Research Associate I - Sas Programming

At ICON, it’s our people that set us apart. Our diverse teams enable us to become a better partner to our customers and help us to fulfil our mission to advance and improve patients’ lives.
Our ‘Own It’ culture is driven by four key values that bring us together as individuals and set us apart as an organisation: Accountability & Delivery, Collaboration, Partnership and Integrity. We want to be the Clinical Research Organisation that delivers excellence to our clients and to patients at every touch-point. In short, to be the partner of choice in drug development.
That’s our vision. We’re driven by it. And we need talented people who share it.
If you’re as driven as we are, join us. You’ll be working in a dynamic and supportive environment, with some of the brightest and the friendliest people in the sector, and you’ll be helping shape an industry.
Position Summary:
ICON Patient Centred Outcomes (PCO) is part of ICON plc, a leading global Clinical Research Organization headquartered in Dublin, Ireland. Our PCO group undertakes consultancy projects for international clients in both the pharmaceutical and medical device sectors, supporting development of medicines and clinical trials.
The work of the PCO group focuses on patient-centered research, including health related quality of life, disease signs and symptoms, treatment preference, adherence and satisfaction. The group is respected globally for the quality and innovation of their applied qualitative and quantitative work. Much of their work involves Clinical Outcome Assessment (COA) measurement development and evaluation, including conducting patient interviews and focus groups and qualitative analysis, psychometric validation and COA analysis.
Our PCO team is primarily based in US (Gaithersburg, Raleigh), UK and France (Lyon), with ICON offices in most EU countries.
We are looking for an individual who is looking to join a consultancy group where research experience is applied within a fast-moving commercial environment. In particular, we are looking for someone who is looking to apply their quantitative skills and join our growing team.
You will have experience of applied research in an academic, health or commercial environment, and will have experience of, and interest in, quantitative research design and interpretation of results.
The Role :
We have a strong preference for an individual with quantitative coding and analysis skills

• Supports project meetings and the resolution of issues, project recaps and corrective/preventative action.
  
• Assist with development of research materials (such as study protocols, Statistical Analysis Plans) and conduct of literature reviews
  
• Undertake quantitative data analysis using quantitative analysis software: e.g., SAS, R
  
• Draft, review, and assist with client deliverables, including reports, slide decks , proposals and scientific manuscripts under the direction of senior team members
  

Requirements

• Bachelor's (or higher) degree in statistics or related field (such as sociology, anthropology, statistics, public health, epidemiology, psychology, or related discipline
  
• At least 1 year SAS programming experience
  
• R programming is preferred
  
• Fluency in English both orally and in writing, with excellent interpersonal skills.
  

• Understanding of scientific research methods and processes
  
• Experience with quantitative methodology and analysis; knowledge of quantitative analysis software strongly preferred
  

Benefits of Working in ICON:
Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.
We offer very competitive salary packages. And to keep them competitive, we regularly benchmark them against our competitors. Our annual bonuses reflect delivery of performance goals - both ours and yours.
We also provide a range of health-related benefits to employees and their families and offer competitive retirement plans - and related benefits such as life assurance - so you can save and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
But beyond the competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, you’ll benefit from an environment where you are encouraged to fulfil your sense of purpose and drive lasting change.
ICON is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know through the form below.
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