This role is open to Sydney or Melbourne based candidates only.

We are currently looking for a Senior Consultant to join the Real World Evidence (RWE) team at IQVIA Australia. If successful, you will become a valued member of our entrepreneurial, consultative, and collaborative team, operating at the forefront of the healthcare industry in Australia.

The RWE team is engaged in a diverse range of activities to support our clients in the life sciences sector in generating high-quality Real World Evidence (RWE).

This includes:

• Designing and conducting Real World studies utilizing various methodologies (including retrospective database studies and prospective site-based and site-less studies) to develop scientific publications for peer-reviewed journals

• Developing Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning (AIML) algorithms to aid disease diagnosis and treatment optimization

• Conducting consulting projects to help inform optimal evidence generation strategies

• Developing cutting-edge thought leadership in the RWE space

As a Senior Consultant in IQVIA’s Real-World Evidence Team, your role is pivotal in driving the successful delivery of projects, particularly large-scale and complex ones.  You will also play a crucial role in business development and offering ownership. You will be expected to adopt a consultative, scientific approach, recommending and designing solutions that align with the client’s needs as a trusted strategic partner. Your role is not just about delivering projects; it’s about delivering success and driving growth.

• Lead the design and delivery of Real World (observational) research studies and RWE consulting projects (in the role of project manager, with oversight from senior team members)

• Develop key study deliverables, including protocols, data collection tools, study reports and publications (e.g., posters, manuscripts)

• Lead all relevant aspects of study start-up and approval (e.g., Ethics and governance)

• Lead the delivery of biostatistical analysis workstreams

• Contribute to the preparation and execution of client meetings and workshops

• Conduct literature reviews / secondary research based on specific project briefs

• Identify new business opportunities and ensure client satisfaction post-delivery; build relationships as a trusted strategic partner for clients

• Drive business development, support sales opportunities and participate in proposal development

• Lead internal offering management and external go-to-market for 1-2 key RWE solution areas

• Continually expand knowledge of Real World research methodologies and the life sciences market

Key Requirements:

• Solid foundation in Epidemiology and Biostatistics (advanced degree in one of these two disciplines preferred)

• Proficiency in SAS software

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree

• 5-8 years of related experience in consulting and/or life sciences industry, including experience designing and delivering Real World research studies

• Experience working with electronic medical record (EMR) data preferred

• 3+ years project management skills and experience

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research and present findings to internal and external stakeholders

IQVIA is a leading global provider of advanced analytics, technology solutions and clinical research services to the life sciences industry. We believe in pushing the boundaries of human science and data science to make the biggest impact possible – to help our customers create a healthier world. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com