Contractor (Oncology Specialization), Policy Reporter (Remote, CA, US)

Overview:

Policy Reporter offers a suite of insights products and consulting services to enhance market access strategies and patient support initiatives. By tracking payer policies in near real time, we ensure that the largest pharmaceutical, medical device and diagnostics manufacturers, leading academic institutions and organized provider groups have the most up-to-date data and evidence-based guidance to help patients access the therapies they need. For more information, please visit https://www.policyreporter.com. 

The Research Team at Policy Reporter conducts research into the US Healthcare landscape to help clients analyze healthcare policy data that impacts market access strategies. We deliver insights to our clients through the quality of our data synthesis as well as the presentation of our findings. Our market research and intelligence services improve the accessibility to medical treatments and products for patients in need and hence improve patient outcomes.

We are seeking a contractor to assist with our research by performing comprehensive analysis of the US healthcare landscape. This role includes researching healthcare policy data, reviewing and assessing payer-policy information, and creating customized reports based on client requirements. We are looking for a highly motivated individual with experience in Oncology, to provide valuable insights for our clients. The ideal candidate should be able to commit between 20 - 40 hours per week. 

• In-depth scientific knowledge and/or previous work experience in Oncology & Immunology therapy areas is preferable. Knowledge of the US pharmaceutical market access landscape is considered an asset.  

• A strong understanding of key concepts such as biomarkers, companion diagnostics, personalized medicine, biosimilars, cell & gene therapies, and monoclonal antibodies is preferred. 

• Investigate and synthesize data into a comprehensive report on coverage requirements for oncology treatments from payer policies, forms, and special advisories. 

• Update comprehensive Oncology reports to reflect key changes in coverage requirements and approval processes.

• Ensuring continued high data accuracy and efficiency through thorough quality assurance of the policy data set across existing reports.   

• Support the refinement of report templates for displaying Oncology related coverage insights that aligns with well-established reporting methodologies.

• Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders to conduct analysis and generate insights in the form of dashboards/visualizations for clients. 

• Act as subject matter expert providing insight into medical necessity, prior authorization, payment complexity. 

• As required, the Oncology Contractor will liaise directly with clients on projects to present findings, and answer queries. 

Skills Required:

• Strong understanding of key concepts such as biomarkers, companion diagnostics, personalized medicine, biosimilars, cell & gene therapies, and monoclonal antibodies is preferred.   

• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel skills 

• Research competencies including but not limited to: 

• Synthesizing and analyzing insights from large data sets. 

• Summarizing, presenting, and validating findings to both internal and external stakeholders. 

• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills. 

• High attention to detail.

• Effective verbal and written communication; ability to communicate and present findings to clients in a clear and concise manner.

Experience Required:

• A Bachelor’s degree (in life sciences, Pharmacy or social sciences preferred) 

• Experience in Oncology field (preferred)  

• Experience collaborating directly with clinicians/healthcare teams an asset. 

• Experience with appeals process and compiling cost-benefit analysis an asset.

• 3+ years of professional working experience (Full-time) 

• 1-2 years Quantitative & Qualitative Research experience (preferred) 

• Prior knowledge of the US healthcare market access (preferred) 

• Previous healthcare data experience is considered an asset.