Associate Research Scientist - Psychometrics Contract opportunity with Global Clinical Research Organization Remote, Full time, on Pacific Time zone--does not need to be in same time zone but must operate on these hours $45 to $53/hr Requirements: + Master's degree, doctoral-level degree (PhD, MD, PharmD) in biostatistics or psychometrics, epidemiology, pharmacoeconomics, psychology or relevant field + Experience in a comparable industry, ideally from research organization or pharma environment + Strong attention to detail and superior communication skills (both written and verbal) + Solid analytical and organizing skills; including the ability to prepare and present relevant summaries of complex materials + Comfort in a client-facing role + Experience mentoring, guiding, and providing hands-on support to less-experienced analysts + Fluency in at least one primary programming language (R or SAS) + Advanced proficiency in MS365 including Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams with a focus on Excel proficiency + Experience in clinical outcomes assessments (COAs, including, but not limited to PROs) + Proactive, efficient, and adaptable, with the ability to learn quickly + Experience with submissions to regulatory agencies is preferred + Demonstrated collaboration and communication skills GENERAL DESCRIPTION: -Ability to write psychometric statistical analyses plans or clinical trial PRO endpoint analyses SAPs. -Publications experience demonstrating expertise in instrument development including reliability, validity, responsiveness and meaningful within patient change. -Evaluates COAs for appropriate usage in clinical trials including acceptability to FDA guidelines for implementation of COAs as primary or secondary endpoints in RCT, develops analysis plans and guides them through development of regulatory dossiers for COAs, briefing books, and support at FDA and other regulatory meeting. Summarized Purpose: Primarily responsible for PRO endpoint strategy including appropriate COA selection, development of evaluation plans and implementation of psychometric analyses. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $53.00 • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully remote position. Application Deadline This position will be accepting applications until Jan 10, 2025. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.