Real World Data Scientist

ZipRecruiter; Welwyn Garden City; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Real World Data Scientist (Contractor) at a forward-thinking organization in Welwyn Garden City. This role involves developing research plans and collaborating with analytics teams within a supportive environment focused on neuromuscular diseases. Candidates should possess an MSc or higher in a relevant field, with experience in real-world data studies and a passion for impactful healthcare research.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Flexible hybrid working model

Weekly competitive pay

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of an MSc in Epidemiology, Pharmacoepidemiology or related discipline.
• 1-3 years of experience designing, writing protocols for real-world data studies.
• Ideally familiar with neuromuscular conditions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and document research plans for non-interventional studies.
• Collaborate with analytics teams to define study designs.
• Support interpretation and communication of study findings.

Skills

Epidemiology

Pharmacoepidemiology

Data Analysis

Collaboration

Communication

Education

MSc in Epidemiology or related discipline

Tools

R

Job description

Job Description

Role: Real World Data Scientist (Contractor)
Location: Welwyn Garden City - Hybrid (2 days per week in the office)
Hours: Full-time, 6-month contract (Inside IR35)
Pay: £44.77 - £52.24 per hour PAYE (basic, excluding holiday pay) OR £60 - £70 per hour UMB

Interviews to commence from 11th August.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Real World Data Scientist (Contractor) to join one of our longstanding clients, an exciting and forward-thinking organisation in Welwyn Garden City.

Benefits:

• Weekly, competitive pay




• Generous holiday allowance




• Flexible hybrid working model




• Collaborative, cross-functional team environment




• Opportunity to contribute to impactful research in neuromuscular diseases

The Requirements:

• Minimum of an MSc in Epidemiology, Pharmacoepidemiology or related discipline (PhD )




• 1-3 years of experience designing, writing protocols, and producing reports/manuscripts for real-world data studies in industry, CRO, or post-doctoral research




• Ideally, familiarity or interest in neuromuscular conditions such as SMA, DMD, or FSHD




• Experience with post-approval safety or effectiveness studies is a plus




• Familiarity with R and collaborating with analytics teams is desirable

The Role:

• Develop and document research plans and reports for non-interventional studies using sources such as registries, medical records, and claims data




• Assess internal and external data sources for feasibility and quality in real-world evidence




• Collaborate with analytics teams to define and refine study designs (coding experience not essential but beneficial)




• Work cross-functionally with teams across clinical science, medical affairs, regulatory, access, and safety




• Support the interpretation and communication of study findings




• Work under the guidance of experienced real-world data scientists

If you're keen to join an exceptional team who can offer a supportive and research-driven environment focused on meaningful healthcare advancements, then please apply to this Real World Data Scientist (Contractor) role below or call Chloe McCausland on 01273 063769 between 8.30am and 5.30pm.