Ronald Jonga

Medical affairs and health outcomes professional with over 20 years of experience in clinical research and stakeholder engagement, expert in real-world evidence (RWE) and health technology assessment (HTA). Key achievements include leading real-world evidence generation in mental health that enhanced patient outcomes and fostering effective scientific stakeholder engagement. Seeking a Medical Science Liaison position at Astellas Pharmaceutical Company, where I bring my expertise in scientific exchange and medical insight generation to support your mission of improving patient outcomes and advancing medical science.

Executive MBA Graduate Consultant - Executive MBA Graduate Consultancy Project - Loughborough, United Kingdom

(2026-08)

• Collaborated with a multidisciplinary consulting team to analyse a live client brief and develop structured recommendations.
• Worked with UK-based stakeholders across start-ups, SMEs, and non-profit organisations to clarify requirements and support client delivery.
• Researched industry context and analysed business data to shape recommendations aligned to client objectives.
• Contributed to a consulting report documenting findings, methodology, and practical recommendations.
• Presented team findings and recommendations to the client, demonstrating clear communication and stakeholder engagement.

Senior Leader Apprentice & Executive MBA Candidate - Loughborough Business School / NHFT-linked Leadership Development

(2022-09 - 2026-08)

• Enrolled in the Senior Leader Apprenticeship and Executive MBA programme, building leadership, commercial, strategic formulation, and programme management capability relevant to complex mental health services.
• Directed strategic healthcare transformation projects including service redesign, workforce development, and digital innovation, with experience relevant to mental health pathway improvement and access.

Health Outcomes Research Consultant - Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceutical - Remote

(2023-08 - 2024-05)

• Conducted HEOR, economic, and statistical analyses in R and SAS to support medical strategy, evidence generation, and lifecycle planning.
• Advanced observational studies and real-world evidence projects across multiple workstreams, generating medical insights from clinical and registry data for cross-functional teams.
• Performed literature reviews and meta-analyses in oncology and interstitial lung disease to support evidence generation and scientific communication.
• Enabled field medical activity and stakeholder engagement through CRM and account responsibilities, sharing scientific updates, gathering medical insights, and contributing to local engagement planning.
• Monitored competitor activity, scientific developments, unmet patient needs, and evolving clinical practice to address customer needs and inform medical strategy and engagement planning.
• Prepared and delivered balanced presentations of quantitative and qualitative findings to support scientific exchange through virtual engagements and group presentations.
• Developed analytical tools, reports, and presentations that supported evidence-based decision-making across medical and cross-functional teams.

Head of Clinical Effectiveness | NMP V300 Prescriber - Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (NHFT) - Corporate Office, Northampton NHS Trust Headquarters

(2021-05 - 2023-08)

• Led real-world evidence generation and clinical effectiveness work on non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions within a major NHS mental health trust, using retrospective longitudinal analysis to inform clinical decision-making and service strategy.
• Worked with consultant psychiatrists, clinical directors, executive medical directors, and nursing leaders at NHFT to foster scientific dialogue, evidence-based education, and service adoption.
• Communicated clinical and outcomes data to senior stakeholders to inform local implementation decisions, pathway improvement, and updated medical strategy.
• Applied NICE-aligned policy to reinforce compliant practice and evidence-based care pathways in mental health services.
• Contributed to the Innovation and Research Committee, reviewing research proposals and shaping priorities across mental health, clinical effectiveness, and operational transformation.
• Analysed CPRD and registry datasets to identify insights that supported improved patient outcomes and service effectiveness.
• Performed critical appraisal, systematic reviews, and statistical modelling to generate actionable evidence on workforce and service impact across mental health settings.

Research Assistant (Part-time) - Department of Clinical Research, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine

(2022-10 - 2023-07)

• Analyzed systematic literature reviews and meta-analyses and responded to pre-publication manuscript queries from journal editors.
• Supported clinical research delivery through protocol development, research bids, ethics applications, and peer-reviewed outputs across collaborative study teams.
• Conducted effectiveness systematic and/or scoping reviews related to health policy in the health system in Europe, and Southern and East Africa.
• Interpreted data under the supervision of the PI, liaised with the wider research team, and participated to peer-reviewed publications and clinical research documentation.
• Participated to regular communication with study partners, and designed and managed excellent, respectful and equitable relationships with partner organizations through proactive stakeholder engagement.
• Liaised with London-based members of the study team as required.

Programme Manager, Digital Transformation - Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (NHFT)

(2021-05 - 2023-08)

• Managed digital transformation programmes including AMaT and the SMART diabetes pathway, supporting service redesign, risk management, and delivery across complex healthcare settings.
• Supported digital transformation work that improved service delivery and operational efficiency across clinical pathways.
• Managed application and interface development and redesigned processes to support digital transformation, service improvement, and adoption across clinical teams.
• Established supplier contracts for complex digital solutions, operating autonomously to negotiate terms and ensure delivery milestones.

Group Head of Clinical Effectiveness - Circle Health Group

(2021-01 - 2021-06)

• Ran submission of clinical data and KPIs to PHIN, NHS, and other stakeholders, ensuring high-quality reporting across national registries and applying clinical research understanding to data curation and interpretation.
• Built relationships with KOLs and healthcare experts to drive scientific exchange, gather insights, and support evidence communication across complex care environments.
• Ensured accurate adverse event reporting to national bodies and shared registry insights with senior stakeholders to support quality improvement.
• Developed local clinical outcomes plans with annual objectives and monthly updates, aligning activities with stakeholder needs and emerging evidence.
• Critically appraised and reanalyzed economic models for innovative drug dossiers under NICE purview, strengthening cost-effectiveness insight and payer relevance through application of scientific knowledge.
• Interpreted quality and outcomes data for dashboards and reports, guiding evidence-based clinical effectiveness decisions and facilitating cross-functional collaboration on metric development.
• Shared actionable insights from national registry data with senior stakeholders to strengthen clinical engagement and outcomes improvement.

Patient Outcomes Clinical Effectiveness Manager - BMI Healthcare

(2018-03 - 2020-12)

• Improved data accuracy by 20%, contributing to more reliable reporting for NHS and PHIN datasets.
• Examined PROMS information to derive adjusted health gains and QUALY gains.
• Carried out real-world evidence generation research on the impact of non-medical prescribers in the acute setting through cross-sectional and qualitative study designs.
• Developed and executed the introduction of patient outcome measures and data capture, engaging with PHIN and the Medical Director to ensure information was accurate and shared externally as agreed.
• Completed a critical appraisal and re-analysis of a diagnostic health technology assessment report comparing the clinical and cost-effectiveness of Endometrial Biopsy, Ultrasound and a combination of both strategies.
• Completed a methodological critical appraisal of a health technology assessment report on Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Banding for weight loss in obese adults.

Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust

(2017-01 - 2019-12)

• Increased revenue by 20% by implementing marketing strategies and improving customer engagement.

Senior Respiratory Nurse Specialist CLCH | Senior TB Nurse Specialist - Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust

(2016-07 - 2018-03)

• Provided specialist clinical support, guidance, and care coordination across complex long-term conditions, acting in multidisciplinary settings that required strong stakeholder engagement and patient-centred communication.
• Partnered health and care services to ensure people with respiratory conditions receive the clinical and psychosocial support necessary for successful treatment.
• Led training for healthcare professionals, converting clinical data into usable education and boosting stakeholder engagement.
• Built TB capacity among civil society, and strengthened collaboration between health and care services and civil society.
• Added to the task force that implemented the new national upgraded TB surveillance system called NTBS.

Public Health Researcher - Tower Hamlets CCG [NHS] UK

(2010-03 - 2015-06)

• Led evidence synthesis and bowel cancer projects. Boosted ASCEND and PRESENT trial participation, optimizing design and recruitment with clinical research insights.
• Built collaborative relationships with key opinion leaders and academic experts to support scientific exchange, medical education, and research engagement, strengthening stakeholder engagement across NHS and academic partners.
• Advanced HTA submissions and payer engagement with clinical and economic analyses, applying scientific knowledge to substantiate value propositions.
• Founded service agreements with GP surgeries, research networks, and cancer research groups to advance research initiatives, using relationship building to secure long-term partnerships.
• Ensured accuracy and relevance of health promotional materials for targeted communications.
• Partnered with leading organizations like Cancer Research UK and WHO to bolster cancer research efforts, collaborating across organizations to coordinate multicenter initiatives and share best practices.

Research Associate - National Patient Safety Agency [NPSA], NHS UK

(2008-05 - 2010-06)

• Provided scientific knowledge and research expertise to ensure NPSA products and outputs were guided by robust scientific evidence within NHS research and patient safety programmes.
• Delivered evidence-based HCAI prevention work through systematic reviews, survey and interview design, and incident data analysis.
• Expanded criteria for HCAI prevention and aided governance in study design and implementation.
• Supported the NOSEC study through protocol development and cross-institution collaboration with the Royal Free Medical School and national patient safety organisations, strengthening study design and delivery.

Nurse Team Manager - Learning Disability Kensington and Chelsea Primary Care Trust

(2000-04 - 2008-07)

• Led cross-functional clinical teams in delivering patient care, grounded in nursing practice, service development, multidisciplinary collaboration, and clinical research.
• Increased target achievement by 20% through stakeholder engagement and relationship building with commissioners.
• Collaborated alongside senior operational managers in the continuous improvement and quality development of our service
• Initiated the development and application of change management processes.
• Ensured Business change plans were accurately costed and enforced within budget and on time, exercising autonomy in decision-making.
• Aligned objectives with strategy; identified improvement opportunities.

Executive MBA & Senior Leadership Apprenticeship - Loughborough University (2022-09 - 2026-08)

MSc - Health Technology Assessment & Evidence-Based Medicine - University of Birmingham

MSc - Public Health Medicine - University of London (2004-09 - 2006-09)

Diploma - London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine

MSc - Global Health Management Policy - Centre for Healthcare Management, Imperial College Business School

Diploma - Imperial College Business School, London

B.Sc. (Hons) - Adult Nursing - University of Dundee School of Nursing & Midwifery

HND - Nursing Adult Nursing - University of Dundee School of Nursing & Midwifery

Foundation & Practitioner - The Knowledge Academy

Foundation & Practitioner - Quality Service Improvement and Redesign QSIR - NHSI & NHSE