Job Description

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About Norstella

At Norstella, our mission is simple: to help our clients bring life-saving therapies to market quicker--and help patients in need.



Founded in 2022, but with history going back to 1939, Norstella unites best-in-class brands to help clients navigate the complexities at each step of the drug development life cycle --and get the right treatments to the right patients at the right time.



Each organization (Citeline, Evaluate, MMIT, Panalgo, The Dedham Group) delivers must-have answers for critical strategic and commercial decision-making. Together, via our market-leading brands, we help our clients:

Citeline - accelerate the drug development cycle Evaluate - bring the right drugs to market MMIT - identify barrier to patient access Panalgo - turn data into insight faster The Dedham Group - think strategically for specialty therapeutics




By combining the efforts of each organization under Norstella, we can offer an even wider breadth of expertise, cutting-edge data solutions and expert advisory services alongside advanced technologies such as real-world data, machine learning and predictive analytics. As one of the largest global pharma intelligence solution providers, Norstella has a footprint across the globe with teams of experts delivering world class solutions in the USA, UK, The Netherlands, Japan, China and India.###

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The Senior Epidemiologist role is for experienced epidemiologists who are able to produce and maintain high-quality epidemiological analysis and forecasts across a range of diseases, with minimal input from the Epidemiology Director. Senior Epidemiologists should be aware of the changing and expanding epidemiology data in the areas they cover, and demonstrate a high level of time management, as well as the ability to juggle multiple priorities, keeping key stakeholders updated on progress. They will also support the Epidemiology Director in content planning, and train and project manage more junior epidemiologists.

This is an individual contributor position. Success in this role will require excellent time management and the ability to work independently. The ability to work well within a team is also required as the epidemiologist is expected to collaborate with other members of the team as well as with analysts and other members of the wider Citeline team.###

Responsibilities:

Content Production

+ Assist Epidemiology Director in defining scope and prioritization of future coverage based on knowledge of important disease areas and data availability.
+ Author original analysis on epidemiology topics related to the healthcare industry in various formats, both for the Datamonitor Healthcare platform, and for wider distribution.
+ Collate and cross-reference Epi data from primary research and a wide range of secondary sources.
+ Where appropriate identify new sources of high quality information to be shared with the team.
+ Monitor scientific conference coverage (in person or remotely) and summarize key epidemiology data trends and segmentations of importance.
+ Independently scope and participate in thought leadership activities such as blog posts, white papers, data visualizations, and webinars.
+ Identify new and improved methodologies and data sources in complex disease areas and incorporate into future projects.
+ Continue to expand knowledge of wider epidemiological principles and disease trends (e.g. market coverage, data trends, patient subpopulations, rare diseases) as it relates to drug development, and other key industry drivers.

Written analysis

+ Author insightful and well-supported analysis, core content for Datamonitor Healthcare, and white papers/miscellaneous opinion pieces where appropriate. All writing must be in clear and concise business English.
+ Instinctively write in house style and pyramid principle writing style without prompting from project manager.
+ Consistently produce high quality written content without input from manager and editorial team on structure/grammar, such that content is client-ready.
+ Incorporate feedback on writing style/structure from project managers and the editorial team.

Time management

+ Use knowledge gained from previous projects to scope ongoing projects/updates with minimal assistance from the Epidemiology Director.
+ Manage own time efficiently and produce high quality content within specified timelines. Alert key stakeholders of any expected delays.
+ Demonstrate ability to juggle multiple projects and prioritize content appropriately.

Client Support

+ Apply expert knowledge to provide highest quality data and support to clients via the Ask the Analyst service with no assistance from the Epidemiology Director.
+ Independently defend analysis on written content published on the syndicated service or elsewhere.
+ Confidently explain research and methodologies and discuss the rationale behind key assumptions.
+ Support sales team as required during demos/client visits regarding defined area of expertise.
+ Participate in sales training initiatives as required.
+ Possess deep knowledge of the Citeline solutions and their key personas and be able to direct clients/sales teams to the most appropriate solution for their needs.

Team Support

+ Successfully communicate (in person and remotely) and build a working relationship with all functional DMHC teams including the editorial team, financial analyst team, and therapy area teams.
+ Possess knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of team and overall organizational structure of Datamonitor Healthcare and all Citeline products.
+ Network with colleagues in other parts of the business, to support sales/marketing/consulting processes where required.
+ Provide Epi commentary for e.g. Insights team using expertise.
+ Support team during absences, e.g. responding to client requests via the Ask the Analyst service.
+ Engage in collaborative working environment and support team members by sharing relevant knowledge/providing advice on optimal methodologies during team meetings.
+ Develop and deliver training and other presentations for team, group or company-wide meetings.
+ Attend role-specific training workshops as requested.
+ Assist with training and project managing of junior epidemiologists, coach newer epidemiologists on how to write in DMHC house style, be able to proof work from newer epidemiologists and provide constructive feedback on writing style and structure
+ Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned to support overall Citeline objectives.

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Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in epidemiology, biostatistics or industry-related field required; Master's degree preferred (e.g. MPH, MSc) At least 4 years' experience as an epidemiologist at a pharmaceutical/biotech company, healthcare consulting/research firm, or public health organization in a data analysis role function Substantial previous experience in analyzing and forecasting patient populations. Strong knowledge of the drug development process and associated pharmaceutical markets Previous experience of project management and managing own time effectively Substantial previous experience of presenting to clients and defending conclusions Previous experience with data visualization and data analytics software (e.g. Tableau, Alteryx etc.) is a significant advantage Excellent written and verbal English skills Impeccable attention to detail and accuracy Experience of collecting and curating quality data from multiple sources to produce robust and defendable conclusions. Good organizational, time management and priority setting skills, and the flexibility to multi-task in a fast-paced environment Ability to think critically, work independently, and follow instructions Ability to work collaboratively within a team both in the office and off site Experience working in global teams Ability to perform complex data manipulations in Excel (e.g., VLOOKUP, macros)
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The guiding principles for success at Norstella:

01: Bold, Passionate, Mission-First

We have a lofty mission to Smooth Access to Life Saving Therapies and we will get there by being bold and passionate about the mission and our clients. Our clients and the mission in what we are trying to accomplish must be in the forefront of our minds in everything we do.

02: Integrity, Truth, Reality

We make promises that we can keep, and goals that push us to new heights. Our integrity offers us the opportunity to learn and improve by being honest about what works and what doesn't. By being true to the data and producing realistic metrics, we are able to create plans and resources to achieve our goals.

03: Kindness, Empathy, Grace

We will empathize with everyone's situation, provide positive and constructive feedback with kindness, and accept opportunities for improvement with grace and gratitude. We use this principle across the organization to collaborate and build lines of open communication.

04: Resilience, Mettle, Perseverance

We will persevere - even in difficult and challenging situations. Our ability to recover from missteps and failures in a positive way will help us to be successful in our mission.

05: Humility, Gratitude, Learning

We will be true learners by showing humility and gratitude in our work. We recognize that the smartest person in the room is the one who is always listening, learning, and willing to shift their thinking.###

Benefits:

Health Insurance Provident Fund Reimbursement of Certification Expenses Gratuity 24x7 Health Desk
Norstella is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, color, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age. Our ethos is to respect and value people's differences, to help everyone achieve more at work as well as in their personal lives so that they feel proud of the part they play in our success. We believe that all decisions about people at work should be based on the individual's abilities, skills, performance and behavior and our business requirements. Norstella operates a zero tolerance policy to any form of discrimination, abuse or harassment.



Sometimes the best opportunities are hidden by self-doubt. We disqualify ourselves before we have the opportunity to be considered. Regardless of where you came from, how you identify, or the path that led you here- you are welcome. If you read this job description and feel passion and excitement, we're just as excited about you.