Research Associate (Level 1 or 2)

Title: Research Associate (Level 1 or 2)

Location: Folkestone, UK – (office, remote or hybrid)

Function: COA

Classification: Full-time, Exempt

Responsibilities

This is an opportunity to work within a global health research consultancy focused on innovating in patient-centered outcomes research (clinical outcomes assessment; COA) studies to better understand the individual lived experience of a condition and treatment within the context of drug development and observational or clinical research.

The Research Associate will be part of a highly motivated, global, multi-disciplinary team that drives research across multiple therapeutic areas exploring COA measures that include patient-, clinician-, and observer-reported outcomes, and performance outcome measures, to understand the experience of symptoms, functioning and health-related quality of life impact of disease on patients. The Research Associate must demonstrate an ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and to work both independently and as part of a wider team.

Typical activities of a Research Associate would include:

• Providing research support on a range of day-to-day project management activities
• Assisting in the preparation of study documents, such as protocols and discussion guides for qualitative research studies
• Conducting literature reviews and gap-analyses across multiple therapeutic indications
• Assisting with conducting qualitative research (e.g. interviews) and qualitative analysis (coding)
• Assisting in the preparation of study deliverables, such as written reports and slide decks

Required Skills/Experience:

• A minimum of a bachelor's degree in psychology, epidemiology, public health, outcomes research, health sciences or related areas.
• 1-3 years’ experience in conducting or supporting research (which could include a Masters).
• Basic knowledge of observational research skills.
• Strong planning and organizational skills with the ability to work across multiple projects and manage competing demands.
• Critical thinking skills.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Computer literacy and familiarity with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to follow instructions for delegated project tasks and complete tasks correctly and on time.
• Demonstrated attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work well under pressure, treat others with respect and consideration and deliver on commitments.
• Ability to travel if required.

Preferred Skills/Experience:

• Familiarity with COA and research to support new drug development.
• Experience with conducting in-depth interviews and analyzing qualitative data.
• Experience with NVivo or similar qualitative analysis software.
• Familiarity with COA development and psychometric evaluation.

Clinical Outcomes Solutions Ltd is registered in England and Wales. Company No. 09220619.

To apply, please click on the ‘Apply’ button above and email HR@clinoutsolutions.com.

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