Senior Consultant, Evidence Synthesis, RWE

Senior Consultant, Evidence Synthesis, RWE

OVERVIEW

Senior Consultants are project delivery leaders who are responsible for implementing methodologically rigorous evidence synthesis research, overseeing the work of junior staff, and managing the overall project. They work independently and as part of a team, act on anticipated project needs, and problem solve. The role requires superb attention to detail, organization skills, and communication skills. Senior Consultants are expected to interact with clients, understand their needs and industry requirements, and design applicable projects. 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

Excellent knowledge of systematic literature review (SLR) methods and indirect treatment comparison, including network meta-analysis (NMA) and matching-adjusted indirect comparison (MAIC). Fundamental understanding of SLR guidelines and best practices, and substantial experience in implementing them. Hands on experience conducting ITCs in R, STATA, or SAS is a must. 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Design HTA compliant evidence synthesis studies, project management, and deliverable development
• Exceptional ability to understand observational and trial study designs, and interpret statistical results in published papers
• Synthesize data qualitatively and quantitatively
• Manage staff to ensure high quality and timely work and review in detail the work that is produced
• Support more senior staff on specific business initiatives as required
• Work without supervision independently and/or as part of a project team on defined tasks
• Work effectively across time zones as part of a global team 

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, TECHNICAL AND PERSONAL SKILLS

• Masters (required) or PhD (preferred) in epidemiology, pharmacology, public health, or biostatistics (other health sciences ok)
• 5+ years of experience of working in evidence synthesis research, preferably in consulting, pharmaceutical or other healthcare industry, academia
• Expert knowledge of evidence synthesis
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Strong scientific and logical writing with a track record of first author conference abstracts and manuscripts
• Strong ability to quality check own and others work so that drafts are delivered with only minimal minor typographical errors
• Fluency in English (spoken and written)
• A commitment to working collaboratively and effectively with others in and across the team to accomplish goals
• A commitment to timely internal and client communication
• A pragmatic and logical problem solving approach to projects
• Strong attention to detail on all project deliverables even under time pressure
• A good understanding of project management with proven time management and personal organizational skills

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