to demonstrate meaningful benefits of UCB solutions for decision-makers. You collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape PRO/COA development, interpretation, and regulatory interactions, while leading dissemination activities and external partnerships. This position blends scientific rigor with strategic influence to advance patient-centered outcomes across lifecycle stages.

• hybrid-first work model
• inclusive and caring culture
• equal opportunities
• global collaboration
• growth and development opportunities

• Lead development and implementation of PRO/COA strategies from early development through lifecycle
• Oversee selection, development, validation, interpretation and implementation of PRO/COA measures
• Provide expert input into regulatory and HTA briefing packages and study documents
• Lead scientific dissemination through publications and abstracts in line with strategy
• Build external partnerships to advance methodological frameworks and acceptance of patient experience evidence
• Act as an ambassador for patient experience value and collaborate with cross-functional teams

• Significant experience in PRO/COA or patient preference research within biopharma, medical device, or academia
• Experience in PRO/COA development, validation, and implementation with qualitative and quantitative methods
• Experience in clinical development, regulatory and HTA interactions
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, influencing, and cross-functional collaboration in a matrix organization
• Proven project leadership with managing complex global initiatives

• collaboration
• communication
• influencing
• PRO/COA development
• PRO/COA validation
• clinical research methodologies (qualitative and quantitative)