RWE Data Analyst – PRO/COA Psychometrics
United Kingdom and Europe
Job Overview
Real world evidence (RWE) has become a vital complement to the traditional clinical trial in the demonstration of the value and safety of new medicines. This data analyst role sits within our Real World Solutions team and will be responsible for leading analyses related to PRO/COA endpoints using health-related observational and clinical trial data under one client portfolio. It is important for this individual to have knowledge in observational research and psychometric methodologies, a strong statistical programming skillset, and experience managing multiple studies and complex analyses. In this role, individuals will have access to real-world databases and act as the stewards of the client’s best practices, standards, and methodologies underlying the use of real-world data (RWD).
Essential Functions
Develop statistical analysis plans for descriptive and complex statistics in studies using RWD and clinical trial data for PRO/COA psychometric endpoint research questions
Mastery in both classical and modern test theories and PRO/COA validation to program analytics
Support integration of PRO clinical trial results into value dossier and regulatory submission packages
Lead development of statistical programs using SAS for regulatory and non-regulatory submissions (pre-defined and post-hoc)
Implement CDISC standards as required for project deliverables
Conduct QC programming for descriptive and complex studies in RWD
Contribute to writing study reports and use of visualization tools for reporting and data synthesis
Communicate timelines, progress reports, and results to project team and key stakeholders
Provide technical, programming, and statistical expertise and independently bring project solutions to team for complex studies
Closely collaborate with scientific team to develop and refine analytic procedures and workflows
Qualifications
Master’s degree in psychometrics, measurement science, analytic psychology, or related field with 3 years relevant experience or PhD in psychometrics with 1-year relevant experience
Knowledge/experience with PRO/COA methodologies, statistics, programming, and HEOR studies
Formal training and demonstrated proficiency in statistical programming using SAS and R, including macros and basic SQL required
Knowledge of PRO endpoint psychometric analysis using clinical trial data required
Strong written and verbal communication skills including technical writing skills
Ability to effectively manage and prioritize multiple tasks and projects
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