Senior Epidemiologist/Senior Observational Research Scientist
Syneos Health
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: Connecticut • Maryland • United States
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About the role
- Lead development of study protocols, analysis plans, and study reports to answer research questions of priority to RWE
- Lead, design, and manage epidemiological, biomarker and/or data science projects
- Lead, plan, design, and conduct analyses for internal and external decision making (e.g., responses to regulatory authorities, rapid analyses of safety queries)
- Lead the identification of fit-for-purpose data for the timely execution of the RWE strategy
- Constructed cohorts using RWD sources (e.g., claims, EHR) and evaluate key variables, including diagnosis and procedures codes, and plan validation studies as needed
- Contribute to the communication of observational research results and methods, including development of pertinent sections of regulatory documents, reports, publications, white papers
- Support the effective communication of study/analysis results to support internal and external decisions
- Coauthor abstracts and manuscripts for external dissemination of methodologic study results
- Contribute to the development of processes and training aimed at increasing the efficiency, quality, and impact of functional activities
Requirements
- PhD in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Psychometrics, or related field with a minimum of four (4) years of relevant post-doctoral experience, preferably in pharmaceutical industry, biotechnology, or consulting environment. Master’s degree in epidemiology, biostatistics, bioinformatics, or relevant scientific field, plus 7-9 years of experience in lieu of PhD may be acceptable.
- Deep understanding of observational research methods and experience to support the design and conduct of observational research, including protocol, statistical analysis plan, and study report development
- Extensive knowledge of secondary data sources and experience with secondary data analysis, including electronic medical record and/or medical claims databases
- A record of scientific publications demonstrating expertise in observational study design, analysis, and interpretation is preferred
- Demonstrated ability to function with an increasing level of autonomy and to develop productive cross-functional collaborations in a matrix environment
- Ability to manage priorities and performance targets
- Experience in leading drug development project for 2+ years for therapeutic area of assignment preferred
Benefits
- Health benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision
- Company match 401k
- Eligibility to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Eligibility to earn commissions/bonus based on company and individual performance
- Flexible paid time off (PTO) and sick time
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Hard Skills & Tools
epidemiologybiostatisticspsychometricsobservational research methodsstatistical analysis plan developmentsecondary data analysiselectronic medical record analysismedical claims database analysisstudy protocol developmentcohort construction
Soft Skills
cross-functional collaborationautonomypriority managementperformance target managementcommunicationleadershiporganizational skillstraining developmentanalytical thinkingproblem-solving
Certifications
PhD in EpidemiologyPhD in BiostatisticsPhD in PsychometricsMaster’s degree in EpidemiologyMaster’s degree in BiostatisticsMaster’s degree in Bioinformatics