Global Head of RWD Data Strategy & Technical Solutions

Labcorp is seeking a remote Global Head of RWD Data Strategy & Technical Solutions to join our team!

Location : Remote – United States

Applicants who live within 35 miles of either the Burlington NC or Durham NC location will follow a hybrid schedule. This schedule includes a minimum of three in office days per week at an assigned location either Burlington or Durham supporting both collaboration and flexibility.

Work Schedule: This is a full time exempt (salaried) position assigned to a First Shift schedule with standard business hours of Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in your local time zone. Business needs may occasionally require flexibility in work hours including earlier later or additional hours with reasonable notice provided when possible.

Job Responsibilities

Global Strategic Leadership

• Define and lead the Real‑World Data strategy to maximize the value of U.S. and international data assets while ensuring alignment with business priorities and evolving market needs.

• Develop and deliver therapeutic area strategies for global evidence generation and RWD solution development.

• Drive innovation by championing evidence‑based data products and solutions that support precision medicine personalized care and diversity‑focused research.

• Monitor industry regulatory and customer trends to inform strategic adjustments and competitive positioning.

Offering Development

• Oversee the design validation and commercialization of RWD offerings including predictive models risk stratification tools and epidemiological frameworks supporting clinical development and real‑world evidence.

• Ensure offerings reflect scientific integrity regulatory compliance privacy standards and industry best practices.

• Recommend strategies to respond to market dynamics including provider‑controlled data cloud‑based analytics multi‑modal evidence requirements and regulatory acceptance of high‑fidelity RWD.

• Identify opportunities for both breakthrough innovation and incremental growth.

Operational Excellence

• Identify ways to leverage AI tools to optimize operational models data pipelines and delivery frameworks for scalability efficiency and scientific rigor.

• Ensure high‑quality execution of RWD solutions with measurable customer and scientific impact.

• Maintain alignment with global data governance frameworks and ethical data standards.

Team Leadership

• Build mentor and lead a high‑performing cross‑disciplinary team of data scientific and commercial professionals.

• Foster a collaborative culture that emphasizes innovation accountability and customer value.

• Drive team performance toward annual growth and revenue objectives.

Additional Expertise

• Experience generating meaningful revenue using U.S. and international RWD across therapeutic areas such as immunology neurology cardio‑metabolic or maternal health.

• Experience delivering custom analytics using multi‑modal RWD.

Minimum Qualifications

• Advanced post‑baccalaureate degree in a clinical scientific or health‑related discipline.

• 10 or more years of experience in biopharma consulting or real‑world data solution development.

• 10 or more years of experience supporting pharmaceutical industry clients.

Preferred Qualifications

• Medical Doctor (MD) degree

• Background with enterprise IT systems data infrastructure networks or security.

• Hands‑on expertise in data analysis.

Additional Job Standards

• Experience scaling data‑driven products and leading Real‑World Data initiatives using U.S. and international data sources.

• Success in commercialization business development market expansion and strategic partnership development.

• Deep expertise in RWD strategy solution development and commercialization models such as B2B pharmaceutical partnerships and data cleanrooms.

• Strong external presence through industry engagement publications and client‑facing presentations.

• Technical proficiency in data analytics and emerging technologies including AI and machine learning in healthcare.

• Ability to build trust influence senior stakeholders and drive alignment in cross‑functional environments.

• Knowledge of regulatory privacy and security requirements for healthcare data.

• Communication skills enabling effective engagement with C‑suite executives and translation of technical concepts for non‑technical audiences.

• Entrepreneurial mindset with strength in innovation decision‑making and navigating fast‑paced complex environments.

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.

• Demonstrated agility in overcoming organizational challenges and driving high‑impact outcomes.

Application Window: 3/31/2026

Pay Range: $230-285k

All job offers will be based on a candidate’s skills and prior relevant experience applicable degrees/certifications as well as internal equity and market data. The position is also eligible for an annual bonus under the Labcorp Bonus Plan. Bonuses are payable based on corporate and/or business segment performance and are subject to individual performance modifiers.

Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical Dental Vision Life STD/LTD 401(k) Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO) Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Casual PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only. For more detailed information please click here .

Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color national origin sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) family or parental status marital civil union or domestic partnership status sexual orientation gender identity gender expression personal appearance age veteran status disability genetic information or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.

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