Research Associate II – Patient-Centered Research
- Full-Time
- Seattle, WA
- Evidera
- Posted 3 years ago – Accepting applications
Job Description
Research Associate II - Patient-Centered Research
Position Summary
Independently completes basic project management tasks (financial management, timelines, client correspondence); requires senior supervision for more advanced and complex project management tasks (protocol and report development, statistical analysis). Assists with authorship of client deliverables.
Key Skills and Attributes
Science
MA/MS/More than two years of experience (or equivalent thereof in outcomes research/clinical trial execution/human subject’s research).
BA/BS/More than three years of experience (or equivalent thereof in outcomes research/ clinical trial execution/human subject’s research).
Computer programming or software skills required for position
MS Word, PPT, Excel; Endnote, Pubmed/Embase, ATLAS.ti, ability to use Access with interface provided.
Specific skills or knowledge required for position
Evidera is a business within in Pharmaceutical Product Development, LLC (PPD) a leading global contract research organization (CRO), and a is a preeminent provider of evidence-based solutions. We provide integrated scientific expertise and global operational capabilities to help clients generate the evidence needed to optimize the market access and commercial potential of products.
Perks:
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, with clear opportunities for growth and career progression. You will have the opportunity to work on multiple projects with some of the industry’s leading researchers. Our offices boast a fun and collaborative working environment, frequent social events and a robust support system. We are committed to providing training and professional development, with ample opportunity to advance, for all our staff.
Evidera’s Core Competencies:
Evidera, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetics, sexual orientation, gender preference, disability, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.
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- This position can be based in our Bethesda, Seattle, or London locations
Position Summary
Independently completes basic project management tasks (financial management, timelines, client correspondence); requires senior supervision for more advanced and complex project management tasks (protocol and report development, statistical analysis). Assists with authorship of client deliverables.
Key Skills and Attributes
- Knowledge of practical research implementation (IRB process, data collection and management, familiar with qualitative and quantitative analysis)
- Demonstrates ability to work well within diverse project teams
- Well-developed communication skills and scientific writing skills, as demonstrated by peer-reviewed publications, technical reports, or other scholarly work
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Collaborative team member, capable of efficient multi-tasking
Science
- Independently prepares proposal drafts, protocol drafts, and reports/summaries. Can summarize quantitative and qualitative analysis results for project deliverables.
- Conducts literature reviews and oversees tabling of data from articles.
- Responsible for data collection, especially qualitative data including conducting cognitive interviews and co-moderating or moderating focus groups.
- Compiles or oversees compilation of data collection tools.
- Understands the basic elements of psychometric analysis.
- Oversees data management, including data entry and review.
- Conducts data analysis, including preparing qualitative code book, performing and overseeing coding, and reviewing quantitative data tables.
- Maintains familiarity with current scientific literature. May co-author presentations for scientific conferences and manuscripts for scientific journals.
- Oversees and conducts site recruitment, site management, site training, and data management.
- Efficiently delegates and communicates within/outside of project team, and communicates regularly with senior project team members (i.e. principal investigator) about project tasks. Responsible for overseeing the project budget, routinely checking PDR and milestone reports, approving and tracking subcontractor and possibly client invoices, and maintaining the project checkbook.
- Able to track timelines and keep project team informed in order to complete work within the expected timeframe.
- Communicates regularly with senior project team members (i.e. principal investigator) about project budget and timelines
- Oversees and conducts IRB submission procedures, electronic and paper filing, SOP requirements, business office practices, etc.
- Travel 10-30 % of the time.
- Able to communicate effectively with clients.
- No specific proposal writing goal for this level, though individuals may choose to work on selected proposals if interested
- Develops and presents internal scientific trainings, and attends trainings and brown bags led by colleagues
- Participates in staff recruitment efforts
- May attend scientific conferences for professional development/training
- Conforms to SOPs and other Evidera trainings
- Participates in the training of new hires into the RA2 position
MA/MS/More than two years of experience (or equivalent thereof in outcomes research/clinical trial execution/human subject’s research).
BA/BS/More than three years of experience (or equivalent thereof in outcomes research/ clinical trial execution/human subject’s research).
Computer programming or software skills required for position
MS Word, PPT, Excel; Endnote, Pubmed/Embase, ATLAS.ti, ability to use Access with interface provided.
Specific skills or knowledge required for position
- Knowledge of fundamentals of health outcomes/human subjects research principles and good clinical practices.
- Practical knowledge of research project implementation.
- Demonstrates: good communication skills, strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work well within a team environment.
Evidera is a business within in Pharmaceutical Product Development, LLC (PPD) a leading global contract research organization (CRO), and a is a preeminent provider of evidence-based solutions. We provide integrated scientific expertise and global operational capabilities to help clients generate the evidence needed to optimize the market access and commercial potential of products.
Perks:
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, with clear opportunities for growth and career progression. You will have the opportunity to work on multiple projects with some of the industry’s leading researchers. Our offices boast a fun and collaborative working environment, frequent social events and a robust support system. We are committed to providing training and professional development, with ample opportunity to advance, for all our staff.
Evidera’s Core Competencies:
- Customer Focus
- Initiative
- Teamwork
- Problem Solving/Judgment
- Accountability
Evidera, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetics, sexual orientation, gender preference, disability, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.