Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)Environmental Conditions
OfficeJob Description
Join Us as a Research Associate III Make an Impact at the Forefront of Innovation. This position can be remote based across Europe.
Position Overview:
The Research Associate III (Epidemiologist) drafts project deliverables interacts with clients and contributes to strategic thinking under the direction of senior staff. The Research Associate III also supports scientific coordination and project management.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned):
The Research Associate III will bear scientific responsibility for the development of scientific deliverables (e.g. protocols reports) that accurately summarize the study design of de novo data collection projects (retrospective prospective and/or cross-sectional) under oversight of more senior staff.
In particular theResearch Associate III will:
Participate in scientific guidance/consultation onscientificmethodological and operationalconsiderations of project design and conduct
Lead on or oversee development of project deliverables ( case report forms (electronic or paper)survey questionsreports)forsenior review.
Interact directly with project sponsors physician expertsandclinical sites if appropriate and under the guidance of senior staff
Assist theresponsible scientistwith monitoring project budget spend and managing timelines for scientific tasks/deliverables.
Participate in the development of abstracts and manuscripts
Contribute to the growth ofPPD through business development activities includingsupport ofproposal development participation in the sales cycle and when appropriate presentations
Support otherorganizationalactivities as needed (e.g. supervise and/or mentor junior staff closely collaborate withother project stakeholders such as clinical operations data management biostatistics and data analysts;contribute to development of training materials and process improvements)
Travel (national and international travel) may be expected
Consulting Expectations:
Participates in client calls and is expected to be able to address questions posed directly to him/her about his/her work
Contributes to strategic thinking under the direction of senior staff.
Education Professional Skills & Experience:
PhD (epidemiology or closely related field) or MSc with 1-5 years of relevant experience
Experience withde novodata collection (field) projects (non-interventional designs in particular) is highly desirable
Good understanding of epidemiologic methodology
Previous experience in consultancyand/or CROenvironment highly desirable
Working knowledge ofMS Office software;working knowledge ofdata analysis software (e.g. SAS Stata R)a plus
Experience with design of peri- or post-approval late phaseinterventionalprojects is not required but would be considered a plus
Personal Skills & Competencies:
Demonstrated ability to communicate and document information effectively in written English including the ability to producescientificreportspresentationsemails and other writtendeliverablesthatare well-organized free from errors and are appropriately adjusted to the characteristics and needs of the audience.
Strong organizational time-management prioritization and decision-making skills necessary to evaluate plan and accomplish multiple work goals in a timely fashion.
Able to quickly learn and apply new information skills and procedures.
Proactive and positive approach to tasks and projects as well as resilience when encountering process project budget or client changes that are inherent in the consulting environment.
Strongcommunication and interpersonal skills including the ability to quickly develop and sustain positive rapport with internal and external contacts in person over the phone and by email.
Experience presenting ideas to individuals and groups in a formal presentation setting
Delivers a positive internal/external client experience; listens and understand the clients needs and recommends solutions
Demonstrates sound professional judgment in analyzing responding to and resolving enquiries issues and escalations.
Working Environment:
Thermo Fisher Scientific values the health and wellbeing of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. Below is listed the working environment/requirements for this role:
Travel may be required.
Why join us
When you join Thermo Fisher Scientific you become part of a global team that values passion innovation and a commitment to scientific excellence. Youll work in an environment where collaboration and development are part of the everyday experienceand where your contributions truly make a difference.
Apply today to help us deliver tomorrows breakthroughs.
Required Experience:
IC
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