Senior Research Director, Patient Experience Research (Observational Studies) | Senior Research Director, Patient Experience – Direct to Patient Observational Research

Thermo Fisher Scientific GmbH

Deutschland
Published Oct 14, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This remote Senior Research Director role, internally known as Senior Research Leader within Evidera’s Patient-Centered Research (PCR) group, requires an established expert in direct-to-patient observational studies, particularly high-visibility surveys. The core responsibilities involve developing and maintaining an individual research portfolio, ensuring the ultimate quality of client deliverables, and managing project budgets and resources efficiently. The Director will serve as a key internal consultant, providing senior oversight and mentorship to junior scientific staff, while actively driving scientific excellence and innovation across the PCR organization. A crucial aspect is maintaining high external visibility through a strong track record of publications and presentations, and actively contributing to business development and strategic direction. Candidates must possess a PhD or MA with significant experience in health outcomes and patient-centered research, coupled with proven consulting expertise.

Required Skills

Education

PhD or MA in health outcomes and patient-centered research related field, or equivalent thereof.

Experience

  • 10+ years in health outcomes and patient-centered research (with PhD) OR 15+ years (with MA)
  • Significant recent consulting experience with internal and external clients
  • Professional experience delivering high-quality scientific outputs, including peer review publications
  • Experience leading complex, innovative, and collaborative projects
  • Experience in recruitment and supervision of scientific staff

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • Permanent contract duration; Fully remote, home-based position.