Research Scientist – Modelling and Simulation

Job title:

Research Scientist – Modelling and Simulation

Company

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Job description

Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri)Environmental Conditions OfficeJob DescriptionJob Title: Research ScientistLocation: RemotePosition Overview:Independent project lead & principal investigator of projects responsible for overseeing all aspects of project delivery; delegates project management tasks to mid-level and junior staff. Conceptualization, design and implementation of health economic models to conduct cost-effectiveness and budget impact analyses of healthcare interventions. Scientific responsibility for project completion; responsible for strategic consultation and for use of best methods to address research needs. Oversees and participates in a large project portfolio. Innovates scientifically and produces output of high scientific quality. Assumes significant responsibility for sales targets and building client relationships.Essential Duties and Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned):

• Scientifically responsible person for design and implementation of selected studies or models; conceptualize advanced model design and advanced study protocols and statistical analysis plans.
• Lead interactions with clients in the pharmaceutical and medical device industries, develops and maintains client relationships.
• Brings in proposal leads, manages proposal writing process and closes sales
• Review and finalize project deliverables and ensure study findings are valid and reliable.
• As project lead/principal investigator: project budget, deliverable and project timeline responsibility; identify scope expansion and need for amendments.
• Serve as advisor or mentor to other principal investigators or team members.
• Direct other “non-billable” activities (e.g. design conceptual approaches for proposals, supervise junior staff, identify and pursue business opportunities within Evidera and bring in new projects).

Education, Professional Skills & Experience:

• PhD, Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Operations Research, Mathematics, Economics, Engineering, Biostatistics or related field with at least 7 to 10 years of directly relevant work experience in similar industry or consulting environment.
• Proven record in business development, as well as discussion of new opportunities with existing clients
• Required: Advanced Microsoft Excel modelling skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, and Microsoft PowerPoint. Ability to use Access with interface provided (will need to know ARENA if doing DES programming); familiarity with data analysis software.
• Broad experience in health economics and development of models suitable for submission to Health Technology Assessment groups or to support other reimbursement decisions
• Deep understanding of research principles and familiarity with key aspects of the literature (historical and current)
• Advanced level understanding of relevant methodology and statistics
• Extensive knowledge of practical research implementation

Personal Skills & Competencies:

• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, project teams and senior managers
• Demonstrated ability to lead global cross-functional project teams to deliver projects across many therapeutic areas in a fast-paced, matrixed environment
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• Excels in handling staff growth and synergy, as well as client relations
• Competent in written and spoken English.
• Line manager: Experience in a line manager position, hiring, on-boarding, coaching, supporting staff development and project staffing plans
• Travel (international) is expected

Expected salary

Location

Saint-Laurent, QC

Job date

Sat, 22 Mar 2025 23:17:05 GMT

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