Putnam
Director, RWE & Biostatistics
Putnam, an Inizio Advisory company, is looking for a Director of Real-World Evidence (RWE) & Biostatistics to join our global team of more than 30 statisticians, mathematicians, epidemiologists and health economists.
Position Overview As a senior leader in the RWE & Biostatistics team, you will oversee the acquisition and delivery of work, ensure our analyses meet the commercial and scientific needs of our clients, and contribute to the strategic direction of the team. This US‑based role is located in one of our East Coast hubs – Boston or New York City – with remote work possible.
Responsibilities
Lead or contribute to business development activities including proposal development and client relationship building
Oversee or lead the design, programming and execution of complex RWE & statistical analyses
Oversee or lead the preparation of study documents, including protocol, statistical analysis plan and report
Oversee or lead the delivery of quantitative HEOR/HTA projects, especially those involving data synthesis from multiple sources (e.g., pairwise meta‑analyses, mixed‑treatment comparisons/network meta‑analyses) and integration of RWE.
Oversee or lead the provision of statistical input into the Evidence department projects portfolio, in line with HTA guidelines
Oversee or lead the development of publications (abstracts, posters, manuscripts)
Lead the preparation and delivery of presentations to clients
Oversee or lead the management of assigned projects, including project teams, clients, schedules and budgets
Line management and mentoring of team members
Lead internal training programs and operational improvements
Oversee or lead methodological work on novel statistical approaches for HEOR/HTA
Desired Skills and Experience
Preferably a Masters or PhD in mathematics, statistics, health economics, or a related discipline
Six (6) or more years of related work experience
Extensive experience working with US real‑world databases, including claims and electronic health record (EHR) databases
Extensive statistical programming experience
Knowledge of standard quantitative evidence synthesis approaches and familiarity with emerging, advanced methods (bonus)
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Team‑oriented mindset
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in English, with the ability to explain complex concepts to non‑specialists
Ability to meet short deadlines with high‑quality results
Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
Effective team‑management experience
Ability to work both independently and in a team.
What We Offer You!
Competitive compensation packages
Exceptional professional growth and promotion opportunities
Work in a team‑based environment on a global scale
Leadership and development programs at each key milestone
Hybrid working model
Global presence – offices and openings in many countries
Comprehensive benefits (paid time off, 401(k), health insurance options, and more)
Company Description Putnam, an Inizio Advisory company, is a leading scientific and strategic consulting partner that helps the global life science community make confident, impactful decisions. For over 30 years, we’ve combined strategic mindset with cross‑functional capabilities to deliver depth across therapeutic areas, healthcare sectors and technology platforms, maximizing human impact and commercial success.
We believe that real, lasting change on human health starts with empowering our people. We offer a boutique‑firm feel within a global enterprise, creating limitless opportunities to kickstart your career or hone your expertise. Built on pillars of empowerment, collaboration and meaning, we provide a fulfilling environment for world‑class advisors to shape the future of healthcare.
We serve the life‑sciences industry, including the top 20 global biopharmaceutical companies. We are consistently ranked among the top consulting firms and maintain a true global team of 400+ experts across three continents.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values. We strive to foster belonging and authenticity at all levels, valuing individuals for their skills, experience, diverse backgrounds and unique perspectives. Our core values include Team, Excellence, Strategic, Passion and Diversity.
Don't meet every job requirement? That's okay! Our company is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others.
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Position Overview As a senior leader in the RWE & Biostatistics team, you will oversee the acquisition and delivery of work, ensure our analyses meet the commercial and scientific needs of our clients, and contribute to the strategic direction of the team. This US‑based role is located in one of our East Coast hubs – Boston or New York City – with remote work possible.
Responsibilities
Lead or contribute to business development activities including proposal development and client relationship building
Oversee or lead the design, programming and execution of complex RWE & statistical analyses
Oversee or lead the preparation of study documents, including protocol, statistical analysis plan and report
Oversee or lead the delivery of quantitative HEOR/HTA projects, especially those involving data synthesis from multiple sources (e.g., pairwise meta‑analyses, mixed‑treatment comparisons/network meta‑analyses) and integration of RWE.
Oversee or lead the provision of statistical input into the Evidence department projects portfolio, in line with HTA guidelines
Oversee or lead the development of publications (abstracts, posters, manuscripts)
Lead the preparation and delivery of presentations to clients
Oversee or lead the management of assigned projects, including project teams, clients, schedules and budgets
Line management and mentoring of team members
Lead internal training programs and operational improvements
Oversee or lead methodological work on novel statistical approaches for HEOR/HTA
Desired Skills and Experience
Preferably a Masters or PhD in mathematics, statistics, health economics, or a related discipline
Six (6) or more years of related work experience
Extensive experience working with US real‑world databases, including claims and electronic health record (EHR) databases
Extensive statistical programming experience
Knowledge of standard quantitative evidence synthesis approaches and familiarity with emerging, advanced methods (bonus)
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Team‑oriented mindset
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in English, with the ability to explain complex concepts to non‑specialists
Ability to meet short deadlines with high‑quality results
Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
Effective team‑management experience
Ability to work both independently and in a team.
What We Offer You!
Competitive compensation packages
Exceptional professional growth and promotion opportunities
Work in a team‑based environment on a global scale
Leadership and development programs at each key milestone
Hybrid working model
Global presence – offices and openings in many countries
Comprehensive benefits (paid time off, 401(k), health insurance options, and more)
Company Description Putnam, an Inizio Advisory company, is a leading scientific and strategic consulting partner that helps the global life science community make confident, impactful decisions. For over 30 years, we’ve combined strategic mindset with cross‑functional capabilities to deliver depth across therapeutic areas, healthcare sectors and technology platforms, maximizing human impact and commercial success.
We believe that real, lasting change on human health starts with empowering our people. We offer a boutique‑firm feel within a global enterprise, creating limitless opportunities to kickstart your career or hone your expertise. Built on pillars of empowerment, collaboration and meaning, we provide a fulfilling environment for world‑class advisors to shape the future of healthcare.
We serve the life‑sciences industry, including the top 20 global biopharmaceutical companies. We are consistently ranked among the top consulting firms and maintain a true global team of 400+ experts across three continents.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values. We strive to foster belonging and authenticity at all levels, valuing individuals for their skills, experience, diverse backgrounds and unique perspectives. Our core values include Team, Excellence, Strategic, Passion and Diversity.
Don't meet every job requirement? That's okay! Our company is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others.
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