Senior Consultant, Evidence Synthesis, Indirect Treatment Comparison (ITC)

Location: Remote

OVERVIEW
Senior Consultants are project delivery leaders who are responsible for implementing methodologically rigorous evidence synthesis research, overseeing the work of junior staff, and managing the overall project. They work independently and as part of a team, act on anticipated project needs, and problem solve. The role requires superb attention to detail, organization skills, and communication skills. Senior Consultants are expected to interact with clients, understand their needs and industry requirements, and design applicable projects. 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE
Excellent knowledge of statistical methods for indirect treatment comparison, including network meta-analysis (NMA), multilevel network meta-regression, simulated treatment comparison, and matching-adjusted indirect comparison (MAIC). Fundamental understanding of SLR guidelines and best practices, and substantial experience in implementing them. Hands on experience conducting Bayesian analyses and ITCs in R is a must. 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Design and lead HTA compliant evidence synthesis studies, project management, and deliverable development
• Develop and execute analyses in R
• Understand how results can be used to support client’s business objectives  
• Synthesize data qualitatively 
• Manage staff to ensure high quality and timely work and review in detail the work that is produced
• Support more senior staff on specific business initiatives as required
• Work without supervision independently and/or as part of a project team 
• Work effectively across time zones as part of a global team 

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, TECHNICAL AND PERSONAL SKILLS

Essential qualifications

• Masters in statistics, epidemiology, economics (other health sciences ok)
• 5+ years’ experience of working in evidence synthesis research, preferably in consulting or academia 

Preferred experience

• PhD in statistics, epidemiology, economics (other health sciences ok)

Essential general technical skills and knowledge

• Proficient programming skills in R
• Expert in evidence synthesis
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Strong scientific and logical writing with a track record of first author conference abstracts and manuscripts
• Strong ability to quality check own and others work so that drafts are delivered with only minimal minor typographical errors

Essential personal skills and behaviors

• Fluency in English (spoken and written)
• A commitment to working collaboratively and effectively with others in and across the team to accomplish goals
• A commitment to timely internal and client communication
• A pragmatic and logical problem solving approach to projects
• Strong attention to detail on all project deliverables even under time pressure
• A good understanding of project management with proven time management and personal organizational skills

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com

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The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $151,200.00 - $252,000.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.