[Hiring] Research Scientist @Thermo Fisher Scientific

Role Description

Join Us as a Research Scientist– Make an Impact at the Forefront of Innovation

• Team: In-trial research team within the Patient-Centered Research group
• Location: North America or Europe

The ITR Research Scientist is the independent Principal Investigator of projects responsible for overseeing all aspects of project delivery; delegates project management tasks to more junior scientific staff. Takes scientific responsibility for project completion; responsible for strategic consultation and for use of best methods to address research needs. Able to oversee and participate in a large project portfolio. Innovates scientifically and produces output of high scientific quality. Assumes significant responsibilities for sales targets and client development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned):

• Science
  • Applies in-depth knowledge of scientific methods, mainly qualitative but also quantitative.
  • Presents scientific work in peer-reviewed journals and at professional meetings.
  • Provides scientific leadership to team members.
  • Produces deliverables of high scientific quality.
  • Advises and implements best methods and scientific innovation in project plans and design.
  • Highly productive in terms of number and volume of scientific projects responsible for, involved with, and consulting on.
  • Knowledge of regulatory requirements and guidelines.
  • Scientific contributions may include:
    • Development and delivery of scientific studies and results directly to clients.
    • Assisting colleagues to optimize study design and implementation when scientist has specific areas of expertise.
    • Non-project related publications, presentations, workshops, advisory boards, participation in FDA meetings, etc.
• Strategy/Consulting
  • Develops and maintains client relationships.
  • Understands pharmaceutical industry/FDA structure.
  • Identifies scientific methods/plans that help clients meet their goals as well as those that will not help clients meet their goals.
  • Provides scientifically rigorous deliverables that best help clients meet their objectives.
  • Helps clients prepare for regulatory meetings and attend regulatory meetings with clients as requested.
• Financial & Business Development
  • Brings in proposal leads.
  • Writes proposals and managing proposal writing process.
  • Closes sales.
  • Meets annual target utilization rate of 60%, unless otherwise specified.
• Project Management
  • Manages internal timelines to ensure that deliverables meet external client timelines.
  • Manages internal budget/staff hours per project not to exceed contracted budget.
  • Manages scope creep or out of scope work.
  • Manages legal/contracting issues.
• PCR Operations Support
  • Develops and presents internal scientific trainings.
  • Conforms to SOPs and other Evidera/PPD requirements.
  • Actively supports new product development and scientific innovation.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in a life sciences or social sciences discipline (psychology, epidemiology, health services, public health, etc…) and more than 3 years’ experience in relevant field.
• Master’s degree in a life sciences or social sciences discipline (psychology, epidemiology, health services, public health, etc…) and more than 5-7 years’ experience in relevant field.
• 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.

Requirements

• Experience using Computer-Assisted Qualitative Data Analysis Software (CAQDAS), such as Atlas.ti, NVivo, MAXQDA, Dedoose, etc. is required.
• Experience analyzing patient experience data is required, such as interviews, surveys, COA (clinical outcome assessment).
• Experience managing multiple projects is required.
• Experience in pharma or consulting companies is preferred.
• Familiarity working in a clinical research environment is preferred.

Personal Skills & Competencies

• Deep understanding of qualitative research principles and familiarity with the conduct of qualitative research in the context of clinical trials.
• Extensive knowledge of qualitative methods.
• Advanced level understanding of operational and logistical challenges of ITR.
• Well-developed communication skills and scientific writing skills.
• Demonstrates strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrates ability to independently manage, oversee, and/or lead a variety of project-related tasks and effectively delegates tasks to project team.
• Demonstrates ability to manage client relationships.
• Collaborative team member, capable of efficient multi-tasking.

Benefits

• When you join Thermo Fisher Scientific, you become part of a global team that values passion, innovation, and a commitment to scientific excellence.
• You’ll work in an environment where collaboration and development are part of the everyday experience—and where your contributions truly make a difference.