Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

Position Overview:

This role will independently direct key aspects of systematic literature review (SLR) research projects with guidance from senior staff, as well as manage multiple projects with tasks varying to degree by project.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned):

Define and refine research questions as they pertain to the SLR objectivesDesign of literature searches/algorithms to be implemented in scientific literature databases (i.e., PubMed, EMBASE, Cochrane Library, etc.) and grey literature sources (conference proceedings, regulatory agencies).Develop inclusion/exclusion criteria within the PICOS framework to be implemented during screening processOversee the screening of abstracts and full-text articles against defined inclusion/exclusion criteria to assess their suitability for inclusion in the reviewReview the PRISMA diagram depicting the study attritionValidate data abstraction and extractionFinalize the analyzable datasetDraft tables and figures for analysis resultsSynthesize the evidence base by through drafting and editing sections of project deliverables (e.g. reports, protocols, statistical analysis plans) and dissemination actives, abstract and manuscript preparationDelegate tasks to junior staff and review their work as appropriateDevelop a project plan and monitor project progress, including timeline and budgetDraft project proposals, including scoping the body of evidence and preparing project budgets)Co-lead (or lead) client communications, both via email, phone, and in-person; responsible for day-to-day communicationsParticipate in nonliterature-based research and consulting activities within other departments (e.g., modeling and simulation, real-world evidence). Participate in staff recruitment and training effortsServe as a line manager (depending on skills/experience)

Education, Professional Skills & Experience:

PhD in health sciences, economics, biology, natural sciences or a related field with some related experience; MSc. with significant related experience, or Bachelors with extensive relevant experience.Proven experience in systematic literature review methods in health economics and/or health services research; experience in network meta-analysis would be an advantage, but is not essential.

In some cases an equivalency, consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience, will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role.

Personal Skills & Competencies:

Commercial experience in a similar environment is highly desirable, but not essentialDeep understanding of research principles and demonstrated practical research implementationAbility to access and use a variety of computer software developed both in-house and off-the-shelf.Ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.Frequently interacts with others to obtain or relate information to diverse groups.Works independently with little guidance or reliance on oral or written instructions and plans work schedules to meet goals.Performs a wide range of variable tasks as dictated by variable demands and changing conditions with little predictability as to the occurrence. Ability to perform under stress. Ability to multitask.Regular and consistent attendance.  

PPD values the health and wellbeing of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive.  Below is listed the working environment/requirements for this role:

Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner.Able to work upright and stationary for typical working hours.Ability to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency.Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities.May require travel.  (Recruiter will provide more details.)