Senior Research Associate

Syneos Health

Research Associate/Senior Research Associate focused on real-world evidence research initiatives at Syneos Health. Collaborating on study design, data analysis, and reporting with teams across the globe.

Posted 6/30/2026full-timeArizona, Maine, Ohio, Rhode Island • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Contribute to study design and methodology development
Develop innovative approaches, frameworks and solutions to client problems
Deliver project outputs that meet established quality standards, timelines, and budget requirements
Conduct structured literature reviews and targeted secondary research to support RWE initiatives
Participate in qualitative research activities, including patient interviews, to generate actionable healthcare insights
Analyze and interpret qualitative and quantitative ‘real-world’ data for deliverables
Conduct workshops and moderate discussions
Present results to external clients
Contribute to the development of: Study protocols, Technical reports, Manuscripts and scientific posters, Client presentations
Develop and format materials using PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
Summarize and synthesize complex clinical and outcomes data into clear, structured findings
Support retrospective and prospective real-world studies under senior guidance
Demonstrate openness to leveraging emerging technologies, including AI-enabled tools, to improve efficiency, analytical rigor, and personal productivity

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree in public health, epidemiology, health sciences, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
1–2 years (Research Associate), or 2+ years (Senior Research Associate) of relevant experience within the life sciences industry (e.g., HEOR, RWE, clinical research, pharmaceutical industry, healthcare consulting, or academia)
Foundational understanding of real-world research methodologies and study design
Overall understanding of the drug development lifecycle
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Working knowledge of statistical software (e.g., SAS, R, Stata, or similar)
Business-level conversational English (written and spoken)

Benefits

Comp & perks

We are passionate about developing our people, through career development and progression
Supportive and engaged line management
Technical and therapeutic area training
Peer recognition and total rewards program
Committed to building an inclusive culture

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Hard Skills & Tools

Real-World Research MethodologiesStudy DesignData AnalysisQualitative ResearchLiterature ReviewStatistical AnalysisProject ManagementClinical ResearchHealthcare InsightsData Synthesis

Soft Skills

Critical ThinkingCommunicationCollaborationModerationPresentation Skills