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Research Assoc III Evidera - Evidence Synthesis

Research Assoc III Evidera - Evidence Synthesis

Thermo Fisher ScientificAlberta, Canada
30+ days ago
Salary
CA$136,800.00–CA$205,200.00 yearly
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Remote
Job description

other duties may be assigned) :

  • Define and refine research questions as they pertain to the SLR objectives
  • Design of literature searches / algorithms to be implemented in scientific literature databases (, PubMed, EMBASE, Cochrane Library, etc.) and grey literature sources (conference proceedings, regulatory agencies).
  • Develop inclusion / exclusion criteria within the PICOS framework to be implemented during screening process
  • Oversee the screening of abstracts and full-text articles against defined inclusion / exclusion criteria to assess their suitability for inclusion in the review
  • Review the PRISMA diagram depicting the study attrition
  • Validate data abstraction and extraction
  • Finalize the analyzable dataset
  • Draft tables and figures for analysis results
  • Synthesize the evidence base by through drafting and editing sections of project deliverables ( reports, protocols, statistical analysis plans) and dissemination actives, abstract and manuscript preparation
  • Delegate tasks to junior staff and review their work as appropriate
  • Develop a project plan and monitor project progress, including timeline and budget
  • Draft project proposals, including scoping the body of evidence and preparing project budgets)
  • Co-lead (or lead) client communications, both via email, phone, and in-person; responsible for day-to-day communications
  • Participate in nonliterature-based research and consulting activities within other departments (, modeling and simulation, real-world evidence).
  • Participate in staff recruitment and training efforts
  • Serve as a line manager (depending on skills / experience)

Education, Professional Skills & Experience :

  • PhD in health sciences, economics, biology, natural sciences or a related field with some related experience; MSc. with significant related experience, or Bachelors with extensive relevant experience.
  • Proven experience in systematic literature review methods in health economics and / or health services research; experience in network meta-analysis would be an advantage, but is not essential.

    • In some cases an equivalency, consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training and / or directly related experience, will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role.

    Personal Skills & Competencies :

  • Commercial experience in a similar environment is highly desirable, but not essential
  • Deep understanding of research principles and demonstrated practical research implementation
  • Ability to access and use a variety of computer software developed both in-house and off-the-shelf.
  • Ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
  • Frequently interacts with others to obtain or relate information to diverse groups.
  • Works independently with little guidance or reliance on oral or written instructions and plans work schedules to meet goals.
  • Performs a wide range of variable tasks as dictated by variable demands and changing conditions with little predictability as to the occurrence. Ability to perform under stress. Ability to multitask.
  • Regular and consistent attendance.

    • 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 and 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. (Recruiter will provide more details.)