Research Associate

About the role

The main function of a Research Associate is to support the execution of health outcomes research studies that evaluate the value of healthcare interventions. This role involves managing study activities, analysing data, and contributing to the development of scientific communications and strategic planning.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and execution of research studies, including database analysis, literature reviews, and modelling.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of outcomes research with medical and marketing strategies.
• Assist in the development of abstracts, posters, presentations, and publications.
• Coordinate activities such as advisory panels and best practice sharing with programme stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Degree in Health Economics, Public Health, Life Sciences, or related field
• 8-10 years experience required
• Strong analytical and research skills, including familiarity with health economics and outcomes research methods
• Ability to interpret and summarise scientific data clearly and accurately
• Proficiency in preparing scientific communications and presentation materials
• Effective collaboration and project coordination skills

Benefits

• Healthcare Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics.
• Dental Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.
• Vision Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.
• 401(k) Plan: The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first of the month following at least 1 calendar year after employment begins.