Principal Analytics Lead

Parexel is hiring multiple positions for a Principal RWD Analytics Lead. This person will provide technical consultancy to both sponsors and internal project teams and play a major role in developing analytics solutions and securing business opportunities as well as coaching junior staff members and contributing to the study delivery that leverage the use of RWD. In this highly scientific role, a Principal RWD Analytics Lead is expected to keep abreast with the industry trend and innovations as well as demonstrate up to date knowledge in the area of RWD application, real-world evidence (RWE) generation, and late phase clinical research.

Key Accountabilities:

RWD-enabled Solution DevelopmentLead the RWD analytics solution development, including advising Sponsors and internal Parexel teams to identify a project’s RWD requirements and meet the Sponsor’s RWE generation needsProvide consultancy to sponsors and Parexel project teams regarding RWD study design elements, analytics methods, and implementation considerationsLead and/or contribute to study protocol and/or analysis plan sections which detail the use of scientific data for any given projectBusiness DevelopmentSupport Parexel business opportunities by providing input/considerations to Request for Proposals and Request for Information, attending capability presentation and bid defense, and consulting with Sponsors through early engagementMentorship & TrainingAbility to convey understanding, value and considerations related to RWD to project teams, Sponsors and other audiences, whether expert or naïveMentoring of Scientific Data Solutions Architects, Project Leads, project teams, and junior staff members with regards to RWD study design and analysisLead or support the development and delivery of training courses and materials pertinent to RWD, RWE and late-phase clinical researchBillable Project DeliveryInterrogate databases and perform epidemiological, statistical or therapeutic/indication-specific analyses as required by assignment and billable project scope/responsibilitiesContribution to the development of RWD analytics solutions and operational delivery modelsSDO Strategic SupportMaintaining a positive, results-oriented work environment while building partnerships through teamwork and communicating in an open, balanced and objective mannerQualificationsSkills:Knowledge of the application of scientific data including RWD from an epidemiological, biostatistical or medical informatics perspectiveAbility to apply epidemiology, biostatistical or medical informatics knowledge and principles in the design and analysis of RWD studies via statistically and scientifically sound methods and approachesAbility to communicate ideas and approaches in an effective mannerCritical thinking and problem-solving skills with a results orientationProject management knowledgeWorking knowledge of the English language/proficiency in local language (where required)Strong customer focus, internally and externallyAbility to support business developmentExcellent interpersonal and intercultural communication skills, both written and verbalTeamwork and collaboration skillsDemonstrated ability to mentor junior members and study teamsFamiliar with a broad range of RWD sources/health care databases, statistical approaches, and their usesEducation:Formal qualification(s) in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Medical Informatics, Medicine, Public Health or equivalentAdvanced Degree required (Master’s level or higher)7+ years clinical research experience utilizing scientific data sources including RWDKnowledge of relevant regulatory guidanceExperience in regulatory interaction (such as FDA, MHRA) is a plus