Senior Observational Research Scientist – Oncology

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

📋 Description

• Deliver scientific and research expertise across various simultaneous observational and real-world oncology research initiatives.

• Oversee the development and enhancement of scientific protocols, encompassing statistical analysis components.

• Specify study data needs utilizing real-world data sources and conducting feasibility evaluations.

• Act as the scientific liaison for project sponsors and interdisciplinary teams.

• Participate in client meetings and facilitate discussions regarding research methodologies, outcomes, and interpretations.

• Assess intricate research inquiries from both internal and external stakeholders.

• Work in collaboration with abstraction and biostatistics teams on data gathering, electronic case report forms (eCRFs), and data specifications.

• Create client-ready outputs, including final reports, presentations, and summaries of analytical findings.

• Analyze and interpret statistical results to evaluate data quality and support evidence-based conclusions.

• Complete regulatory and compliance documentation.

• Assist in amendments and proposals for new research initiatives.

⛳️ Requirements

• Possess a degree or equivalent, typically with 7+ years of pertinent experience.

• Have 7+ years of relevant experience in observational/real-world data (RWD) based research or Health Economics Outcomes Research (HEOR).

• A Master's degree in Public Health, Population Science, Pharmacy, Healthcare Economics, Clinical Research, or a related clinical field is essential.

• Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing structured and unstructured electronic health records (EHR), claims, mortality, social determinants of health (SDOH), and patient-reported outcomes data.

• Strong foundational knowledge of quantitative research methodologies.

• Expertise in medical writing, including literature reviews, scientific protocols, reports, presentations, abstracts, posters, and manuscripts.

• Capability to critically analyze and interpret research results and statistical analysis outcomes.

• Experience in oncology and with pharmaceutical or contract research organizations (CRO).

• Comprehensive understanding of healthcare, safety, regulatory, and compliance procedures.

• Ability to contribute to multiple concurrent HEOR/RWR studies.

• Capacity to collaborate in a dynamic, evolving matrix environment and adjust to new processes, technologies, and AI-enabled strategies.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, and Copilot.

• Must have authorization to work in the US; sponsorship is not available.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.

• Annual bonus may be available.

• Long-term incentive opportunities may be provided.

• Benefits information is accessible through McKesson’s Total Rewards program.