Research Scientist – Patient-Centered Outcomes, In-Trial Research

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

📋 Description

• Act as the Principal Investigator for projects, managing all facets of project execution.

• Assign project management responsibilities to junior scientific personnel.

• Assume scientific accountability for the completion of projects and provide strategic consultation on research requirements.

• Supervise and engage in a diverse portfolio of projects.

• Utilize both qualitative and quantitative scientific methodologies.

• Share scientific findings in peer-reviewed journals and at professional conferences.

• Offer scientific guidance and deliver high-quality outputs.

• Recommend and implement effective methodologies and scientific advancements within project plans and study designs.

• Design and present scientific studies and results directly to clients.

• Support colleagues in the design and execution of studies.

• Cultivate and sustain client relationships.

• Have a solid understanding of the pharmaceutical industry and FDA frameworks.

• Prepare clients for regulatory discussions and participate in meetings as needed.

• Generate proposal leads, compose proposals, oversee the proposal-writing process, and secure sales.

• Achieve an annual utilization target of 60%, unless stated otherwise.

• Manage internal schedules, budgets, staff hours, scope changes, legal concerns, and contract matters.

• Develop and deliver internal scientific training sessions.

• Adhere to SOPs and Evidera/PPD guidelines.

• Facilitate new product development and scientific innovation.

⛳️ Requirements

• Doctorate in a life sciences or social sciences field with over 3 years of relevant experience.

• Master’s degree in a life sciences or social sciences discipline with more than 5 to 7 years of experience in a relevant area.

• Equivalent qualifications through a combination of education, training, and/or directly related experience may be accepted.

• Proficiency in using Computer-Assisted Qualitative Data Analysis Software (CAQDAS), such as Atlas.ti, NVivo, MAXQDA, or Dedoose, is mandatory.

• Required experience in analyzing patient experience data, including interviews, surveys, or clinical outcome assessments.

• Proven track record of managing multiple projects is essential.

• Experience in pharmaceutical or consulting environments is preferred.

• Familiarity with a clinical research setting is advantageous.

• Strong comprehension of qualitative research methodologies in clinical trials.

• Comprehensive knowledge of qualitative techniques.

• Advanced insight into the operational and logistical challenges associated with in-trial research.

• Well-honed communication and scientific writing abilities.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

• Competence in independently managing, supervising, and/or leading project-related tasks while effectively delegating.

• Ability to maintain client relationships.

• Capacity to collaborate and juggle multiple tasks simultaneously.

🏝️ Benefits

• Fully remote work setup.

• Regular Monday to Friday work hours.

• Opportunities for collaboration and professional growth.

• Access to scientific training programs.

• Participation in professional conferences, workshops, advisory boards, and FDA meetings.

• Global team atmosphere.

• Opportunities to contribute to scientific advancements and new product initiatives.