Research Partnerships Lead / Epidemiologist

Location: 
United States
Job Posted Date: 
March 4, 2020
Opportunities: 
Full-time Positions
Population: 
Global Health
Life Sciences
Medicine
Population & Social Sciences

RDMD is looking for a scientist with a background in epidemiology or biostatistics to drive the successful execution of our research partnerships with industry, academia, and patient foundations. You will be an essential part of the RDMD Research Team and will design and manage research programs that generate real world evidence in rare disease. You will also help establish best methodological practices for working with real world data and contribute to our internal thought leadership and research initiatives. This is the perfect role for an organized, analytical, and customer-facing scientist who wants to help us tackle some of the most difficult challenges facing rare disease research and drug development.

Responsibilities

  • Take ownership of the delivery of RDMD research studies by developing project plans, overseeing all aspects of research project management, and collaborating closely with internal stakeholders to ensure successful study execution
  • Work with clients and other research collaborators to design research studies that use RDMD data and drive the development of study protocols that address top research questions of interest
  • Assist in the preparation of all project deliverables, including data analysis and development of abstract and manuscripts
  • Develop and maintain strong alliances with industry and research collaborators
  • Take ownership of the RDMD research protocol and establish best methodological practices across the research program to ensure scalable collection of high-quality data
  • Work closely with other members of the Research, Commercial, and Patient teams to identify new collaborations and research initiatives
Job Requirements: 
  • MPH, MS, or PhD in epidemiology, biostatistics, health services research, or related quantitative field
  • A minimum of 2 years managing research projects involving diverse stakeholders in healthcare, research, or biopharma
  • Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders
  • Past research experience spanning the full project lifecycle, from project planning & protocol design through execution, analysis, and development of abstracts or publications.
  • Experience developing research protocols and collecting data for real world evidence or natural history studies is a plus
  • Exceptional ability to manage timelines and stay organized
  • Endlessly resourceful and self-motivated; you’re not afraid to dive into a complex problem and try to figure it out
  • Must be able to work in person in the San Francisco Bay Area
Location: 
San Francisco
Greater Bay Area
Peninsula
California