Research Associate

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Burlington; On-site; CAD 64,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

EVERSANA is a leader in life sciences commercialization services and seeks a scientific professional to support strategy, research, and communications projects in Canada. You will liaise with project stakeholders, perform literature reviews, and develop manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and technical reports for publication and decision-making support.

The role requires strong analytical and communication skills, familiarity with MS Office, and experience with VBA or EndNote is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or higher-level degree in a medical- or mathematics-related field such as biology, epidemiology, pharmacology, health economics, or statistics.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Proficiency with VBA or EndNote is an asset.
• Strong attention to detail and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with project stakeholders as required.
• Conduct structured or systematic searches of medical literature.
• Critically review, interpret, and synthesize medical literature.
• Develop drafts of publications (manuscripts, abstracts, posters).
• Develop draft reports (technical) and slide decks.
• Liaise with key opinion leaders (clinicians, health economists).
• Review, edit, and format draft documents.
• Perform quality assurance on model equations, written materials, etc.
• Develop drafts of product dossiers, value messages, marketing and sales materials, clinical summaries, and objection handlers.
• Develop cost-effectiveness and budget impact models.
• Parameterize and run models; review and interpret results.
• Conduct meta-analyses, NMAs, and simple statistical analyses.
• Develop draft statistical analysis plans.
• Conduct complex statistical analyses involving individual patient data.
• Run analyses using statistical software such as R.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong written and oral communication

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in medical or mathematics-related field

MSc or PhD preferred

Tools

VBA

EndNote

Job description

At EVERSANA®, we are proud to be a Great Place to Work across the globe. We’re fueled by our vision to create a healthier world. How? Our global team of more than 6,000 employees is committed to creating and delivering next-generation commercialization services to the life sciences industry. We are grounded in our cultural beliefs and serve more than 670 clients ranging from innovative biotech start-ups to established pharmaceutical companies. Our products, services and solutions help bring innovative therapies to market and support the patients who depend on them. Our jobs, skills and talents are unique, but together we make an impact every day. Join us!

Across our growing organization, we embrace diversity in backgrounds and experiences. Improving patient lives around the world is a priority, and we need people from all backgrounds and swaths of life to help build the future of the healthcare and the life sciences industry. We believe our people make all the difference in cultivating an inclusive culture that embraces our cultural beliefs. We are deliberate and self-reflective about the kind of team and culture we are building. We look for team members that are not only strong in their own aptitudes but also who care deeply about EVERSANA, our people, clients and most importantly, the patients we serve. We are EVERSANA.

Job Description

To support a wide range of strategy, research, and communications projects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Our employees are tasked with delivering excellent business results through the efforts of their teams. These results are achieved by:

• Liaise with project stakeholders as required
• Conduct structured or systematic searches of medical literature
• Critically review, interpret, and synthesize medical literature
• Develop drafts of publications (eg, manuscripts, abstracts, posters)
• Develop draft reports (eg, technical) and slide decks
• Liaise with key opinion leaders (eg, clinicians, health economists)
• Review, edit, and format draft documents
• Perform quality assurance on model equations, written materials, etc.
• Develop drafts of product dossiers, value messages, marketing and sales materials, clinical summaries, and objection handlers
• Develop cost-effectiveness and budget impact models
• Parameterize and run models; review and interpret results
• Conduct meta-analyses, NMAs, and simple statistical analyses
• Develop draft statistical analysis plans
• Conduct complex statistical analyses involving individual patient data
• Run analyses using statistical software packages such as R
• All other duties as assigned

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

EXPECTATIONS OF THE JOB:

• Travel: Some travel may be required for meeting with clients, stakeholders, or off-site personnel/management
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week
• Overtime and/or weekend/evening hours may be required to meet project deadlines

The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the expectations of the position and shall not be construed as the only expectations that may be assigned for the position.

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the expectations listed above.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The physical and mental requirements along with the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.

Office: While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is frequently required to reach, grasp, stand and/or sit for long periods of time (up to 90% of the shift), walk, talk and hear; occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet, with frequent interruptions and multiple demands.

Qualifications

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

The requirements listed below are representative of the experience, education, knowledge, skill and/or abilities required.

• Bachelor’s or higher-level university degree in a medical- or mathematics-related field such as biology, epidemiology, pharmacology, health economics, or statistics
• Technically competent with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Proficiency with computer programming software (eg, VBA) or other role-related software (eg, EndNote) is an asset
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong written and oral communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Strong critical thinking, analytical, problem-solving, and multitasking capabilities
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

MSc or PhD preferred

Additional Information

EVERSANA is committed to providing competitive salaries and benefits for all employees. The anticipated base salary for this position is $70,686 and is not applicable to locations outside of the Canada. The base salary range represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position. Compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, other job-related qualifications/skills, and geographic location (to account for comparative cost of living). EVERSANA reserves the right to modify this base salary range at any time.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

From EVERSANA’s inception, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion have always been key to our success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences, and backgrounds who share a passion for improving the lives of patients and leading innovation within the healthcare industry. Diversity not only includes race and gender identity, but also age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and many other parts of one’s identity. All of our employees’ points of view are key to our success, and inclusion is everyone's responsibility.

EVERSANA is an equal opportunity employer which values diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified applicants. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment and selection process please contact us at [e-mail].

This posting is for an existing vacancy. AI technology may be used to enhance efficiency in the recruitment process, but all hiring decisions are made by our human resources team in compliance with the Canada Human Rights Act.