Director, Data and Science (Analytic Solutions - Epidemiology and Biostatistics Study Design)
Architect groundbreaking healthcare analytics strategies that revolutionize patient care and drive industry innovation.
As the Director, Data and Science (Analytic Solutions - Epidemiology and Biostatistics Study Design) at Verana Health, you'll be at the forefront of transforming healthcare through data-driven insights. This pivotal role demands a visionary leader who can translate intricate clinical challenges into pioneering study designs that push the boundaries of medical research.
You'll spearhead collaborations with life science partners, leveraging your expertise to craft innovative methodologies that extract invaluable insights from complex datasets. Your ability to synthesize epidemiological and biostatistical approaches will be instrumental in uncovering patterns that lead to breakthrough treatments and improved health outcomes.
You'll foster a culture of innovation and excellence within your team, mentoring the next generation of healthcare data scientists. Your strategic vision and technical acumen will drive Verana Health's mission to revolutionize healthcare through data-enabled strategies. By bridging the gap between complex clinical questions and actionable insights, you'll play a crucial role in advancing medical research and ultimately improving patient lives.
This position reports to the Sr. Director of Data and Science (Analytic Solutions).
What you get to do:
Study Design Leadership: Drive the development of robust epidemiological and biostatistical study designs for critical commercial retrospective clinical studies, including protocols, methodologies, and statistical analysis plans.
Team Management: Lead and mentor a team of 5 ICs, fostering their growth and ensuring high-quality output in study design and analysis.
Client Collaboration: Engage with life science customers to align project objectives with Verana's data and analytic capabilities while serving as a key Data and Science team member.
Cross-functional integration: Work closely with teams across the organization to translate clinical questions into appropriate study designs and data analytics requirements.
Quality Assurance: Ensure the scientific rigor and validity of your team's study deliverables and methodologies.
Your Qualifications:
- Master's or Doctorate in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, or a closely related field
- 7+ years of experience in epidemiological and biostatistical study design within life sciences, pharmaceutical, or biotechnology sectors
- 3+ years of experience managing research study teams, demonstrating strong leadership and mentoring skills
- Comprehensive understanding of advanced epidemiological and biostatistical principles and their application in healthcare research
- Proven ability in team resource allocation and project management
- Strong client-facing skills with demonstrated success in building relationships in the healthcare analytics space
- Proficiency in statistical software (e.g., R, SAS, or STATA) and familiarity with SQL and Python
- Solid experience working with clinical datasets and coding systems
At Verana Health, we value diverse perspectives and are committed to building an inclusive team. If you're ready to make a significant impact in healthcare analytics while enjoying comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment, we want to hear from you!
Verana Health is committed to complying with all applicable pay transparency laws and supports equitable pay practices. We pay based on a market-based approach, supported with robust data and in alignment with the compensation of our existing team. We construct our compensation ranges based on the US national average but your pay may vary depending on your location and the cost of living index for that geographic area. In determining an offer, base salary will also be based on experience, qualifications, skills and market conditions.
Please note pay ranges for major metropolitan areas may be different.
National Pay Range
$200,000—$240,000 USD
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What We Do
Verana Health is a healthcare technology and analytics company entrusted by key medical associations to manage multi-specialty, real-world data at every stage of the analytics process—from entry to evidence. Anchored in ophthalmology, neurology, and urology, the Company acts as a linchpin in the healthcare data ecosystem, making data meaningful and actionable to empower physicians and accelerate research for patients. By curating and applying advanced analytics to real-world clinical data, Verana Health helps life sciences partners enhance evidence generation, reinvent medical research, and drive innovations in specific disease areas.
Why Work With Us
At Verana Health, we have the opportunity to shape the future of medical research by harnessing the power of comprehensive clinical data sets to generate real-world evidence and answer meaningful questions in medicine. This is a company built by and for people who seek to be part of a mission-driven team committed to improving patient lives.
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