Associate Director, Outcome Research Assessment
Description
The Associate Director, Outcome Research Assessment, is the major contributor and driver to the real-world patient health and economic outcome research in support of Pacira products. The Associate Director assists in all aspects of data-related activities in company-sponsored registries, including data collection, management, analysis and report. Working with the analytical team, the Associate Director performs programming in processing data at different levels, verifies analytical datasets, and applies conventional and novel statistical methods to summarize registry data and generate clinically meaningful results. The Associate Director also leads the development of dashboards which aid in an overview of the datasets (e.g., ongoing registry data) with display of distribution and descriptive statistics on data fields. Well-versed in secondary databases (e.g., administrative claims, EHR/EMR), the Associate Director carries out statistical analysis in health and economic outcome research using such databases. The Associate Director works closely with his/her manager to develop and design outcome studies. As needed, the Associate Director drafts statistical analysis plan to carry out data analyses. This position may interact with internal and external stakeholders to ensure appropriate communication of results.
- Program in data process, management, and statistical analysis on registry and large claims/EHR/EMR databases using SAS/SQL/R/Phyton, etc.
- QC and verify derived data fields and analytical datasets created by team programmers.
- Identify selection and application of optimal and appropriate statistical methods to health and economic outcome studies.
- Develop dashboards for overview of selected databases (e.g., registries) using Tableau and other application tools.
- Develop statistical analysis plan and statistical outputs to support internal business strategy and external communications.
- Assist in publications of health and outcome research studies including drafting and reviewing sections of methods and results.
- Assist in development of presentation material to internal and external stakeholders.
- Maintain awareness of new statistical methods, tools and data sources to ensure that projects represent current state of science, and maintains professional knowledge by reading scientific journals, attending internal and external courses, and undertaking methodological research.
- A Master’s degree or higher in epidemiology, biostatistics, psychometrics, computer science, or a closely related fields with at least 10 years of hands-on analytical and research experience is required
- Statistical programming is required
- Experience working with large administrative or medical records databases is required
- Experience in statistical modeling of multivariable analysis, repeated measures and specific data distribution to carry out clinical and outcome research is required
- Experience with non-randomized designs is required
- Experience with writing protocols in general and particularly the statistical methods sections of study proposals and/or proposal requests is preferred
- Background in epidemiologic material on etiology, incidence and prevalence of specific diseases, conditions, and therapies (eg. treatment patterns, adherence, effectiveness, etc) is preferred
- Proven strong and advanced programming and analytical abilities in SAS, SQL, R, Python, etc.
- Knowledge of epidemiology and understanding of investigational and observational study designs
- Demonstrate experience in conducting observational research and study design, strengths and limitations.
- Ability to prioritize tasks
- Flexibility in response to changing needs and competing demands
- Solutions oriented
- Ability to work independently and as a team player
- Experience in working with cross-functional, multi-cultural teams
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Coverage
- Flexible Spending Account & Health Savings Account with Company match
- Employee Assistance Program
- Mental Health Resources
- Disability Coverage
- Life insurance
- Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
- Legal and Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Fertility and Maternity Assistance
- 401(k) with company match
- Flexible Time Off (FTO) and 11 paid holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
EEO Statement:
Pacira is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants because of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), veteran status, disability or genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
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