Senior Consultant (Network Meta Analysis)

Job Title : Senior Consultant (Network Meta Analysis)Skills Required : Network Meta Analysis, and Indirect Treatment Comparison.OVERVIEWSenior Consultants are project leaders who are responsible for implementing methodologically rigorous evidence synthesis research, overseeing the work of junior staff, and managing the overall project. They work independently and as part of a team, act on anticipated project needs, and problem solve. The role requires superb attention to detail, organization skills, and communication skills. Senior Consultants are expected to interact with clients, understand their business needs, and design projects that meet those needs.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGEExcellent knowledge of systematic literature review (SLR), meta-analysis, and indirect treatment comparison. Expert understanding of SLR guidelines and best practices, and substantial experience in implementing them. Experience conducting meta-analysis or ITC, and/or experience with Bayesian analysis, using R, STATA, or SAS. Knowledge and experience working in pharmaceutical consulting.RESPONSIBILITIES• Lead implementation of SLRs including developing search strategies, protocols, screening, data extraction, and quality control. Deliver quality that exceeds client's expectations.• Exceptional ability to understand observational and trial study designs, and interpret statistical results in published papers.• Synthesize data qualitatively and quantitatively.• Write reports and develop slide decks that clearly explain methods, results, and interpretation.• Help prepare all aspects of the proposals, including background research, conduct scoping searches, and articulate qualitative and statistical methods.• Manage staff to ensure high quality and timely work and review in detail the work that is produced.• Support more senior staff on specific business initiatives as required• Work without supervision independently and/or as part of a project team on defined tasks.• Work effectively across time zones as part of a global team.Project management / Client liaison• Assist with overall project management and client management.• Manage project timelines to ensure work is completed on time.• Attend and present at internal and client calls.QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, TECHNICAL AND PERSONAL SKILLSEssential qualifications• Masters in epidemiology, pharmacology, public health, or biostatistics (other health sciences ok)• 5+ years' experience of working in evidence synthesis research, preferably in consulting, pharmaceutical or other healthcare industry, academia.• Proficient in R, SAS, STATA, or another statistical program.Preferred experience• PhD in epidemiology, public health, or biostatistics (other health sciences ok)Essential general technical skills and knowledge• Exceptional attention to detail• Solid understanding of SLR concepts, guidelines, and required rigor• Substantial experience independently conducting meta-analysis, NMA, or other Bayesian statistical analysis and all diagnostic steps in at least 1 programming language.• Strong ability to quality check own and others work so that drafts are delivered with only minimal minor typographical errors• Competency in using PowerPoint, Excel, and Word PRB