Head of Lab Composite Measures Science & Integration

About the role

The Head of Lab Composite Measures Science & Integration leads the strategic, scientific and regulatory development of laboratory- and genomic-enabled composite and companion measures, in partnership with IQVIA Labs and external partners. The solutions are used by biopharma and medical-device companies in clinical trials and real-world studies, and by healthcare professionals in routine practice. The role ensures that the patient perspective is rigorously measured and integrated into drug-development strategy, clinical outcome assessment endpoints, regulatory submissions and commercialization.

Key responsibilities

• Set the strategy, scientific direction and operating model for laboratory and genomic composite and companion measure development, and partner with IQVIA Labs and external partners on scientific evolution and market needs.
• Lead the end-to-end development, validation, integration and delivery of composite measures combining laboratory, genomic and other clinical data with patient-reported, clinician-reported and digital outcome data.
• Ensure COA data collection, digital-measure data, laboratory operations and deliverables meet scientific, quality, privacy and regulatory requirements.
• Lead research design and execution, including validation protocols, analytical methods, technical reports and project goals.
• Oversee evaluation and validation of laboratory measurement instruments and methods, including qualification documentation.
• Use performance indicators, process analysis and AI to improve efficiency, scalability, cost control and readiness for growth.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives with therapeutic-area experts, regulators, clients, patient advocacy groups and technology partners.
• Publish scientific work (manuscripts, abstracts, white papers, patents) and lead or support intellectual property, vendor agreements and research collaborations.
• Build and lead a multidisciplinary team, manage budgets and resource plans, and run quality programs with Quality Assurance.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline; advanced degree preferred.
• At least 15 years of relevant experience, including scientific method development, clinical laboratory or drug-development solutions, and people leadership.
• Strong knowledge of the bioPharma drug development industry and its application to business-unit improvement.
• Ability to influence across organizational boundaries, lead multiple workstreams and manage complex projects.

Required skills

• Comprehensive knowledge of scientific principles, measurement theory, method development and state-of-the-art instrumentation and technologies.
• Effective communication and presentation skills at all levels of the business.
• Ability to extract relevant data to measure performance.