Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Office Job Description Job Title: Research Scientist Location: Remote Position Overview: Independent project lead & principal investigator of projects responsible for overseeing all aspects of project delivery; delegates project management tasks to mid-level and junior staff. Conceptualization, design and implementation of health economic models to conduct cost-effectiveness and budget impact analyses of healthcare interventions. Scientific responsibility for project completion; responsible for strategic consultation and for use of best methods to address research needs. Oversees and participates in a large project portfolio. Innovates scientifically and produces output of high scientific quality. Assumes significant responsibility for sales targets and building client relationships. Essential Duties and Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned): Scientifically responsible person for design and implementation of selected studies or models; conceptualize advanced model design and advanced study protocols and statistical analysis plans. Lead interactions with clients in the pharmaceutical and medical device industries, develops and maintains client relationships. Brings in proposal leads, manages proposal writing process and closes sales Review and finalize project deliverables and ensure study findings are valid and reliable. As project lead/principal investigator: project budget, deliverable and project timeline responsibility; identify scope expansion and need for amendments. Serve as advisor or mentor to other principal investigators or team members. Direct other "non-billable" activities (e.g. design conceptual approaches for proposals, supervise junior staff, identify and pursue business opportunities within Evidera and bring in new projects). Education, Professional Skills & Experience: PhD, Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Operations Research, Mathematics, Economics, Engineering, Biostatistics or related field with at least 7 to 10 years of directly relevant work experience in similar industry or consulting environment. Proven record in business development, as well as discussion of new opportunities with existing clients Required: Advanced Microsoft Excel modelling skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, and Microsoft PowerPoint. Ability to use Access with interface provided (will need to know ARENA if doing DES programming); familiarity with data analysis software. Broad experience in health economics and development of models suitable for submission to Health Technology Assessment groups or to support other reimbursement decisions Deep understanding of research principles and familiarity with key aspects of the literature (historical and current) Advanced level understanding of relevant methodology and statistics Extensive knowledge of practical research implementation Personal Skills & Competencies: Ability to communicate effectively with clients, project teams and senior managers Demonstrated ability to lead global cross-functional project teams to deliver projects across many therapeutic areas in a fast-paced, matrixed environment Excellent organizational and leadership skills Excels in handling staff growth and synergy, as well as client relations Competent in written and spoken English. 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