Manager - Scientific - II* at HAYS in Foster City, California

Job Description:

The final salary or hourly wage, as applicable, paid to each candidate/applicant for this position is ultimately dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's/applicant's qualifications, skills, and level of experience as well as the geographical location of the position.


Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship not available.


Our client is seeking a Manager - Scientific - II* in Foster City, CA.


Job Responsibilities


• Support development of and provide critical appraisal of study protocols for research projects using RWD (e.g., medical claims, EHR, and observational registry databases)
• Partner closely with internal and external stakeholders, including the Biostatistics and Programming team, to develop statistical analysis plans using descriptive and complex study designs
• Lead or support generation of code lists and identification of claims- or other RWD-based algorithms applicable to RWD research, by working collaboratively with internal/external researchers and/or via literature review
• Lead or support data analyses/QC using claims, EHR, and/or registry databases in close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
• Conduct thorough data reviews for primary/secondary data collected to ensure quality and reliability
• Communicate the study results with a broader audience internally and externally
• Effectively manage internal and external stakeholder expectations regarding strategic objectives and execution of research
• Support cross-functional initiatives to develop and refine internal procedures, workflows, and best practices


Skills & Requirements


• Master's degree in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Statistics or related discipline from an accredited institution and 4+ years of experience working with a broad range of RWD, in academia, at a contract research organization, or in the biopharmaceutical industry


Preferred Qualifications:
• Doctoral level training in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Statistics or related discipline from an accredited institution
• 4+ years of oncology research experience highly preferred
• Prior experience of using RWD in regulatory applications, post-marketing studies, and pharmacovigilance
• Prior experience in projects involving Flatiron EHR and/or chart review data from clinical sites
• In-depth knowledge of claims-based RWD (e.g., Optum, HealthVerity) and prior experience of using claims-based RWD in oncology research
• In-depth knowledge of advanced statistical methods to support complex study designs
• Proficiency in statistical analysis programming languages commonly used in life sciences (e.g., SAS, R)
• Excellent interpersonal communication and study management skills
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills, including the ability to effectively communicate study results in a clear, non-technical manner to internal cross-functional teams, using language that resonates with the teams, while maintaining the integrity of key findings
• Ability to work effectively in a constantly changing, diverse, and matrix environment


Benefits/Other Compensation


This position is a contract/temporary role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, 401K and Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit).


Why Hays?


You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there's a position you really want, you're fully prepared to get it.


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Hays is committed to building a thriving culture of diversity that embraces people with different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better we serve our candidates, clients, and employees. We are an equal employment opportunity employer, and we comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, HIV-positive status, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. One of Hays' guiding principles is 'do the right thing'.
We also believe that actions speak louder than words.
In that regard, we train our staff on ensuring inclusivity throughout the entire recruitment process and counsel our clients on these principles. If you have any questions about Hays or any of our processes, please contact us.


In accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law protecting qualified individuals with known disabilities, Hays will attempt to reasonably accommodate those individuals unless doing so would create an undue hardship on the company. Any qualified applicant or consultant with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should call or text 813.336.5570.


Drug testing may be required; please contact a recruiter for more information.


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