Job Title: Real World Data Scientist

Job Description

As a Real-World Data (RWD) Scientist, you will be part of a team powering data-driven insights that lead to better, faster decisions and therapies for our patients. Acting as a lead data scientist in your project area, you will contribute RWD expertise to broader cross-functional initiatives. Candidates should be excited to drive innovation by implementing new business technology solutions that solve significant scientific or business problems through the use and understanding of complex data. Your role will be to conceive, design, and execute analytical components of research studies using sources of Real-World Data and Genetics, including, but not limited to, large healthcare administrative databases, electronic medical records, registries, and surveys. Your expertise will be critical as you investigate, identify, develop, and optimize new methods, algorithms, and technologies to derive novel, competitive insights from disparate data sources.

Responsibilities

• Conceive, design, and implement new RWD business technology solutions that solve significant scientific or business problems through the integration, visualization, and analysis of large and complex data.

• Demonstrate high proficiency across a wide range of technologies related to the integration, visualization, and analysis of large and complex real-world data sets.

• Maintain broad expertise analyzing large real-world data, including medical claims data, electronic medical records, survey data, etc.

• Resolve key project hurdles and assumptions by effectively utilizing available information and technical expertise.

• Expand advanced methodology and adopt new technology capabilities such as machine learning, RWE dashboards and visualizations, automation, etc.

• Utilize knowledge of the pharmaceutical and healthcare business in the rapid advancement of agile, impactful, and cost-effective solutions.

• Drive productivity and efficiency gains throughout multiple business areas.

• Perform activities autonomously and productively, requiring only minimal direction from or interaction with a supervisor.

• Proactively seek out new information and technologies in the literature/public domain and incorporate them into individual projects as well as the overall program.

• Understand and adhere to corporate standards regarding applicable Corporate and Divisional Policies, including code of conduct, safety, GxP compliance, and data security.

Essential Skills

• Experience in Real-World Evidence (RWE), Real-World Data (RWD), Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR), Data Science, and Epidemiology.

• Proficiency in SAS, SAS Macro SQL, or other programming languages for real-world data analytics (e.g., R or Python).

• Experience and/or training in the application of advanced scientific and analytical methods.

• Excellent written and oral English communication skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Master of Science or PhD with 2 years of experience in HEOR/Epidemiology or related area.

• Background in life sciences or work experience in the pharmaceutical industry preferred.

• Proven implementation of creative technology solutions that advanced the business.

Work Environment

100% Remote

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 21, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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