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Experienced Senior Epidemiologist required to take responsibility for contributing research and management related activities, to the Epidemiology and/or Health Economics team within our Commercialisation and Outcomes division in Canada.

This is an opportunity to work within a fast-paced, busy environment for a leading global provider of outsourced development services for the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device industries. ICON is a top-tier CRO employing over 10,000 people with annual revenue in excess of $2 billion US. Formed from the merger of Oxford Outcomes, ICON late phase services and PriceSpective, the Commercialisation and Outcomes division is a market leader in a range of services including Health Economics (HE), Patient-Reported Outcomes, Epidemiology, Market Access, Pricing and Translations and Linguistic Validation with offices in Europe, Australia and North America.

Overview of the role

We seek a Principal of Epidemiology to lead our group in Canada; the sucessful candidate willl ideally be based in Vancouver but also US based candidates will be considered.. Our Health Economics and Epidemiology teams are respected in the field for the quality of their work and methodological innovations.

We are looking for an individual to lead teams of experienced analysts with respect to study design, resource management, and client communication on multiple projects.

This role will include involvement in epidemiological and/or health economic projects across the drug development lifecycle, including oversight as well as an active participatory role in a number of projects. This may include: observational studies (e.g. retrospective chart reviews or surveys, administrative database analysis, prospective cohort studies, registries), systematic literature reviews, meta-analyses and network meta-analyses, cost-effectiveness and budget impact models, infectious disease modeling, risk-benefit analysis, and preparation of value dossiers for health technology assessment.

The successful candidate will be expected to have experience in more than one of these areas, and sufficient experience and expertise to provide content expertise and leadership on a day-to-day basis, while liaising with methodological experts within our network of scientific collaborators, for additional senior guidance.
A Master’s degree or PhD in health economics, epidemiology, or another related discipline. Experience of working in consultancy, industry and academia are all welcome; however, preference will be given to those having consulting experience.
Ability to lead the content development of proposals and study protocols of health economics and epidemiology projects, in consultation with methodological and clinical experts as needed.
A clear understanding of the analytical methods used within such studies.
A proven track record of successful project management in a fast paced environment, with the ability to demonstrate excellent project performance including attention to client satisfaction, and adherence to budgets and timelines.
A willingness to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to work effectively in a complex business environment including remote staff, subcontractors and external collaborators.
Demonstrated strong teamwork abilities; both as a team leader but also when taking on a support role.
Ability to develop strategies for solving scientific/technical problems within the Practice.
A willingness to train, mentor, supervise and manage staff development.
An interest in packaging and communicating high quality science clearly and imaginatively to different audiences.
Ability to lead and engage effectively with project teams.
High self-motivation.

Benefits of Working in ICON

Working for ICON you will be provided with an excellent benefits package.

We care about our people as they are the key to our success. We provide an open and friendly work environment where we empower people and provide them with opportunities to develop their long term career.

In addition you will have the opportunity to develop within your role and take on further responsibilities or develop your skill set. ICON is committed to supporting the growth and development of the epidemiology and health economics team and have a proven track record for providing excellent training (external and on the job) as well as offering employees a clearly defined career path. The successful candidate would be expected to undertake international travel as required and may also have the opportunity to attend international conferences.

This is a permanent, full time position. The salary is competitive and negotiable depending on qualifications and experience.

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ICON is an equal opportunity employer - Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans and committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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