Senior Manager Real World Analytics (Hybrid)

Job Description

General/Position Summary

The Real World Analytics (RWA) Senior Manager leads the execution of statistical analysis plans for observational research conducted by the RWE researchers ). The Senior Manager also advises on fit-for-purpose database selection, guides patient population selection, performs QC as needed and manages workload in support of one or more therapeutic areas. The (RWA) Senior Manager is a hybrid role requiring two core skills sets: statistical programming and project management.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Executes on statistical analysis and programming plans. Ensure quality and timely deliverables for all assigned studies/projects.

• Advises on database selection, patient population selection and statistical analysis plans
• Lead RWD analytics QC including training and enforcing SAS programming standards for Vertex relevant disease states across RWE     
• Tracks and archives RWA projects in accordance with department standards          
• Remains current on medical coding systems and relevant large healthcare databases; develops and maintains statistical programming skills        
• Actively participates in the identification, evaluation and prioritization of potential database acquisitions/licenses; Supports the vendor licensing and contracting processes.
• Supports staff with new software, programming techniques, and databases. Partners with Data, Technology and Engineering (DTE) to advance RWA technology competencies through the agile adoption of novel techniques, programming languages, and analytics            
• Provides data management support for RWE observational studies as needed

Required Education Level

• PhD in biostatistics, epidemiology, health economics and outcomes research, health policy, or similar with minimum 1 -3 years statistical programming experience or   
• Masters degree in Epidemiology, Public Health, Biostatistics or related field and 5-8 years statistical programming experience.

Required Knowledge/Skills

• Demonstrated experience with statistical programming and analysis of RWD including medical and pharmacy billing claims, electronic health records, disease registries, etc.             
• Technical competence in efficient SAS programming methods and other relevant data analytics software and languages (e.g. SQL, Python, R)         
• Attention to detail is critical, as is adhering to standards and procedures.      
• Good organizational and written/verbal communication skills required.           
• Good interpersonal, leadership, and influence management skills are also important.        
• Strong study and project management skills       
• Demonstrated ability to design and execute observational research, including data management experience with observational studies and/or clinical trials.         
• Ability to work effectively in a constantly changing, diverse, and matrix environment
• Formal training in Epidemiology/Health Services Research or related is required

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Pay Range:

Disclosure Statement:

Flex Designation:

Flex Eligibility Status:

In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as: 
1.    Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select
2.    On-Site: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.

Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex’s Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time. 

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Company Information

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.

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