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Responsibilities:
Leading evidence synthesis standalone projects and workstreams on broader engagements, as the person responsible for overall quality, timelines, and financial performance Developing recommendations based on expected impact, communicating risks and opportunities to ensure staff alignment, and where appropriate assuming the role of final decision maker Reviewing and signing off on deliverables including protocols, analysis plans, technical reports, and slides Work closely with ZS client teams to lead client business development and client relationship development across our key client accounts; Owning relationships with clients and being viewed as subject matter expert; proactively managing client expectations and working with team members to implement strategies to problem solve on a client or project-basis Leading team development and mentoring, encouraging a culture of open and constructive feedback, ensuring staff have clear pathway for career development Contributing to staffing discussions as well as long-term strategic planning in conjunction with other senior leaders Helping to develop and maintain processes required for the effective operation of the research team (e.g., onboarding, training, templates etc.) Supporting staff to effectively communicate within and across teams, resolving conflicts tactfully, and stimulating morale Providing methodological/subject matter input to and signing off on proposals and presentation content Establishing trusted partnerships with clients and driving new business opportunities Identifying opportunities for growth and recommendations for hiring that aligns with business development Play an active role in counseling and mentoring junior team members within ZS; Demonstrate ability to quickly assimilate new knowledge. May require travel domestically and/or internationally including overnight stays Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline MSc in relevant discipline preferred, e.g. health economics, public policy, health policy, epidemiology, biostatistics, or public health, or science (biology/biochemistry etc.) Minimum 10 years of directly relevant experience in a similar industry / consulting environment Demonstrates expert understanding of the pharmaceutical industry and requirements for health technology assessment, evidenced by a track record of relevant publications Demonstrated experience with Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR) with a particular emphasis on health Evidence Synthesis – e.g. SLRs, ITCs, Dossier Writing etc. Good understanding of relevant methodologies and statistics Ability to lead and manage teams Ability to work seamlessly and collaboratively with teammates across our global practice Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Expertise in communicating HEOR findings in various forms (e.g., peer-reviewed publication, abstracts and conference presentations, HTA dossiers, PowerPoint presentations)
