Work ScheduleStandard Office Hours (40/wk)Environmental ConditionsOfficeJob DescriptionPosition Overview:The ITR Senior Research Scientist is the independent Principal Investigator of projects responsible for supervising all aspects of project delivery; delegates project management tasks to more junior scientific staff. Takes scientific responsibility for project completion; responsible for strategic consultation and for use of best methods to address research needs. Able to oversee and participate in a large project portfolio. Innovates scientifically and produces output of high scientific quality. Assumes significant responsibilities for sales targets, client and business development.Essential Duties and Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned):Science
Applies in-depth knowledge of scientific methods, mainly qualitative but also quantitative.
Presents scientific work in peer-reviewed journals and at professional meetings.
Provides scientific leadership to team members.
Produces deliverables of high scientific quality.
Advises and implements best methods and scientific innovation in project plans and design.
Highly productive in terms of number and volume of scientific projects responsible for, involved with, and consulting on.
Knowledge of regulatory requirements and guidelines.
Scientific contributions may include:
Development and delivery of scientific studies and results directly to clients.
Assisting colleagues to optimize study design and implementation when scientist has specific areas of expertise.
Non-project related publications, presentations, workshops, advisory boards, participation in FDA meetings, etc.
Strategy/Consulting
Develops and maintains client relationships.
Understands pharmaceutical industry/FDA structure.
Identifies scientific methods/plans that help clients meet their goals as well as those that will not help clients meet their goals.
Provides scientifically thorough deliverables that best help clients meet their objectives.
Helps clients prepare for regulatory meetings and attend regulatory meetings with clients as requested.
Financial & Business Development
Brings in proposal leads.
Writes proposals and managing proposal writing process.
Closes sales.
Meets annual target utilization rate of 65%, unless otherwise specified.
Project Management
Manages internal timelines to ensure that results meet external client timelines.
Manages internal budget/staff hours per project not to exceed contracted budget.
Manages scope creep or out of scope work.
Manages legal/contracting issues.
PCR Operations Support
Develops and presents internal scientific trainings.
Conforms to SOPs and other Evidera/PPD requirements.
Actively supports new product development and scientific innovation.
Education, Professional Skills & Experience:
Doctorate in a life sciences or social sciences discipline (psychology, epidemiology, health services, public health, etc…) and more than 3 years’ experience in relevant field; Previous consulting experience is preferred
Master’s degree in a life sciences or social sciences discipline (psychology, epidemiology, health services, public health, etc…) and more than 5-7 years’ experience in relevant field; Previous consulting experience is preferred
Atlas.ti, NVivo, familiarity with the use of AI for qualitative analysis
Personal Skills & Competencies:
Deep understanding of qualitative research principles and familiarity with the conduct of qualitative research in the context of clinical trials
Extensive knowledge of qualitative methods
Advanced level understanding of operational and logistical challenges of ITR
Well-developed communication skills and scientific writing skills
Demonstrates strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Demonstrates ability to independently manage, oversee, and/or lead a variety of project-related tasks and effectively delegates tasks to project team
Demonstrates ability to manage client relationships
Collaborative team member, capable of efficient multi-tasking
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