Senior Research Scientist, Evidence Synthesis

Precision AQ; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job description

Senior Research Scientist, Evidence Synthesis

Remote, United Kingdom

Do you consider yourself a self-starter with a real passion for projects involving innovative methods in evidence synthesis? Do you love collaborating, moving the ball forward, and rolling up your sleeves? We are growing and seeking a Senior Research Scientist with technical experience in systematic literature reviews and/or indirect treatment comparisons (e.g. NMA, MAIC, STC, etc.) for the purposes of health technology assessment submissions.

Our culture is similar to that of a start-up, but in a well-funded established global portfolio organization. We pride ourselves on being leaders with vision in our field! Below are some examples of recent work we have published as part of our efforts to support our clients:

• Cope S, Chan K, Jansen JP. Multivariate network meta‐analysis of survival function parameters. Research synthesis methods. 2020;11(3):443-456. https://doi.org/10.1002/jrsm.1405
• Toor K, Middleton MR, Chan K, et al. Comparative efficacy and safety of adjuvant nivolumab versus other treatments in adults with resected melanoma: a systematic literature review and network meta-analysis. BMC Cancer. 2021;21(1):3. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12885-020-07538-1
• Keeping S, Xu Y, Chen C-I, et al. Comparative efficacy of cemiplimab versus other systemic treatments for advanced cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma. Future Oncology. 2021;17(5):611-627. https://doi.org/10.2217/fon-2020-0823

We offer opportunities to work 100% remotely OR out of our London office.

Senior Research Scientists collaborate across a broad portfolio of sophisticated evidence synthesis projects in a multi-level team structure. Responsibilities include development of deliverables (e.g. study protocols and technical reports), handling day-to-day client communications, as well as delegating and overseeing tasks completed by junior researchers. This position will complete complex job responsibilities independently as well as provide mentorship and direction for others in delivering project work.

Essential functions for this role are:

• Subject Matter Expertise/Domain Knowledge
  • Demonstrates understanding of the pharmaceutical industry, medical affairs, and requirements for health technology assessments
  • Sufficient understanding of relevant methods to be able to oversee systematic literature reviews (clinical, economic, and/or health-related quality of life) and/or quantitative evidence synthesis studies
  • Can identify considerations relevant to the model development given available evidence and communicate these within deliverables (e.g., protocol and technical reports)
• Develops client-ready deliverables including protocols, statistical analysis plans, technical reports, and slides
• Strategic Direction
  • Contributes to short-term resourcing discussions
• Project Management
  • Manages the delivery of components of projects by collaborating with other staff members to ensure high quality outputs
  • Helps ensure timely delivery and financial performance of projects or project subcomponents
  • Estimates required hours and identifies challenges early on and communicates any changes as well as viable solutions to project lead if necessary
• Client Management
  • Reviews update slides/minutes and actions for overall study and viewed by client as independent researcher for specific study or component(s)
  • Leads client calls and responds to emails, inviting input from senior team members with methodological/subject matter expertise where appropriate
• Line Management/Team Development
  • Creates development plans and acts as a mentor for direct reports
• Business Development
  • Contributes to development of proposals and presentations under guidance of more senior team members with methodological/subject matter expertise
  • May also participate in meetings related to new business, including concept ideation

Minimum required experience for this role is:

• Master’s degree in a subject related to health services research e.g., health economics, public policy, health policy, epidemiology, biostatistics, public health, or science (biology/biochemistry etc.)
• 4-6 years’ professional experience

Core competencies required for this role are:

• Willingness and desire to learn and share knowledge
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Proficiency in R/R Shiny advantageous