The Opportunity
IQVIA’s Real World Solutions is currently recruiting for an Associate Consultant, Biostatistician/ Epidemiologist to focus on real world evidence generation across APAC region. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work with experienced healthcare industry, academic researchers, consultants, and data scientists. He/she will support the design, development, and delivery of a wide range of projects to our clients from database analytics, HEOR and patient centered research. Projects range in complexity from evaluating and scoping opportunities, research analysis and problem solving to assisting the development of recommendations for clients.
Responsibilities:
Develop and execute statistical analyses for real world studies
Work closely with project teams including project managers, epidemiologists, data scientists, statisticians and consultants across APAC and other regions to ensure accuracy and validity of data
Maintain in-depth understanding of real-world designs and statistical methods including modeling approaches
Provide statistical input in study protocols and prepare statistical analysis plan
Support data analytics scripting and execution of analytics for observational research studies
Use statistical programming ability to support development/maintenance of central analytics code library and updating existing coding with support from IQVIA data scientists
Support project delivery including creating reports, presentations and other client deliverables, and participating in client meetings and workshops
Develop and implement strategies to ensure accurate and timely delivery of statistical analysis results
Excellent communications skills to effectively communicate complex statistical concepts to internal and external stakeholders
Skills & Experience Required:
MPH, MSc or PhD (or an equivalent degree) in statistics, biostatistics, epidemiology, public health, or a related discipline
Proficiency in the use of statistical software such as R and other statistical programming language
Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset along with excellent written and verbal communication skills
Compelling quantitative skills with the ability to learn and apply analytical tools and techniques for analysis
Experience in designing and executing retrospective epidemiological studies using existing data sources
Prior healthcare-related experience and computing skills with high level programming languages will be an added advantage
Able to work independently in a multidisciplinary and culturally diverse team
Excellent team player and self-motivated
Fluency in English (spoken and written)
IQVIA is a leading global provider of advanced analytics, technology solutions and clinical research services to the life sciences industry. We believe in pushing the boundaries of human science and data science to make the biggest impact possible – to help our customers create a healthier world. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com
