Senior Scientist – Evinova

AstraZeneca • Gaithersburg, MD

1d • $115,899 - $173,849 • Hybrid

About The Position

This role is for a Senior Scientist in Clinical Outcomes Assessment (COA) Measurement Science, focusing on advancing oncology drug development. The scientist will apply knowledge of clinical outcomes assessments and emerging sensor or wearable data collection technologies to drive meaningful insights. Contributions will shape the understanding and measurement of symptoms, functional outcomes, health-related quality of life, and other patient-focused aspects throughout the oncology drug development process. The role requires both qualitative and quantitative expertise to support patient-centered measurement strategies and will involve close collaboration with stakeholders to identify and balance treatment benefits and risks in Oncology. Evinova is a health-tech business within the AstraZeneca Group, focused on accelerating digital health advancements in the life sciences sector.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Four years practical experience is required.
• Experience in performing outcomes research, in any setting, including life sciences company, research organization, academic institution or governmental agency.
• Experience in interpreting COA data from clinical research and communicating scientific evidence.
• Experience conducting literature reviews.
• Working knowledge of Patient Focused Drug Development (PFDD) FDA Guidance documents and other relevant guidance documents and standard processes to capture patient's experience in drug lifecycle.
• Project management and vendor management skills.
• Conceptual, analytical and critical thinking.
• Creative, innovative, solution-focused.
• Curious, embraces new ways of problem solving, new ideas, and new ways of working.
• Strong communication skills, the ability to build relationships.

Nice To Haves

• An advanced degree in a science related field and/or other appropriate knowledge/experience is preferred.
• Combination of academic training and practical experience in outcomes research is highly preferred: Doctoral degree (e.g., Ph.D., Sc. D. or Dr.P.H.) in a relevant field such as, but not limited to, health services research, health outcomes research, epidemiology, pharmacy administration, public health, economics, statistics or decision sciences or Clinical degree (e.g., in medicine, pharmacy, nursing, or equivalent) and a masters degree in a related field (as noted above), plus two years practical experience or: Masters degree in a related field (as noted above), plus two years practical experience.
• Prior experience conducting outcomes research studies and communication of study findings to internal and external audiences.
• Quantitative and data analysis experience, particularly with clinical trial data.
• Experience with the development, selection, and psychometric evaluation of PRO instruments used in clinical studies.
• Experience conducting qualitative interviews with patients and clinicians and performing qualitative data analysis.
• Experience conducting outcomes research in different geographic regions and interacting with regulators and policy-makers.
• Diligence - attention to detail and ability to manage a program of concurrent activities.
• Resilience - ability to overcome and motivate others in the face of a changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to qualitative and quantitative research to generate evidence of patients' experience with treatment throughout the oncology drug development lifecycle, including study design/oversight and data collection.
• With supervision, responsible for project management of functional service provider(s) for qualitative and quantitative research to inform development of conceptual disease-models and related endpoints.
• With supervision, contribute to the exploration of COA in clinical research to inform clinical benefit evaluation of oncology treatment, including measurement performance evaluation, definition or development of novel COA endpoints, and data collection to inform decision making.
• With support from line management, partner with scientific leaders within Digital Health Oncology to identify, pursue, and develop independent scientific expertise within the COA and digital health fields.
• Collaborate and partner with key internal stakeholder colleagues to ensure priorities and strategies are aligned.
• Prepare, review, and publish scientific reports, internal/conference presentations, publications, regulatory dossiers reflecting ongoing or completed work, with supervision.

Benefits

• Eligibility for various incentives—an opportunity to receive short-term incentive bonuses, equity-based awards for salaried roles and commissions for sales roles.
• Qualified retirement programs.
• Paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves).
• Health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior