Senior Research Associate – Epidemiologic Methodology

Thermo Fisher Scientific

. Draft protocols, reports, and other project deliverables .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeRemote • North Carolina • United States, United KingdomSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in epidemiologic methodology and project management, with a strong ability to design and implement data collection projects. Proficient in scientific communication and documentation, with experience in client engagement and business development.

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PhD In EpidemiologyProject ManagementEpidemiologic MethodologyData Analysis Software (SAS, Stata, R)Client Engagement

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Hard Skills

Protocol DevelopmentData Collection DesignStatistical AnalysisScientific DocumentationBudget Management

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementDecision-MakingInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeData Analysis Software

Industry Keywords

ConsultancyCRO EnvironmentNon-Interventional DesignsREMS ExperienceClinical Operations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Draft protocols, reports, and other project deliverables
Interact with clients and contribute to strategic thinking under senior staff direction
Lead scientific coordination and project management across multiple projects
Take scientific responsibility for designing and implementing de novo data collection projects, including retrospective, prospective, and cross-sectional studies
Provide scientific guidance on methodological and operational considerations of project design and conduct
Lead or coordinate development of protocols, analysis plans, case report forms, survey questions, and reports
Engage with project sponsors, physicians, clinical sites, and other relevant contacts
Monitor project budget spend and manage timelines for scientific tasks and deliverables
Serve as Principal Investigator on some client engagements, with responsibility for project budgets, deliverables, and timelines
Lead or coordinate development of abstracts and manuscripts
Support business development through proposal development, sales-cycle participation, conference attendance, and presentations
Mentor or supervise junior staff and practice-area interns as needed
Collaborate with clinical operations, data management, biostatistics, and data analysts
Contribute to training materials and process improvements
Participate in client calls and address questions about assigned work
Contribute to client and project strategy under senior staff direction
Travel nationally and internationally as expected

Requirements

What you’ll need

PhD in epidemiology or closely related field, or MSc with 3–5 years of relevant experience
Experience with consultancy and/or CRO environment highly desirable
Experience with de novo data collection field projects, particularly non-interventional designs, preferred
Good understanding of epidemiologic methodology required
Working knowledge of MS Office software
Working knowledge of data analysis software such as SAS, Stata, or R is a plus
Experience with peri- or post-approval late phase interventional projects is a plus, not required
REMS experience preferred
Effective written English communication and scientific documentation skills
Strong organizational, time-management, prioritization, and decision-making skills
Ability to quickly learn and apply new information, skills, and procedures
Proactive and positive approach to tasks and projects, with resilience in a consulting environment
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Experience presenting ideas in formal presentation settings
Ability to understand client needs and recommend solutions
Sound professional judgment in analyzing, responding to, and resolving inquiries, issues, and escalations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full benefits
Full-time permanent role
Fully remote work arrangement
National and international travel opportunities/expectations