Study Delivery and Country Relations Manager - Oncology Evidence Network - Spain

<p><b><span>IQVIA’s Oncology Evidence Network (OEN) </span></b></p><p><span>The Oncology Evidence Network (OEN) is a specialized team within IQVIA focused on delivering high-quality real-world evidence (RWE) studies in oncology. We are an innovative and fast-growing unit, our mandate is to build a network of cancer research centers to facilitate scientific studies on behalf of IQVIA’s pharma &amp; biotech clients with focus on oncology. These studies generate insights that directly contribute to access to novel treatments, better patient care, and better patient outcomes for some of the most vulnerable patient groups. Within IQVIA, we play a pivotal role in supporting the broader IQVIA study business. We operate through a network of 35+ hospital groups and cancer centers across Europe, including key sites in the UK, Germany, France, Spain, and Italy.</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><b><span>Job Overview</span></b></p><p><span>We are currently seeking a Manager to join IQVIA’s Oncology Evidence Network (OEN). In this position you would act as a:</span></p><ul><li><p><span>Country Lead for Spain (50%). You will be responsible for country level site engagement and site activations/start up, ensuring high quality and timely delivery across major real world evidence and oncology studies. You will act as the primary point of contact for Spanish sites and local stakeholders, coordinating closely with internal teams to unblock country critical paths and deliver on client commitments on time and on budget.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Project Manager for OEN studies in Spain but also in other locations (50%). You will be responsible for study management tasks, support for feasibility assessment, ethics/contracting activities, and provide medical expertise to the broader OEN team.</span></p></li></ul><p><span> </span></p><p><b><span>Essential Functions</span></b></p><ul><li><p><span>Lead country level execution in Spain: drive site engagement, feasibility, ethics/contracting, budget negotiations, site onboarding, and site activation and milestone timelines.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Serve as the key point of contact for Spanish sites and country stakeholders; maintain proactive communications, manage issue logs/escalations, and sustain strong investigator relationships.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Plan and track country start up: maintain country specific plans, risk registers, metrics, and governance updates; ensure operational discipline and compliance with SOPs and sponsor expectations.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Manage/lead consulting projects and multidisciplinary teams (internal and external) in the design, development, and delivery of oncology studies.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Leverage business experience to define strategic alternatives, structure approaches, and prioritize analyses that answer client questions.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Ensure clear, consistent communication across projects, within teams, and with clients; follow up after delivery to ensure client satisfaction.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Contribute to methodologies for future engagements; champion best practices for OEN country leadership and start up.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Own proposal activities <span>(preparation/modifications)</span> ensuring bid integrity and realistic country <span>timelines/assumptions.</span></span></p></li><li><p><span>Support business development by identifying follow on work and new leads tied to Spanish site capabilities and portfolio needs.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Provide direction and thought leadership to clients and internal delivery teams; actively participate in team meetings and problem solving sessions.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Develop high quality client deliverables <span>(reports/presentations)</span> and present significant portions of findings to senior stakeholders.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Share subject matter expertise to elevate team capabilities and country start up excellence.</span></p></li></ul><p><span> </span></p><p><b><span>Qualifications</span></b></p><ul><li><p><span>Master’s degree in life <span>sciences/healthcare-relate</span> field.</span></p></li><li><p><span>5+ years of professional experience in life science consulting, pharmaceutical industry or healthcare sector, with evidence of career progression.</span></p></li><li><p><span>At least 2 years of experience in project management, ideally across multinational studies or country portfolios; demonstrable experience in site start-up/activation and country level coordination strongly preferred.</span></p></li><li><p><b><span>Oncology and/or RWE experience (in life sciences/healthcare) is a must.</span></b></p></li><li><p><b><span>Fluency in both Spanish and English (spoken and written) is a must.</span></b></p></li><li><p><span>Strong stakeholder management skills with client and site investigators.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to translate country operati