Associate Epidemiologist/Biostatistics

​Associate Epidemiologist/Biostatistician

Location: US (home based), Canada (home based) or Sweden (Stockholm) or UK (home based)

This is an opportunity to work for ICON Global Health Economics, Outcomes Research and Epidemiology (GHEORE), a division of ICON plc, an international clinical research organisation headquartered in Dublin, Ireland.

We are respected globally for the quality and innovation of our work, undertaking consultancy projects for international clients in both the pharmaceutical and medical device sectors.

The Epidemiology team works on a range of disease areas and study designs. We undertake studies to characterize treatment patterns, disease natural history, burden of illness, disease transmission, relative efficacy, real-world effectiveness and safety, and benefit-risk. We use a variety of study designs to obtain these estimates, including prospective and retrospective data collection; and the analysis of clinical and administrative databases. For many of these studies we provide design, analysis and reporting support for ICON's late-phase operational arm (Peri-Approval and Observational Research (PAOR)).

The Associate Epidemiologist/Biostatistician will provide research support in the conduct of the study and the development of study deliverables. The particular focus of this position is the analysis and reporting of data from observational studies (prospective and retrospective).

The ideal candidate will possess

• Bachelor or Master of Science degree with a strong analytic component (e.g. Biostatistics, Epidemiology, Public Health).
• Supporting the development of study protocols, including design and analytical considerations.
• Supporting the development of analysis plans for observational studies
• Conducting data analysis and validation for observational studies
• Synthesizing the results of these analyses (statistical reports, slide decks, observational study reports)
• Assisting with proposal development, including background research
• Basic knowledge of healthcare/disease processes
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Detail oriented with the ability to multi-task efficiently
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel and Word, and one or more statistical packages
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, coupled with strong interpersonal skills

Benefits of Working in ICON:
Our success depends on the quality of our people. That's why we've made it a priority to build a culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.

We offer very competitive salary packages. And to keep them competitive, we regularly benchmark them against our competitors. Our annual bonuses reflect delivery of performance goals - both ours and yours.
We also provide a range of health-related benefits to employees and their families and offer competitive retirement plans - and related benefits such as life assurance - so you can save and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
But beyond the competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, you'll benefit from an environment where you are encouraged to fulfil your sense of purpose and drive lasting change.

ICON is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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