What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Epidemiologist - Hybrid position at American Contract Group?
Keys:The most important qualification for this position is advanced SAS programming skills. Estimated on-site requirement:Approximately one day per week in the office, currently in Lexington. This location may change to Waltham at some point. The number of days per week could increase, but for now, one day per week is expected. DescriptionThe Senior Epidemiologist leads epidemiologic data analysis in support of therapies and marketed products within the company’s nephrology portfolio. Evidence based medicine (EBM) or outcomes research refers to observational studies evaluating the results of medical interventions. Principal Duties & Responsibilities:Applies company policies and procedures to resolve complex issues.Receives little instruction on day-to-day work, general instructions on new assignments.Works on problems of broad scope where analysis of situation or data requires a review of a variety of factors.Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.Builds productive working relationships.May assist other staff with more complex tasks that require a higher level of understanding of functions.May escalate issues to supervisor/manager for resolution, as deemed necessary.Review and comply with the Code of Business Conduct and all applicable company policies and procedures, local, state and federal laws and regulations.Conducts data analysis for EBM studies /requests coming from EBM management, Medical department, and colleagues (e.g., Brand team) who are managing the development of new products, marketed products, and new product indications.Contributes to EBM study design (e.g., observational studies), and objectives for analysis, write analytic programs and ensure quality control conducted on all analysesIdentifies and uses various data sources including FMC Corporate Research and RRI databases, and major registries.Collaborates with FMC Corporate Research and RRI to analyze FMC and RRI data.Supports IT infrastructure for databases and conduct statistical SAS programmingDefines rigorous statistical and epidemiologic methods in observational research and retrospective data analysisAppropriately document and track all studies and database projectsConsults as internal advisor on statistics and data analysis as it relates to observational researchProvides external communication of analyses in the form of abstracts, posters or manuscripts and conducts the drafting,editing and delivery of medical communication in a timely manner and within the project scope.Ensures that all deliverables are met according to timelines, budget, operational procedures and quality standards.Support the development of study schedules and budgets. Able to coordinate outsourcing to Contract Research Organization(s) (CROs) and/or other 3rd parties if neededOther duties as assigned. Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions. Physical Demands & Working Conditions:The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Up to 20% travel is possible. Education:Advanced Degree (e.g., MS, MPH, or PhD) or equivalent education/degree in biostatistics or epidemiology required.Desirable: Training in health economics, outcomes research, epidemiology, and/or health services research; and/or direct analytics experience at HEOR or Data Management vendors or Pharma and Medical device companies. Experience & Required Skills:5 years related experience with a Master’s degree or 1 years related experience with a Doctoral degreeStrong SAS programming skills
Salary : $45 - $50