Consultant II - Evidence & Strategy (RWE)

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About the role:

Avalere Health is seeking a Consultant II with experience in health economics and outcomes research (HEOR), real world evidence (RWE) generation, and/or real-world data analytics to join our Evidence & Strategy practice. Specifically, the candidate should have experience managing and conducting RWE and HEOR studies, research support (including development of study protocol, technical reports, statistical analysis plans, manuscripts, abstracts, etc.), interpreting quantitative and qualitative study results and conveying the results in lay English to a variety of audiences, survey research methods and other real-world data collection, and economic modelling. A growing subject-matter expertise in HEOR strategy, evidence generation strategy, and value assessment is also preferred.

Avalere Health is a vibrant community of innovative thinkers dedicated to solving the challenges of the healthcare industry. We dig deep into the healthcare system and work closely with clients to develop practical solutions. At Avalere Health, we prize curiosity, collaboration, resilience, a positive attitude, and an enthusiasm to embrace new challenges. Join us and get ready to make your mark on healthcare! 

Avalere’s Evidence & Strategy practice provides exceptional consultation, evidence, and insights on key aspects of healthcare – including real-world health economics and outcomes research (HEOR), RWE strategy, patient-centered value, primary research, shared decision-making, value-based care, and health equity for our clients.   

Our mission is to improve quality of care, craft data-driven strategies, drive patient-centric outcomes, and ultimately provide the highest value to all our partners, including life sciences companies, payers, providers, and patient advocates. Our work is focused in 3 intersecting strategic pillars: Patient-Centric Value, Evidence & Analytics, and Healthcare Strategy. Underlying all work is a deep commitment to data-driven insights. 

The Consultant II, Real World Evidence position, will support client engagements that inform business and evidence strategy and deliverables related to real world HEOR generation, data analyses and programming, analysis of patient insights from surveys, evidence strategy, as well as the development and testing of analysis plans and other clinical tools. 

The ideal candidate would have detailed experience and knowledge working with healthcare data, and designing, managing, and executing peer-reviewed healthcare research, as well as interpreting evidence and communicating value for life sciences products. A background in healthcare research consulting or related experience is preferred. 

• Serve as a skilled project manager for HEOR and RWE research studies and healthcare strategy engagements—from start to finish—a broad range of client projects involving diverse, cross-functional, cross-practice teams 
• Develops study materials including study protocols, statistical analysis plans, technical reports, survey instruments, manuscripts, scientific abstracts, poster presentations, table shells, and summary slide decks, with oversight from senior-level colleagues 
• Contributes subject matter expertise on key issues and methods associated with defining and measuring patient-centric value, as well as the design and execution of HEOR/RWE research studies.
• Collaborates effectively with teams within the Evidence & Strategy practice and across the firm to solve complex client problems and engage clients with novel solutions and ideas 
• Draft both strategic and tactical recommendations for clients depending on their business needs 
• Manage multiple clientsand projects/studies and short- and long-term deliverables to ensure that Avalere’s knowledge and expertise are available to meet client needs 
• Solve complex client issues in a timely and appropriate manner with minimal management oversight and attention to resources 
• Train, supervise, and mentor staff members within the practice and across the firm 

• Education Requirements: 
• Bachelor’s degree in health economics, epidemiology, public health, sciences, business, economics or related fields required; Master’s degree in public health, epidemiology, biostatistics, health services research, health economics, public policy, data analytics, healthcare management, business administration or relevant discipline preferred  
• Skill Requirements: 
• Ability to manage, design, and execute HEOR and RWE studies that are suitable for peer-review and publishing in academic journals; analyze and synthesize research, regulations, health policy, and clinical and other scientific literature; synthesize findings into actionable insights relevant to the client, and convey results to clients and staff in written and verbal formats 
• Commitment to working in a team environment with an emphasis on collaboration and maintaining positive relationships with colleagues and clients 
• Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal) including the ability to concisely explain complicated concepts to executives within and outside of the firm 
• Experience in HEOR, RWE, and/or epidemiological research, including formulating research questions, designing data analysis plans, and executing studies 
• Preferred: Strong ability to manage complex projects and teams to consistently deliver high-quality work 
• Experience Requirements: 
• 3-6 years’ work experience with prior consulting experience or other relevant work experience, which could include employment by a healthcare provider organization, pharmaceutical or health insurance company, digital health company, healthcare consultancy, public opinion research organization or healthcare-focused research organization. 1-3 years of managing the day-to-day of multiple HEOR/RWE studies and projects preferred. 
• Experience in another type of organization thinking critically about or working on behalf of the healthcare industry is an appropriate substitute for direct industry experience 
• Experience should be focused on HEOR, RWE, value, patient journey, epidemiology, or health policy, ideally involving evaluation of pharmaceuticals or from a pharmaceutical manufacturer’s perspective 

What we can offer

Avalere Health aims to empower every employee to develop and thrive. We empower our team with the tools, skills, and support needed to think differently and to solve healthcare’s most complex challenges.

At the center of our people-led culture is our Career Experience team, whose mission is to provide every employee with a purpose-driven career. We also pride ourselves on our personalized learning approach to ensure you receive the training you need to help you grow within the company and take advantage of our global scale and scope.

We are committed to embedding diversity and inclusion in every aspect of our organization. We encourage diversity of thought, inclusive behavior, and break down barriers to ensure every individual feels valued and encouraged to contribute their unique abilities and potential. As part of our commitment to building a healthier world, every employee is also encouraged to participate in our community engagement efforts, which support a wide range of healthcare programs and wellbeing causes worldwide.

We have city hubs across North America, Europe, and Asia, geared toward collaborating, training, socializing, and coming together as a global organization while maintaining and fully supporting flexible working practices. Our compensation and benefits package is benchmarked across the industry. We offer a generous company pension/retirement plan, private medical insurance, comprehensive employee wellbeing initiatives, compelling time-off policy, plus many other excellent employee benefits. 

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