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 business needs, and design projects that meet those needs. 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

Excellent knowledge of systematic literature review (SLR), meta-analysis, and indirect treatment comparison. Expert understanding of SLR guidelines and best practices, and substantial experience in implementing them. Experience conducting Network meta-analysis or ITC, and/or experience with Bayesian analysis, using R, STATA, or SAS. Knowledge and experience working in pharmaceutical consulting.      

RESPONSIBILITIES 

•    Lead implementation of SLRs including developing search strategies, protocols, screening, data extraction, and quality control. Deliver quality that exceeds client’s expectations. 
•    Exceptional ability to understand observational and trial study designs, and interpret statistical results in published papers.
•    Synthesize data qualitatively and quantitatively.
•    Write reports and develop slide decks that clearly explain methods, results, and interpretation. 
•    Help prepare all aspects of the proposals, including background research, conduct scoping searches, and articulate qualitative and statistical methods.  
•    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 on defined tasks.
•    Work effectively across time zones as part of a global team. 

Project management / Client liaison
•    Assist with overall project management and client management.
•    Manage project timelines to ensure work is completed on time. 
•    Attend and present at internal and client calls. 

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, TECHNICAL AND PERSONAL SKILLS

Essential qualifications
•    Masters in epidemiology, pharmacology, public health, or biostatistics (other health sciences ok)
•    5+ years’ experience of working in evidence synthesis research, preferably in consulting, pharmaceutical or other healthcare industry, academia. 
•    Proficient in R, SAS, STATA, or another statistical program.

Preferred experience
•    PhD in epidemiology, public health, or biostatistics (other health sciences ok)

Essential general technical skills and knowledge

•    Exceptional attention to detail
•    Solid understanding of SLR concepts, guidelines, and required rigor
•    Substantial experience independently conducting meta-analysis, NMA, or other Bayesian statistical analysis and all diagnostic steps in at least 1 programming language.   
•    Strong ability to quality check own and others work so that drafts are delivered with only minimal minor typographical errors
•    Competency in using PowerPoint, Excel, and Word 

Essential personal skills and behaviors
•    Fluency in English (spoken and written); strong business/scientific written English 
•    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; with clients, IQVIA project managers and team members, IQVIA colleagues and others  
•    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