Research Associate III - Real-World Science, Epidemiology & Scientific Affairs.

Thermo Fisher Scientific • Waltham, MA

1d • $105,000 - $115,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Research Associate III 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. 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.

Requirements

• PhD (epidemiology or closely related field) or MSc with 1-5 years of relevant experience
• Good understanding of epidemiologic methodology
• Working knowledge of MS Office software
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and document information effectively in written English, including the ability to produce scientific reports, presentations, emails and other written deliverables that are 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
• Strong communication 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 client's needs, and recommends solutions
• Demonstrates sound professional judgment in analyzing, responding to, and resolving enquiries, issues and escalations

Nice To Haves

• Experience with de novo data collection (field) projects (non-interventional designs in particular) is highly desirable
• Previous experience in consultancy and/or CRO environment highly desirable
• Working knowledge of data analysis software (e.g., SAS, Stata, R) a plus
• Experience with design of peri- or post-approval late phase interventional projects is not required but would be considered a plus

Responsibilities

• Participate in scientific guidance/consultation on scientific methodological and operational considerations of project design and conduct
• Lead on or oversee development of project deliverables (e.g., protocols, case report forms (electronic or paper), survey questions, reports) for senior review
• Interact directly with project sponsors, physician experts, and clinical sites, if appropriate and under the guidance of senior staff
• Assist the responsible scientist with monitoring project budget spend and managing timelines for scientific tasks/deliverables
• Participate in the development of abstracts and manuscripts
• Contribute to the growth of PPD through business development activities, including support of proposal development, participation in the sales cycle, and, when appropriate, presentations
• Support other organizational activities as needed (e.g., supervise and/or mentor junior staff, closely collaborate with other project stakeholders such as clinical operations, data management, biostatistics, and data analysts; contribute to development of training materials and process improvements)
• 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

Benefits

• A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
• Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
• At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO)
• 10 paid holidays annually
• Paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave)
• Accident and life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
• Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
• Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees