Manager, Evidence Generation, IME & Sponsorship Payments

The Manager, Evidence Generation, IME & Sponsorship Payments is responsible for supporting the strategic planning, execution, and operational oversight of evidence generation initiatives, independent medical education (IME) grants, and external sponsorship payments within the Medical Affairs organization. This role ensures all activities are aligned with corporate scientific objectives, compliant with regulatory and legal standards, and executed with excellence to advance Otsuka's commitment to improving patient outcomes through data-driven, ethical collaboration. This role is within the Medical Excellence and Operations team of Global Medical Affairs and reports into the Vendor & Contracts Management Lead and requires strong cross-functional collaboration with Medical Affairs, Legal, Compliance, Finance, and external partners. **Job Description** **Key Responsibilities Include:** **Evidence Generation** + Working closely in collaboration with the Global Medical Evidence Ops lead, support the design, execution, and reporting of studies to support generation of medical evidence, (e.g., observational studies, registries, and investigator-initiated studies (IISs) /investigator-initiated trials (IITs)) + Manage study documentation, contracts, and vendor relationships (e.g., data & analytics partners CROs) + Track study progress, budgets, milestones, and ensure adherence to SOPs and quality standards + Facilitate internal review of study proposals and publications, ensuring scientific rigor and compliance + Support data dissemination activities including publications, congress presentations, and internal reporting **Independent Medical Education (IME)** + Manage the end-to-end IME grant process, including receipt, review, approval, contracting, and post-activity reconciliation + Coordinate with external organizations to facilitate contracts, payments, and program execution + Collaborate with Medical Directors, Congress and Medical Education Strategy Leads, and Compliance to ensure fair, unbiased support of educational programs that advance scientific exchange and clinical practice + Maintain transparency reporting and documentation consistent with Otsuka's internal policies and external requirements (e.g., PhRMA Code, Sunshine Act) + Support KPIs, metrics and insights generation to assess IME program impact **Sponsorship Payments & Medical Grants** + Oversee processing of medical sponsorship requests and educational grant payments + Coordinate with Finance, Compliance, and Legal teams to ensure accurate tracking, documentation, and audit readiness + Serve as point of contact for external organizations regarding sponsorship logistics, deliverables, and post-event reporting **Cross-Functional Collaboration** + Partner with Compliance, Legal, and Finance to ensure all medical evidence generation, IME, and sponsorship activities meet internal and external standards + Support Medical Affairs leadership in developing annual medical evidence and education strategies + Contribute to internal process optimization, system improvements (e.g., grants management systems), and reporting dashboards + Coordinate and communicate with key Global Medical Affairs sub-functions such as PASM (Patient Advocacy and Stakeholder Management) and Medical Communications and cross-functions such as GIE&I (Global Integrated Evidence and Innovation) + Consider technology and AI to support workflow improvement **Qualifications** **Education and Experience:** + Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Health Economics, Public Health, or related field required + Advanced degree (MS, MPH, PharmD, PhD) preferred + Minimum of 5 years in evidence generation and communication/publications teams with a pharmaceutical or biotech company, CRO, academic research, or HEOR group + Prior experience in Independent Medical Education (IME) / Grants Management preferred **Skills and Competencies:** + Strong understanding of medical research and evidence development + Excellent organizational, project management, and vendor oversight skills + Detail-oriented with ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously + Strong analytical and communication skills (both written and verbal) + Proficiency in Microsoft Office and grant management systems + Commitment to ethical standards, transparency, and scientific integrity **Competencies** **Accountability for Results -** Stay focused on key strategic objectives, be accountable for high standards of performance, and take an active role in leading change. **Strategic Thinking & Problem Solving -** Make decisions considering the long-term impact to customers, patients, employees, and the business. **Patient & Customer Centricity -** Maintain an ongoing focus on the needs of our customers and/or key stakeholders. **Impactful Communication -** Communicate with logic, clarity, and respect. Influence at all levels to achieve the best results for Otsuka. **Respectful Collaboration -** Seek and value others' perspectives and strive for diverse partnerships to enhance work toward common goals. **Empowered Development -** Play an active role in professional development as a business imperative. Minimum $117,027.00 - Maximum $175,030.00, plus incentive opportunity: The range shown represents a typical pay range or starting pay for individuals who are hired in the role to perform in the United States. Other elements may be used to determine actual pay such as the candidate's job experience, specific skills, and comparison to internal incumbents currently in role. Typically, actual pay will be positioned within the established range, rather than at its minimum or maximum. 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