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Research Associate III – Patient Preference and Experience
Thermo Fisher Scientific. Support development and fielding of patient preference and patient experience studies using qualitative and quantitative methodologies, including online surveys, DCE, BWS, and thresholding .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in designing and analyzing patient preference and experience studies using qualitative and quantitative methodologies, including DCE and BWS techniques. Proficient in managing research projects, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring compliance with SOPs and IRB requirements.
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PhD In Relevant Scientific DisciplineSurvey Design And ImplementationQualitative Research AnalysisData Analysis And Quality ControlExcellent Communication Skills
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Hard Skills
Patient Preference StudiesQuantitative MethodologiesStatistical Analysis PlansTechnical Report DevelopmentSurvey AnalysisDCE TechniquesBWS TechniquesThresholding TechniquesData InterpretationProject Budget Management
Soft Skills
Outstanding Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsEffective CommunicationTeam CollaborationMentoring Junior Staff
Tools & Technologies
MS WordMS PowerPointMS ExcelPubMed
Industry Keywords
Patient-Centered ResearchIRB RequirementsSOP ComplianceQualitative ResearchQuantitative Research
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Support development and fielding of patient preference and patient experience studies using qualitative and quantitative methodologies, including online surveys, DCE, BWS, and thresholding
- Support study Principal Investigators in developing study designs, budgets, and proposals
- Develop protocols, statistical analysis plans, technical reports, and other deliverables for PI and client review
- Coordinate and support junior staff throughout projects
- Communicate with and manage internal and external recruitment partners
- Manage data analysis and data quality control
- Contribute to manuscripts, posters, and conference presentations
- Report project time accurately each week
- Contribute to wider Patient-Centered Research team projects
- Complete relevant training courses and comply with SOPs, ethics, filing, and IRB requirements
- Delegate and communicate efficiently with project teams
- Support on-the-job learning of junior team members
- Track project timelines and budget use with the Project Management Office
- Communicate effectively with clients
- Stay current with relevant research
- Contribute to PCR initiatives, process improvements, training, and mentoring
- Participate in team meetings and organizational discussions
- May supervise junior staff
Requirements
What you’ll need- PhD in a relevant scientific discipline, or Master’s degree in a relevant scientific discipline and at least three years of experience in a relevant field, or Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific discipline and at least five years of experience in a relevant field
- Experience and skill in designing, implementing, and interpreting surveys to assess patient experience and preference studies or preference elicitation techniques, including DCEs, BWS, and thresholding techniques
- Experience and skill in designing, implementing, analyzing, and interpreting qualitative research to support development of quantitative surveys and/or preference instruments
- Experience in analysis of quantitative survey data desirable
- Proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Experience with PubMed or similar literature databases advantageous
- Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and scientific writing skills
- Ability to proactively and independently drive research projects
Benefits
Comp & perks- Collaboration and development opportunities
- Training courses, including adverse event training, SOPs, and ethics
- On-the-job learning opportunities
- Opportunity to contribute to training in the PCR University
- Mentorship or buddy opportunities
- Global team environment
- Scientific and consulting skill development opportunities