Research Associate

Responsibilities 

This is an opportunity to work within a global health research consultancy focused on innovating in patient-centered outcomes research (clinical outcomes assessment; COA) studies to understand better the individual lived experience of a condition and treatment within the context of drug development and observational or clinical research.  

The Research Associate will be part of a highly motivated, global, multi-disciplinary team that drives research across multiple therapeutic areas exploring COA measures that include patient-, clinician-, and observer-reported outcomes, and performance outcome measures to understand the experience of symptoms, functioning and health-related quality of life impact of disease on patients. The Research Associate must demonstrate an ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and work independently and as part of a wider team.  

Typical activities of a Research Associate would include: 

• Providing research support on a range of day-to-day project management activities 
• Assisting in the preparation of study documents, such as protocols and discussion guides for qualitative research studies 
• Conducting literature reviews and gap-analyses across multiple therapeutic indications 
• Assisting with conducting qualitative research (e.g. interviews) and qualitative analysis (coding)  
• Assisting in the preparation of study deliverables, such as written reports and slide decks 

Required Skills/Experience: 

• Bachelor's degree in psychology, epidemiology, public health, outcomes research, health sciences, or related areas; Masters Degree Preferred
• 1-3 years experience in conducting or supporting research
• Basic knowledge of observational research skills. 
• Strong planning and organizational skills with the ability to work across multiple projects and manage competing demands. 
• Critical thinking skills. 
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills. 
• Computer literacy and familiarity with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. 
• Ability to follow instructions for delegated project tasks and complete tasks correctly and on time. 
• Demonstrated attention to detail. 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.   
• Ability to work well under pressure, treat others with respect and consideration and deliver on commitments. 
• Ability to travel if required. 

Preferred Skills/Experience: 

• Familiarity with COA and research to support new drug development. 
• Experience with conducting in-depth interviews and analyzing qualitative data.  
• Experience with NVivo or similar qualitative analysis software. 
• Familiarity with COA development and psychometric evaluation.