Senior Research Associate

Job Title Research Associate/Senior Research Associate, Real World Evidence (RWE) – Real World & Late Phase (RWLP) Business Unit. Position Overview The Research Associate/Senior Research Associate, Real World Evidence (RWE) supports the generation of real‑world evidence and patient outcomes evidence across the drug development lifecycle. You will contribute to and/or lead real‑world research initiatives that inform clinical strategy, regulatory engagement, and market access decisions for life sciences clients. You will support design and execution of retrospective and prospective studies, developing expertise in RWE and outcomes research methodologies. Key Responsibilities Contribute to study design and methodology development Develop innovative approaches, frameworks and solutions to client problems Deliver project outputs that meet established quality standards, timelines, and budget requirements Conduct structured literature reviews and targeted secondary research to support RWE initiatives Participate in qualitative research activities, including patient interviews, to generate actionable healthcare insights Analyze and interpret qualitative and quantitative real‑world data for deliverables Conduct workshops and moderate discussions Present results to external clients Contribute to the development of study protocols, technical reports, manuscripts and scientific posters, client presentations Develop and format materials using PowerPoint, Word and Excel Summarize and synthesize complex clinical and outcomes data into clear, structured findings Support retrospective and prospective real‑world studies under senior guidance Demonstrate willingness to leverage emerging technologies, including AI‑enabled tools, to improve efficiency, analytical rigor, and personal productivity Qualifications Required Master’s degree in public health, epidemiology, health sciences, or related field (or equivalent education and experience) 1‑2 years experience (Research Associate) or 2+ years (Senior Research Associate) in life sciences (HEOR, RWE, clinical research, pharmaceutical industry, healthcare consulting, or academia) Foundational understanding of real‑world research methodologies and study design Overall understanding of the drug development lifecycle Strong analytical and critical thinking skills Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint Working knowledge of statistical software (SAS, R, Stata or similar) Business‑level conversational English (written and spoken) Preferred Graduate degree (Master’s or PhD) in a relevant discipline Academic or industry research experience Experience conducting analyses in databases and/or registries Clear and professional communication skills Strong teamwork and collaboration Attention to detail and commitment to quality Ability to manage multiple priorities in a structured, deadline‑driven environment Intellectual curiosity and commitment to continuous improvement, including adoption of new technologies Willingness to travel (~10%) Additional Information Tasks, duties, and responsibilities listed in this job description are not exhaustive. The Company may assign additional tasks. Equivalent experience, skills or education will be considered. The position complies with equal opportunity and disability accommodations under applicable laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Syneos Health/ inVentiv Health Commercial LLC