Sr. Observational Research Scientist (Oncology)
Ontada · United States · US
Clinical Research
Remote
Pharmacist
Demand82
Career growth78
Healthcare fit85
Remote potential70
Salary band
USD 142k – 237k
5-year outlook
Senior real-world evidence and observational research roles in oncology are likely to remain in demand and command competitive compensation, though exact pay depends on location, experience, and company. Growth may be strongest for those with oncology RWE, data, and client-facing expertise.
Clinical license
Not required
Applicant reach
moderate
Seniority
senior
Employment type
full-time
Date found
2026-09-28
Intelligence details
Flexible work details
- Engagement type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full-time
- Eligible countries
- United States
- Profession fit
- Pharmacist
- Rate period
- Annual
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Why this is worth applying to
Worth applying for clinicians with oncology and observational/real-world research experience who want a non-clinical, evidence-generation career. It is likely a poor fit for clinicians without 7+ years of relevant research or data experience.
Who should apply
Oncologists/hematologists, oncology pharmacists, clinical research professionals, and IMGs with strong oncology, RWE, epidemiology, or data-analysis backgrounds.
CV angle
Frame clinical oncology experience as domain expertise for real-world study design, protocol writing, and interpretation of EHR/claims data. Highlight publications, research protocols, statistical collaboration, medical writing, and cross-functional project leadership without overstating non-clinical titles.
Skills to highlight
- Observational study design
- Real-world data (EHR, claims, SDOH)
- Oncology clinical knowledge
- Protocol and statistical analysis section writing
- Medical writing and client deliverables
- Biostatistics collaboration
- Regulatory/compliance documentation
- Stakeholder and sponsor communication
Role summary
A senior scientist role leading observational oncology research using real-world data, writing protocols and analysis sections, interpreting results, and delivering evidence-based reports to clients.
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