JOB SUMMARY: A scientific/strategic leader with broad expertise and/or unique knowledge in a specific area of Evidence Synthesis including Systematic and Targeted Literature Reviews, and an ability to achieve objectives in creative and effective ways. Typically, manages multiple teams and provides leadership as SME or senior lead across several client projects. Thought leader specifically, leading on external engagement in their topic area (conferences, publications, seminars) and internally through training
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Works on significant and unique issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of intangibles. Can gather input from peers but is independent in how they use that advice
Exercises independent judgment in methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results, masters all key techniques in his/her specialty
Networks with key contacts outside own area of expertise and works closely with team to support client work as a SME or senior lead on large or strategic projects
Provides leadership and expertise in a specialized area, may lead teams to support client work as a SME or senior lead and supports training
Thought leader specifically, leading on external engagement in their topic area (conferences, publications, seminars) and internally through training, upskilling juniors.
Supports key operational initiatives at the team level, including standardization efforts and processes implementation (ie introduction of a new tool, operation, software, etc)
Education: Master’s degree or PhD, PharmD or MD in Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Epidemiology, Health Economics or other relevant scientific fields.
Experience: 12-15 years of experience at a minimum in the clinical trials or health research or
consulting environment. May require additional experience depending on focus area.
Skills:
Thorough understanding of the biopharmaceutical R&D process combined with business acumen.
Comfortable presenting and interfacing with senior executive clients. Strong technical-
writing, oral communication and presentation skills, excellent use of the English language.
Curious, collaborative, entrepreneurial and self-motivated, without the need for significant
infrastructure and support, and with an understanding of the dynamics of high-growth companies;
the ability to work effectively in a demanding, challenging, rapidly changing environment.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to gain respect and influence management team, board
members, the customer and prospect communities, and personnel at all levels.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, and the ability to execute in complex situations at the tactical level.
Experience, vision, creativity, scope, integrity, leadership skills, prestige and intellect to enhance the
existing organization and constructively contribute to the strategic direction of Cytel
