Associate Strategy Director (Associate Consultant) - Clinical Development - Evinova

Introduction to role Are you ready to make a difference in the world of digital health? As a member of the Digital Strategy Team within Evinova you will partner with both AstraZeneca R&D , Top 10 pharmaceutical companies & biotechs to support develop ment and implementation of A I and digital health s trategies & s olutions that accelerate clinical development and enhance patient outcomes. This dynamic role combines strategy consulting & solution design , all driving value realization for Evinova . If you have experience in Clinical Development and the ability to work with a consulting mindset & problem solve with internal and external stakeholders , this is the opportunity for you! This is a hybrid position with a requirement to work in our Boston office three days a week. Accountabilities Strategic Partnering: Provide project management and material development for clients across clinical development, clinical operations, and medical. Shape digital strategies, develop operating models, and roadmaps that align with the development portfolio and individual assets. Project engagement : supporting member of project / engagement teams t o develop & deliver digital health strateg ies , with the ability to develop into project director , owning engagement delivery. Digital Health Strategy & Solutioning: Conducting analysis on problem statements , solution options, vendor landscapes, and selection criteria for digital solutions including patient recruitment, remote data collection and monitoring, ePRO/ eCOA , digital biomarkers, and patient engagement platforms. AI Pulse : Maintain a strong pulse on trends in AI tools transforming clinical development, operations and processes, bringing forward pragmatic, value-led innovations that deliver value across portfolios. Protocol Development Support: Contribute to study protocol design where digital tools are used (e.g., endpoint rationale, sensor selection, sampling frequency, feasibility, burden, data flows, and risk management). Ensure alignment with therapeutic area strategy and regulatory expectations. Protocol Feasibility and Execution: Utilize tools to support clinical development and operations teams in optimizing protocols through AI-driven solutions to minimize cost, accelerate timelines, improve patient and site experience, and minimize environmental impact without compromising scientific quality. Implementation & Evaluation: Support pilots and scaled implementations of digital health technologies, including feasibility studies, validation frameworks, vendor due diligence, interoperability planning, data governance, and change management. Essential Skills/Experience Experience: minimum of 3 -5 years in Clinical Development. Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, engineering, data science, or related field. Strong AI capabilities including demonstrated understanding of the role AI will play in drug discovery and development. Exceptional project management and communication skills , including demonstrated ability to build and maintain trusted relationships. Therapeutic Area Exposure: Experience with one or more therapeutic area, across Oncology, CVRM , R espiratory/Immunology, Infectious Diseases and/or rare disease, where digital endpoints are emerging. Project Accountability: Demonstrated significant contributions to projects in clinical development teams, from initiation through delivery. Desirable Skills/Experience Advanced degree (MS, MPH, PhD, PharmD, MBA) is preferred. Digital Health Delivery: Proven track record evaluating and implementing digital health solutions (e.g., wearables, sensors, ePRO/ eCOA , DHT-enabled endpoints, trial delivery capabilities, patient apps/portals), including regulatory knowledge and technical fluency. Experience in pharmaceutical / healthc