Research Associate I Patient-Centered Research Evidera Remote 2024

Evidera’s Patient-Centered Research (PCR) group combines a unique portfolio of scientific disciplines, including health sciences, psychometrics, epidemiology, psychology, and many other social sciences. Our dedicated team encompass strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a passion for research, including scientific contributions on a variety of projects related to the quantitative and qualitative development of clinical outcomes assessments including patient, clinician and observer-reported measures designed to assess the impact of disease and treatment.

Our staff also develop studies to evaluate patient preferences and utilities, execute various implementation science studies, conduct Delphi panels and do secondary data analysis using advanced statistical techniques. Our work has helped identify and clarify unmet clinical needs, assess burden of illness and evaluate patient outcomes, preference and/or adherence, while supporting promotional and labeling claims on a global scale.

Position Overview

The Research Associate I provides scientific support for discrete tasks.  May independently manage some project-related tasks.

Science

• Assists with preparing proposals, protocols, and reports by conducting internet and literature searches
• Conducts literature reviews by abstracting data from scientific articles
• Conducts and may oversee site recruitment, site contracting and IRB submissions, site management, and site training.
• Conducts and assists with data collection, including conducting one-on-one cognitive interviews and co-moderating focus groups; compiles data collection tools. 
• Conducts and assists with data management, including performing data entry and review
• Conducts and assists with data analysis, including preparing qualitative code book, performing and overseeing coding, and reviewing quantitative data tables

Project Management

• Perform efficient delegation and communication within/outside of project team, and communicate regularly with senior project team members (i.e. principal investigator) about project tasks. 
• Limited to some client contact.
• Conduct site recruitment, including site screening and contracting.
• Assist with and conduct site training and site management, including tracking enrollment and scheduling.
• Conduct IRB submission/management.
• Assist with financial management of project.
• Travel might be required.

Financial and Business Development

• No proposal writing requirement of this position, although individuals may choose to work on sections of selected proposals.

PCR Operations Support

• Participates in staff recruitment efforts
• Conforms to SOPs and other Evidera requirements
• Attends trainings
• Participates in the training of new hires into the RA1 level

Education, Professional Skills & Experience

• Master’s Degree in scientific discipline and at least one year of experience in healthcare research; or
• Bachelor’s Degree in scientific discipline and at least two years of experience in healthcare research.
• MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel for entry
• Atlas.ti; Access data entry; InFormU; EndNote; PubMed/embase; DataFax to be utilized in position

Personal Skills & Competencies

• Basic understanding of research methods and practical knowledge of research implementation.
• Collaborative team member, capable of efficient multi-tasking
• Some practical knowledge of research implementation
• Demonstrates good communication skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Demonstrates attention to detail
• Demonstrates ability to work well within a team environment

Working Environment

PPD 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:

• Able to communicate, receive and understand information & ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner.
• Able to work upright and stationary for typical working hours.
• Ability to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency.
• Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities.
• May require travel.

Who we are?

Evidera is a business within Pharmaceutical Product Development, LLC (PPD) a leading global contract research organization (CRO), and 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.

What we offer?

We know that if you are provided with the right support and resources needed you will thrive! Therefore, Evidera offers a great mix of compensation and benefits options to show you how valuable you are to the organization.

Some of our perks include

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure
• Generous benefits package, including healthcare, dental, vision and paid time off to spent with your friends and family
• Flexible working environment by offering fully remote work for most of our positions, to support work-life balance
• Clear opportunities for growth and career progression. We offer multiple Learning & Development programs, coaching and mentoring trainings, career planning and discussions to help you grow as a professional.
• Access to Employee Well-being programs and services. We value your emotional health and offer a variety of programs to support your mental healthcare.
• Collaborative working environment with focus on Diversity and Inclusion. At Evidera, we respect one another and recognize that our diversity makes our business stronger. We strive to be an inclusive organization where colleagues can be their authentic selves and grow their careers.
• Global exposure: Opportunity to work on multiple projects with some of the industry’s leading researchers around the globe.
• Smooth onboarding process with your own dedicated onboarding specialist and a working buddy to help you navigate through your first few weeks thus ensuring great start to your new role.