Job : Sr. Epidemiologist-1312071

Description   Sr. Epidemiologist Why Quintiles?  - Largest CRO in the world with over 27,000 employees globally. - Ranked 6th in InformationWeek 500 Computerworld Magazine’s “100 Best Places to Work in IT" - Ranked 25th in the inaugural World’s Best Multinational Workplaces list from the Great Place to Work Institute. - Outcome is the late phase and observational study division of Quintiles. We doubled in size last year - Excellent benefits program including everything from discounts on health club memberships to travel and entertainment tickets. - Working with world renowned experts in Epidemiology - Quintiles has been a part of the past top 50 products to enter the marketplace - Professional but relaxed environment that values collaboration PURPOSE Work closely with global clients and other functional groups by providing scientific leadership for observational research on the natural history of disease and comparative safety and effectiveness of medical treatment. Design methodologically sound studies to meet project objectives and regulatory requirements. Conduct and supervise analyses, evaluation and reporting of studies. RESPONSIBILITIES Serves as project lead or in support of project lead on client facing or internal projects Authorship of protocols, reports and other study documents with independent, critical thinking to ensure quality and completeness of output, oversees timeline for deliverables associated with analysis and reporting Independently generate content and direction for business development proposals with input from senior staff as needed Interaction with clients as appropriate, with senior staff involvement as needed Preparation of abstracts, manuscripts and oral presentations, including development of slides and posters for presentation of project results at regional and national meetings May lead development of analysis and/or workplans for suitable projects with input from senior staff as needed Represent Scientific Affairs at Bid Defenses and conferences Identify client-related, budget-related and internal issues that may require attention or escalation Qualifications   REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Sound methodological training and an interest in designing, conducting and analyzing studies that require data collection, including direct collection from health care providers and patients, and chart reviews Demonstrated ability to recommend plans for research design Excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and projects Provide and accept direction of lead team members Ability to suggest and discuss solutions to complex problems Establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers and clients MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree or educational equivalent in epidemiology or related field and 7 years relevant experience required; Master’s degree and/or PhD in public health, epidemiology or a relevant scientific field preferred PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Extensive use of keyboard requiring repetitive motion of fingers. Extensive use of telephone and face-to-face communication requiring accurate perception of speech.  Regular sitting for extended periods of time.  May require occasional travel. Primary Location : USA-Massachusetts-Cambridge Organization : USA02 - US Clinical Development Svcs