Who We Are Core Clinical Sciences is a scientist-led healthcare analytics and modelling consultancy with expertise in simulation-guided study design, evidence synthesis, causal inference, and health-economic modelling. We support pharmaceutical and medical device partners by providing rigorous, high-quality, and tailored methodological solutions.
Position Overview We are seeking a Senior Research Scientist to support/lead scientific aspects of evidence synthesis, modelling, and other research projects; while contributing to technical writing and project management.
The role suits someone who knows when to ask for help and when to resolve things independently, who is eager to learn, grow into the position, and take on greater responsibility as they are ready. They are personable and attentive in their client relationships, and confident representing CCS in both scientific and business-facing settings, or keen to build that confidence over time.
This person communicates clearly with stakeholders of varying technical backgrounds, adapting how they explain technical ideas so these land with different audiences. They bring a solutions-focused mindset and are comfortable both supporting others and leading their own methodological research.
Key Responsibilities Evidence Synthesis and Modelling:
Lead literature reviews and evidence synthesis projects.
Collaborate with statisticians to help conduct quantitative analyses and modelling.
Support economic and statistical modelling by identifying clinical inputs, parameters, assumptions, and structural needs.
Contribute to developing internal modelling standards and methodological documentation.
Technical and Scientific Writing
Prepare and review proposals, study protocols, technical reports, and methodological documentation.
Lead or support manuscript development for peer-reviewed publications.
Translate complex concepts clearly and accurately for both technical and non-technical audiences.




Client Communication and Collaboration
Support client calls and discussions with collaborators across life sciences partners
Provide structured, solution-oriented recommendations and help refine project scope and direction
Serve as a scientific representative of CCS in client-facing settings
Business Development and External Engagement
Prepare conference abstracts, posters, presentations, and supporting materials.
Represent CCS at conferences, including supporting booth activities and engaging with prospects.
Contribute to outreach efforts, such as LinkedIn content, website materials, and targeted email engagement.
Project Management
Oversee timelines, deliverables, and coordination across multidisciplinary teams.
Ensure clear documentation, organized workflows, and high-quality outputs.
Support internal process development, including reproducibility practices and process refinement
Qualifications Graduate degree (PhD or thesis-based MSc) in Epidemiology, Health Economics, or other related quantitative field.
Experience in life sciences consulting or other related areas
Strong scientific and technical writing skills.
Solid theoretical foundations and background in epidemiology, study design, and/or causal inference
Demonstrated ability to develop clear, polished graphical and slide-based materials to support communication of study design concepts to diverse audiences
Experience leading or co-authoring peer-reviewed manuscripts.
Excellent communication skills with comfort leading client calls.
Desire to learn new methods and work independently.




Strong organizational and project-management abilities.
Detail-oriented with a commitment to producing high-quality work.
Strong teamwork skills and ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines.
Comfortable operating in ambiguous or evolving project environments.
Strong leadership, accountability, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
Nice to Have Experience with health-economic modelling and statistical modelling
Familiarity with causal inference, simulation methods, and other quantitative approaches.
Experience in consulting or other client-facing scientific roles.
Experience preparing conference materials or supporting outreach activities.
Strong understanding of RWD/RWE, regulatory expectations, and scientific standards.
What We Offer Opportunity to lead rigorous and impactful scientific projects.
A collaborative, research-driven work setting that values methodological excellence.
Close collaboration with a small, highly skilled quantitative team.
Support for professional development, conference participation, and publications.
Versatile work environment.
Competitive compensation and benefits, including performance-based bonus.
Decision Metrics The role is open to qualified applicants anywhere in Canada. While this position is advertised as remote work,
preference will be given to candidates located near Vancouver who are able to work on-site three days per week.
We will use the following metrics for our decision process.
Epidemiological, quantitative, and other technical skills
Effective oral communication skills
Effective technical writing skills
Project management
Managing collaboration
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $90,000.00-$130,000.00 per year
Performance-based annual bonuses may be expected.
Benefits Dental care
Disability insurance
Extended health care
Paid time off
Vision care
Work from home

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