RWD Scientist

Roche
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Location
Shanghai, Shanghai
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
October 8, 2026
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Job Description

At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections,  where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters.

The Position

Principle Roles & Responsibilities / Accountabilities

Strategic planning
● Shape and influence strategy for complex evidence generation deliveries and cross-functional projects
● Lead and/or support evidence generation strategy/plan setting up as critical component of local integrated evidence plan for multiple portfolio and pipeline products across therapeutic areas
● Provide epidemiological inputs with solid understanding of strategic business context in the medical planning process across therapeutic areas
Implementation
● Lead the RWD project/studies design, analyses and interpretation.
● Map / license RWD sources and build research collaborations to increase the availability of fit - for - purpose RWD.
● Implement the RWE plan and execute RWE projects timely in close collaboration with cross - functional partners.
● Identify and implement scientifically innovative RWE programs that can support to address business needs and overcome key challenges in drug development using RWD or enable to provide meaningful RWE in support of regulatory decision making (e.g. label changes, new indications), payer decision making and clinical practice.
Communication
● Build strong partnerships and opportunities to collaborate and innovate with varying internal and external stakeholders in support of Roche products, programs, processes, systems, and/or compliance
● Communicate scientifically and develop/maintain KOL network in medical/clinical community to ensure appropriate academic consultation/support and address the varying evidence requirements of stakeholders
● Lead the development of new and innovative partnerships with external stakeholders across healthcare ecosystems to co - design and execute innovative study designs and implementation science that address pre identified evidence needs.
Development
● Act as a coach, mentor or consult to provide technical expertise on the RWE/epidemiology basics and internal/external trainings.
● Serve as franchise / division level RWE lead to ensure a broad understanding of the value of RWE to the product value demonstration both locally and globally.
● Maintain process standards across the therapeutic areas according to Roche SOPs, China CDE requirements and GPP guidelines with regard to pharmacoepidemiology


Qualification and Experience
● Education/Qualifications
- Master degree or above in the epidemiology, biostatistics, public health or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in designing, implementation and report of epidemiology/observational studies
- Working experiences as real world data scientist/epidemiologist in multinational pharmaceutical company or Clinical Research Organization, experience in oncology studies will be plus
● Leadership Competencies
Ability to work effectively in a matrix team
● Job Required Competencies
- Expert knowledge of epidemiology/observational methodologies and applications
- Previous experience as a key RWD scientist or lead epidemiologist
- Good knowledge of statistical programming skill (including SAS programming)
- Strong communication skills and ability to work both, independently and collaboratively, as required
- Demonstrated project management skills is strongly preferred

- Business acumen
- Be able to handle technical discussion in fluent English

Who we are

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.


Let’s build a healthier future, together.

At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections,  where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters.

The Position

Principle Roles & Responsibilities / Accountabilities

Strategic planning
● Shape and influence strategy for complex evidence generation deliveries and cross-functional projects
● Lead and/or support evidence generation strategy/plan setting up as critical component of local integrated evidence plan for multiple portfolio and pipeline products across therapeutic areas
● Provide epidemiological inputs with solid understanding of strategic business context in the medical planning process across therapeutic areas
Implementation
● Lead the RWD project/studies design, analyses and interpretation.
● Map / license RWD sources and build research collaborations to increase the availability of fit - for - purpose RWD.
● Implement the RWE plan and execute RWE projects timely in close collaboration with cross - functional partners.
● Identify and implement scientifically innovative RWE programs that can support to address business needs and overcome key challenges in drug development using RWD or enable to provide meaningful RWE in support of regulatory decision making (e.g. label changes, new indications), payer decision making and clinical practice.
Communication
● Build strong partnerships and opportunities to collaborate and innovate with varying internal and external stakeholders in support of Roche products, programs, processes, systems, and/or compliance
● Communicate scientifically and develop/maintain KOL network in medical/clinical community to ensure appropriate academic consultation/support and address the varying evidence requirements of stakeholders
● Lead the development of new and innovative partnerships with external stakeholders across healthcare ecosystems to co - design and execute innovative study designs and implementation science that address pre identified evidence needs.
Development
● Act as a coach, mentor or consult to provide technical expertise on the RWE/epidemiology basics and internal/external trainings.
● Serve as franchise / division level RWE lead to ensure a broad understanding of the value of RWE to the product value demonstration both locally and globally.
● Maintain process standards across the therapeutic areas according to Roche SOPs, China CDE requirements and GPP guidelines with regard to pharmacoepidemiology


Qualification and Experience
● Education/Qualifications
- Master degree or above in the epidemiology, biostatistics, public health or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in designing, implementation and report of epidemiology/observational studies
- Working experiences as real world data scientist/epidemiologist in multinational pharmaceutical company or Clinical Research Organization, experience in oncology studies will be plus
● Leadership Competencies
Ability to work effectively in a matrix team
● Job Required Competencies
- Expert knowledge of epidemiology/observational methodologies and applications
- Previous experience as a key RWD scientist or lead epidemiologist
- Good knowledge of statistical programming skill (including SAS programming)
- Strong communication skills and ability to work both, independently and collaboratively, as required
- Demonstrated project management skills is strongly preferred

- Business acumen
- Be able to handle technical discussion in fluent English

Who we are

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.


Let’s build a healthier future, together.

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Where is the job located, and is it remote/hybrid/on-site?
The job is located in Shanghai, Shanghai. The posting does not specify a remote, hybrid, or on-site work-mode policy.
What are the required qualifications and experience level for this role?
You need a Master's degree or above in epidemiology, biostatistics, public health, or equivalent. You must have at least 3 years of professional experience designing, implementing, and reporting epidemiology/observational studies, with working experience as a real-world data scientist/epidemiologist in a multinational pharmaceutical company or CRO. Fluent English and SAS programming skills are also required.
What are the key responsibilities of the RWD Scientist?
Key responsibilities include shaping evidence generation strategies, leading RWD project/study design, analysis, and interpretation, mapping and licensing RWD sources, executing RWE projects, and building partnerships with internal and external stakeholders. You will also act as a mentor, provide technical expertise, and ensure compliance with Roche SOPs, China CDE requirements, and GPP guidelines.

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