■職務内容
Description:
The PS Epidemiologist (PSEPI) serves as a study lead for Post Authorization Regulatory Commitment Studies (PARCS) including post-marketing database study and use-result survey, accelerating the generation of valuable real-world evidence. Leveraging extensive clinical research expertise, including secondary data analysis, as well as various data assets and access rights held by AZKK, the PSEPI is responsible for the methodological reliability and scientific robustness at all stages of responsible research, from study planning and execution to study completion and publication. As an expert in epidemiological research, the PSEPI leads the education and utilization of real-world data within the Japan Patient Safety organization and contributes to organizational development.

Accountabilities/Responsibilities:
Strategic Evidence Planning
PSEPI contributes to the development of local Risk Management Plans (RMPs) preparing by Japan Patient Safety (PS). They start planning formulate Pharmacovigilance Plan (PVP) strategies and PARCS from the preparation stage of the new drug application (NDA) and lead discussions and consensus-building with internal stakeholders and regulatory authorities regarding PVP strategies for NDAs.

Study Execution
PSEPI creates study design concepts (SDC) and clinical study protocols (CSP) based on PVP strategies as the scientific lead for PARCS. They conduct feasibility assessments for PARCS and lead the technical review and approval of SDC/CSPs within the global governance related to evidence generation. In study execution and publicizing study results, the PSEPI leads regulatory processes, including epidemiological consultations, and engages with internal and external stakeholders. They oversee the execution of the analysis plan and the preparation of interim and final reports with study team members, ensuring quality by reviewing deliverables. They also support the planning and execution of external presentations and publication.

Leading team as an epidemiologist
In team working, the PSEPI serves as the leader of cross-functional study teams, leveraging members' expertise to ensure the successful execution of study activities. They provide coaching to study team members to support and accelerate their performance and facilitate smooth collaboration with cross-functional company-wide teams as a representative of Japan Patient Safety. As a skills leader, the PSEPI contributes to enhancing the real-world evidence (RWE) generation capabilities of PS Epidemiology & Evidence Generation members. They monitor changes in the external environment related to epidemiological research methodologies, available information sources, research-related technological trends, regulatory trends, and guidance on evidence generation in therapeutic areas, and lead the continuous improvement of deliverable quality by integrating these changes into company processes.