Asst Dir - Scientific

About Us:

Cencora is a leading global pharmaceutical solutions organization dedicated to improving the lives of people and animals worldwide. We are committed to leveraging real-world evidence to drive informed decision-making in healthcare.

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Assistant Director to serve as the content developer for the implementation and reporting of burden of illness, comparative effectiveness, health resource utilization and cost studies, and other database analyses within real-world evidence (RWE). 

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct advanced database analyses and interpret complex data sets to generate actionable insights.
• Serve as the analytics lead for RWE and outcomes research studies - from study initiation to final reporting - in collaboration with the project engagement lead.
• Contribute to the development of template programs and establishment of SAS, SQL, and R programming standards, to ensure consistency and efficiency across the department.
• Utilize statistical software (SAS-BASE and SAS-STAT or SQL or R) for data management and analysis, ensuring intermediate-level proficiency.
• Contribute to the development of Content Developers and mentor junior staff on research-specific skills
• Lead all tasks associated with data validation, data management and statistical analysis for RWE studies within the retrospective data analysis team
• Ensure the accuracy of study results and participate in quality check processes to maintain the highest quality output consistent with Xcenda’s mission and vision.
• Assist the engagement lead in development of content for study protocols, study reports, slide decks, abstracts, posters, publications, and other presentation of scientific findings.
• Provide management oversight to the Content Developers in the RWE service line and take on direct reports.
• Stay current with industry trends and methodologies in health economics, biostatistics, and epidemiology.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations to communicate findings to stakeholders and inform strategic decision-making.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s or post-graduate degree (e.g., MPH, PhD, DrPH, PharmD) in Health Economics, Biostatistics, Health Services Research, Epidemiology, Pharmacy Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 to 8 years of post-graduate experience in data analysis within the healthcare or pharmaceutical sectors.
• Practical experience in database management and statistical analysis using SAS-BASE and SAS-STAT or R; intermediate-level SAS proficiency is mandatory.
• Familiarity with Snowflake or SQL is a plus.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and communicate findings effectively.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work in a fast-base environment

Why Join Us?

At Cencora, you will be part of a dynamic team that is dedicated to advancing healthcare through innovative research and data-driven insights. We offer competitive compensation, opportunities for professional growth, and a supportive work environment.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
A postgraduate degree (eg, Ph.D., DrPH, M.D., Pharm.D.) in a relevant discipline preferred. Master's degree (in Health Economics, Pharmacy Administration, Biostatistics, Health Services Research, Clinical Epidemiology, Public Health Policy, or Business Administration) as the minimum educational requirement with at least 6+ years of practical experience and 5+ years supervisory experience.

MINIMUM SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:
Possesses and applies comprehensive knowledge of particular field of specialization to the completion of significant assignments. May crossfields.
• Broad technical knowledge of outcomes research and health economics
• Structured and well organized
• Excellent writing skills as well as the ability to communicate complex material in presentations and discussions in a straightforward manner
• Ability to work well in a dynamic, successful consulting firm, which maintains high quality standards and demands excellence
• Database management and analytical and statistical skills
• Economic modeling skills
• Medical writing skills
• Experience developing outcomes research/health economics study protocols
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong clinical skills preferred
• Strong work ethic

What Cencora offers

We provide compensation, benefits, and resources that enable a highly inclusive culture and support our team members’ ability to live with purpose every day. In addition to traditional offerings like medical, dental, and vision care, we also provide a comprehensive suite of benefits that focus on the physical, emotional, financial, and social aspects of wellness. This encompasses support for working families, which may include backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family building support, behavioral health solutions, paid parental leave, and paid caregiver leave. To encourage your personal growth, we also offer a variety of training programs, professional development resources, and opportunities to participate in mentorship programs, employee resource groups, volunteer activities, and much more. For details, visit https://www.virtualfairhub.com/cencora

*This Salary Range reflects a National Average for this job. The actual range may vary based on your locale. Ranges in Colorado/California/Washington/New York/Hawaii/Vermont/Minnesota/Massachusetts/Illinois State-specific locations may be up to 10% lower than the minimum salary range, and 12% higher than the maximum salary range.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law.

The company’s continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore, harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non-discriminatory.

Cencora is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the employment process which are consistent with legal requirements. If you wish to request an accommodation while seeking employment, please call 888.692.2272 or email hrsc@cencora.com. We will make accommodation determinations on a request-by-request basis. Messages and emails regarding anything other than accommodations requests will not be returned

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