Research Associate I - SAS programming
- Sofia, Warsaw
- Medical & Scientific Affairs
- ICON Full Service & Corporate Support
- Hybrid: Office/Remote
About the role
ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation. From molecule to medicine, we advance clinical research providing outsourced services to pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device and government and public health organisations.
With our patients at the centre of all that we do, we help to accelerate the development of drugs and devices that save lives and improve quality of life.
Our people are our greatest strength, are at the core of our culture, and the driving force behind our success. ICON people have a mission to succeed and a passion that ensures what we do, we do well.
Position Summary:
ICON Patient Centred Outcomes (PCO) is part of ICON plc, a leading global Clinical Research Organization headquartered in Dublin, Ireland. Our PCO group undertakes consultancy projects for international clients in both the pharmaceutical and medical device sectors, supporting development of medicines and clinical trials.
The work of the PCO group focuses on patient-centered research, including health related quality of life, disease signs and symptoms, treatment preference, adherence and satisfaction. The group is respected globally for the quality and innovation of their applied qualitative and quantitative work. Much of their work involves Clinical Outcome Assessment (COA) measurement development and evaluation, including conducting patient interviews and focus groups and qualitative analysis, psychometric validation and COA analysis.
Our PCO team is primarily based in US (Gaithersburg, Raleigh), UK and France (Lyon), with ICON offices in most EU countries.
We are looking for an individual who is looking to join a consultancy group where research experience is applied within a fast-moving commercial environment. In particular, we are looking for someone who is looking to apply their quantitative skills and join our growing team.
You will have experience of applied research in an academic, health or commercial environment, and will have experience of, and interest in, quantitative research design and interpretation of results.
The role:
We have a strong preference for an individual with quantitative coding and analysis skills
Supports project meetings and the resolution of issues, project recaps and corrective/preventative action.
Assist with development of research materials (such as study protocols, Statistical Analysis Plans) and conduct of literature reviews
Undertake quantitative data analysis using quantitative analysis software: e.g., SAS, R
Draft, review, and assist with client deliverables, including reports, slide decks, proposals and scientific manuscripts under the direction of senior team members
To be successful in the role, you will have:
Bachelor's (or higher) degree in statistics or related field (such as sociology, anthropology, statistics, public health, epidemiology, psychology, or related discipline
At least 1 year SAS programming experience
R programming is preferred
Fluency in English both orally and in writing, with excellent interpersonal skills
Understanding of scientific research methods and processes
Experience with quantitative methodology and analysis; knowledge of quantitative analysis software strongly preferred
Benefits of working in ICON:
Our success depends on the knowledge, capabilities and quality of our people. That’s why we are committed to developing our employees in a continuous learning culture – one where we challenge you with engaging work and where every experience adds to your professional development.
At ICON, our focus is to provide you with a comprehensive and competitive total reward package that comprises, not only an excellent level of base pay, but also a wide range of variable pay and recognition programs. In addition, our best in class employee benefits, supportive policies and wellbeing initiatives are tailored to support you and your family at all stages of your career - both now, and into the future.
ICON, including subsidiaries, 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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