Director, Epidemiology RWE - Pharma Co at Syneoshealth · District…

Director, Epidemiology RWE - Pharma Co Location: USA-VA-Remote Director, Epidemiology RWE - Pharma Co Syneos Health® is a leading fully-integrated life sciences services organization built to accelerate customer success. We partner with innovators at every point across the drug development and commercialization continuum, helping them navigate complexity, anticipate change and accelerate progress. Our Clinical Solutions team members act with a drug development mindset, applying their years of experience and deep expertise to truly understand customer needs and represent those in the solutions we shape. Whether you join us in a Functional Service Provider partnership or a Full-Service environment, you’ll collaborate with passionate problem solvers, innovating as a team to help our customers achieve their goals. We are agile and driven to deliver – for one another, our customers, and, most importantly, for those in need. Discover what your 25,000 future colleagues already know: Why Syneos Health • 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. • We are committed to building an inclusive culture – where you can authentically be yourself. Central to this is our purpose – Driven to Deliver – which captures the passion of our colleagues to show up each day and shape solutions that have the ability to dramatically impact someone’s life. • We are continuously building the company we all want to work for and our customers want to work with. Why? Because we know that when we bring together smart colleagues from across the world, we can shape the future of healthcare, driving impact for customers and defining the pace of patient progress. Job Responsibilities *This role is open to candidates who live in the US with no sponsorship needs. Skillset: Sr Epi - Inflam-Liver Group. Hybrid trial adding controls to placebo group. CDisc Reqs, PharmaCo Epi - Clinical background - preferred -PHD Required Required Experience • 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 19 • 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 • Technical Expertise o Observational research methods (both Primary and Secondary), deep knowledge of biostatistics and analysis methods, understanding of regulatory processes, o Ability to design studies independently, (ie ability to translate research questions to create study design) • Subject Matter Expertise o Provide subject matter expertise and conduct analyses for descriptive and comparative research using RWD (examples include claims, EHR, PRO/COA, registry data) for methodologic research questions Minimum Qualifications • 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 At  Syneos Health, we believe in providing an environment and culture in which Our People can thrive, develop and advance. We reward and recognize our people by providing valuable benefits and a quality-of-life balance. The benefits for this position may include a company car or car allowance, 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, and flexible paid time off (PTO) and sick time.  Because certain states and municipalities have regulated paid sick time requirements, eligibility for paid sick time may vary depending on where you work. Syneos complies with all applicable federal, state, and municipal paid sick time requirements. Salary Range: $118,700.00 - $207,800.00 The base salary range represents the anticipated low and high of the Syneos Health range for this position. Actual salary will vary based on various factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role. Get to know Syneos Health Over the past 5 years, we have worked with 94% of all Novel FDA Approved Drugs, 95% of EMA Authorized Products and over 200 Studies across 73,000 Sites and 675,000+ Trial patients. No matter what your role is, you’ll take the initiative and challenge the status quo with us in a highly competitive and ever-changing environment. Learn more about Syneos Health. http://www.syneoshealth.com Additional Information Tasks, duties, and responsibilities as listed in this job description are not exhaustive.  The Company, at its sole discretion and with no prior notice, may assign other tasks, duties, and job responsibilities. Equivalent experience, skills, and/or education will also be considered so qualifications of incumbents may differ from those listed in the Job Description.  The Company, at its sole discretion, will determine what constitutes as equivalent to the qualifications described above.   Further, nothing contained herein should be construed to create an employment contract.  Occasionally, required skills/experiences for jobs are expressed in brief terms.  Any language contained herein is intended to fully comply with all obligations imposed by the legislation of each country in which it operates, including the implementation of the EU Equality Directive, in relation to the recruitment and employment of its employees.  The Company is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, including the provision of reasonable accommodations, when appropriate, to assist employees or applicants to perform the essential functions of the job. 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