What are the responsibilities and job description for the Real World Evidence Analyst position at Actalent?
Description
The RWE analyst will report to Kite Medical Affairs RWD Platform Lead and will be responsible for conducting timely, relevant, and rigorously analysis of RWD to address critical research questions as well as contribute to (cross-) functional initiatives. The role involves working with a wide range of real-world databases licensed across Gilead and Kite, ensuring the highest standards of RWD use methodologies, and best practices. This position will contribute to cross-functional initiatives and collaborate with Kite Biometrics team and the RWE analytics group within the Clinical Data Sciences – RWE organization of Gilead.
• Support development of and provide critical appraisal of study protocols for research projects using RWD (e.g., medical claims, EHR, and observational registry databases)
• Partner closely with internal and external stakeholders, including the Biostatistics and Programming team, to develop statistical analysis plans using descriptive and complex study designs
• Lead or support generation of code lists and identification of claims- or other RWD-based algorithms applicable to RWD research, by working collaboratively with internal/external researchers and/or via literature review
• Lead or support data analyses/QC using claims, EHR, and/or registry databases in close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
• Conduct thorough data reviews for primary/secondary data collected to ensure quality and reliability
• Communicate the study results with a broader audience internally and externally
• Effectively manage internal and external stakeholder expectations regarding strategic objectives and execution of research
• Support cross-functional initiatives to develop and refine internal procedures, workflows, and best practices
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications:
• Doctoral level training in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Statistics or related discipline from an accredited institution
• 4 years of oncology research experience highly preferred
• Prior experience of using RWD in regulatory applications, post-marketing studies, and pharmacovigilance
• Prior experience in projects involving Flatiron EHR and/or chart review data from clinical sites
• In-depth knowledge of claims-based RWD (e.g., Optum, HealthVerity) and prior experience of using claims-based RWD in oncology research
• In-depth knowledge of advanced statistical methods to support complex study designs
• Proficiency in statistical analysis programming languages commonly used in life sciences (e.g., SAS, R)
• Excellent interpersonal communication and study management skills
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills, including the ability to effectively communicate study results in a clear, non-technical manner to internal cross-functional teams, using language that resonates with the teams, while maintaining the integrity of key findings
• Ability to work effectively in a constantly changing, diverse, and matrix environment
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $75.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 24, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $55 - $75
