Associate Director, Evidence Synthesis

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in India.

📋 Description

• Provide guidance and support across a variety of projects, emphasizing evidence synthesis.

• Implement projects that align with client requirements and expectations.

• Define and oversee project scope, timelines, and budgets for multiple initiatives.

• Delegate tasks to and supervise junior staff and contractors.

• Manage projects with oversight from senior management.

• Empower team members to take responsibility for their contributions.

• Identify and resolve conflicts and issues within project teams.

• Actively manage changes in scope, risks, and contingency strategies.

• Oversee and execute quality control measures.

• Act as an evidence synthesis specialist for both internal and external stakeholders.

• Create evidence synthesis plans and assist with complex analyses.

• Support initiatives for business development.

• Identify and foster the development of best practices and tools for effective project execution.

⛳️ Requirements

• PhD or MSc in a medical-related discipline such as biology, epidemiology, pharmacology, or health economics, or equivalent direct experience in health research, health economics, or a similar area.

• At least six to seven (6-7) years of direct experience in evidence synthesis within health research, health technology assessment, market access, or a related field.

• Strong foundation in fundamental evidence synthesis concepts and methods, with familiarity in techniques like feasibility assessments, meta-analysis, indirect comparisons, and network meta-analysis.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Excellent strategic, critical thinking, analytical, problem-solving, and multitasking skills.

• Ability to prioritize and complete tasks in a sometimes high-pressure environment.

• Capable of adapting to changing internal and client-related priorities and timelines.

• Skilled in managing personal and team members’ time across competing projects.

• Ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

• Proficient in effectively interacting and communicating with peers, senior management, and clients.

• Competent in supervising, training, and mentoring junior staff members.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health insurance.

• Professional development opportunities.

• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.