Director, Real-World Evidence & Data Solutions

Advocate Aurora Health

Director of Business Development managing strategic partnerships for real-world evidence solutions at Advocate Health. Leading initiatives to drive growth, visibility, and portfolio expansion.

Posted 7/10/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $68,200 - $102,300 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage key accounts to expand NCCT's Real-World Evidence & Data Solutions portfolio.
Identify new partnership opportunities focused on RWE, observational research, healthcare analytics, patient insights, data licensing, and evidence generation services.
Develop strategic relationships with pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, digital health, consulting, and healthcare organizations.
Oversee the reporting and progress of a robust business development pipeline.
Drive achievement of annual revenue, growth, and partnership objectives for the RWE&D business segment.
Work cross-functionally with NCCT leadership, research teams, informatics, analytics, legal, finance, compliance, privacy, and information security teams.
Monitor industry trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities in RWE, RWD, healthcare analytics, HEOR, AI, and evidence generation.
Lead the creation of tailored proposals, statements of work, presentations, and commercial agreements.
Foster long-term relationships with sponsors, healthcare innovators, and strategic partners.
Develop, track, and report KPIs related to pipeline growth, bookings, revenue generation, partner satisfaction, and strategic account development.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Business, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Life Sciences, or related field. MBA or advanced degree preferred.
7+ years of experience in business development, strategic partnerships, or commercial leadership roles.
10+ years of experience in healthcare, life sciences, clinical research, healthcare analytics, or related industries.
5+ years of experience using CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce).
Familiarity with healthcare data assets, research methodologies, healthcare analytics, and evidence generation processes.
Strong knowledge of healthcare research regulations, privacy requirements, and industry best practices.
Strategic leader with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.
Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills.
Strong collaboration, influence, and communication skills.
Highly developed organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
Ability to work independently and lead complex strategic initiatives.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program

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Hard Skills & Tools

Real-World EvidenceData SolutionsHealthcare AnalyticsEvidence GenerationResearch MethodologiesKPI TrackingCommercial AgreementsData LicensingObservational ResearchHealthcare Research Regulations

Soft Skills

Relationship-BuildingCollaborationCommunicationProblem-SolvingOrganizational Skills

Certifications

Bachelor's DegreeMBA or Advanced Degree Preferred