Sr. Researcher

Job description

WebMD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, color, religion, sex, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, medical condition, disability, veterans status, or any other basis protected by law. Role Overview Do you enjoy designing and conducting applied research in healthcare with real-world data? Do you enjoy interacting with clients and technical teams to develop and deliver a study? Do you love seeing impact quickly? If yes, then this is the job for you! Medscape Medical Affairs is looking for a Senior Researcher to design, conduct, and present real-world studies aimed at evaluating scientific content interventions. We are looking for a high-impact Senior Researcher to act as the scientific and strategic execution engine of our team. This isn't just a "backend" data role—you will act as an internal and external research consultant, the voice our clients trust, and the bridge between complex data and business-winning strategy. You’ll thrive here if you enjoy a fast-paced environment where your work directly influences high impact business decisions. Key Responsibilities Protocol & Strategy: Partner with internal Analytics and Data Science teams, clinical strategists, and Medical Science Directors (MSDs) to develop robust study protocols. You won't just follow a plan; you’ll help create it. Business Development Support: Lead the methods section for business proposals, ensuring our technical approach is both scientifically unassailable and commercially compelling. Advanced Analytics: Design and execute (or supervise) end-to-end observational studies using healthcare claims data and first-party engagement and behavioral data. You must be an expert in retrospective pre-post matched comparison designs. The "So What" Factor: Translate complex statistical outputs into succinct, high-level reports for internal stakeholders and clients with collaborative client-presentation responsibilities. You are responsible for delivering the clear, actionable message hidden in the data. Stakeholder Liaison: Manage communication with internal leadership, sales, and project teams, ensuring projects remain on track in a fast-paced, deadline-driven setting. Qualifications Education: Master’s or PhD in Biostatistics, Epidemiology, or a related quantitative field. Experience: 3–5+ years of applied research experience using large-scale healthcare claims databases. Technical Mastery: Deep knowledge of study design, specifically matching methodologies and bias mitigation in observational data, study protocol development, and statistical modeling expertise with hands-on experience using SAS, R, or Python. Communication and Story-Telling: The ability to explain "the math" to non-technical stakeholders, write persuasive technical sections for proposals, and take complex applied research results and tell a story that provides value and insights to the client. Salary range: $125,000 - $150,000 Bonus Eligible: This position is also eligible for a discretionary company bonus, based upon business results. Benefits: Employees in this position are eligible to participate in the company sponsored benefit programs, including the following within the first 12 months of employment: Health Insurance (medical, dental, and vision coverage) Paid Time Off (including vacation, sick leave, and flexible holiday days) 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching Life and Disability Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Commuter and/or Transit Benefits (if applicable) Eligibility for specific benefits may vary based on job classification, schedule (e.g., full-time vs. part-time), work location and length of employment.