Associate Principal, Indirect Treatment Comparison (ITC), Evidence Synthesis

IQVIA; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 126,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

IQVIA LLC is seeking an Associate Principal to lead evidence synthesis projects for pharma clients. You will drive rigorous ITC/NMA analyses, oversee junior staff, and ensure timely delivery across global teams.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in pharma consulting, strong SLR and Bayesian skills, and proven client-management experience. The role emphasizes cross-time-zone collaboration and project leadership.

Qualifications

• PhD in epidemiology or biostatistics (other health sciences acceptable) with 5+ years in pharma consulting evidence synthesis.
• Minimum: Master's in epidemiology/biostatistics with 7+ years in pharma consulting evidence synthesis.
• Client management: 5+ years as client contact on projects.
• Proven ability to lead projects with Bayesian NMAs or ITCs.
• Experience leading meta-analysis and Bayesian statistics independently.
• Strong understanding of SLR concepts, guidelines, and rigor.
• Excellent attention to detail and quality control of deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Lead evidence synthesis projects to support HTA and regulatory submissions from start to final delivery.
• Direct project teams to ensure rigorous, timely, high-quality deliverables.
• Qualitatively and quantitatively synthesize data and mentor junior staff.
• Manage project operations, finances, and administrative requirements.
• Develop proposals, attend bid defenses, and manage contracting processes.
• Support senior staff on strategic initiatives as needed.
• Collaborate across time zones within a global team.

Skills

Evidence synthesis

ITC (NMA)

Project leadership

Client management

Bayesian statistics

Data synthesis planning

Education

PhD in epidemiology/biostatistics

Master's in epidemiology/biostatistics

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

Job description

Location

Remote, must be based in US.

Overview

Associate Principals are methodologic experts with substantial experience in providing consulting services to Pharmaceutical clients. Associate Principals are project leaders who are responsible for implementing rigorous evidence synthesis research, overseeing the work of junior staff, and proactively managing the project timeline. They are detail oriented, act on anticipated project needs, and problem solve. Associate Principals contribute to the operational and fiscal health of the overall practice and training/success of junior staff.

Required Knowledge

• Excellent knowledge of systematic literature review (SLR) methods and indirect treatment comparison (ITC).
• Significant experience leading and conducting ITC projects, including network meta-analysis, matching adjusted meta-analysis, etc.
• Expert understanding of global SLR guidelines and best practices, and substantial experience in implementing them.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of evidence synthesis projects to support HTA and/or regulatory submissions from pre-award to final delivery, as well as hands on development of deliverables
• Lead project teams to ensure the execution of rigorous and high quality deliverables according to timelines
• Expert ability to synthesize data qualitatively and quantitatively, and guide junior staff
• Project management—manage projects, oversee the operational, financial, and administrative requirements of projects
• Business development—independently qualify leads, develop proposals, attend bid defenses, and manage the contracting process
• Support more senior staff on specific business initiatives as required
• Work effectively across time zones as part of a global team

Qualifications, Experience, Technical and Personal Skills

• Experience Preferred: PhD in epidemiology or biostatistics (other health sciences okay) 5+ years of experience implementing evidence synthesis research in a pharma consulting environment
• Minimum required: Master's in epidemiology or biostatistics (other health sciences okay) 7+ years of experience implementing evidence synthesis research in a pharma consulting environment
• Client management Must have 5+ years of experience as the client point of contact on projects
• Technical skills and knowledge Significant and demonstrated experience independently leading projects that included Bayesian NMAs and/or other ITCs
• Substantial experience independently leading projects that included meta-analysis, NMA, or other Bayesian statistical analysis
• Solid understanding of SLR concepts, guidelines, and required rigor
• Strong ability to quality check own and others work so that drafts are delivered with only minimal minor typographical errors
• Exceptional attention to detail
• 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.

IQVIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law.

IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.

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The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $125,800.00 - $350,300.00. 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.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create connections that accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments. Everything we do is part of a journey to improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. To get there, we seek out diverse talent with curious minds and a relentless commitment to innovation and impact. No matter your role, everyone at IQVIA contributes to our shared goal of helping customers improve the lives of patients everywhere.

Thank you for your interest in growing your career with us.