Senior Pharmaceutical Review Officer

3 weeks ago


Montreal, Quebec, Canada CADTH Full time

Status: Full time, 1 year , temporary

Salary range: $86,000 to $107,000 per year

CADTH is Canada's drug and health technology agency. We're a not-for-profit organization headquartered in Ottawa, with a satellite office in Toronto. We're funded by Canada's federal, provincial, and territorial governments, with the exception of Quebec, to provide independent information and advice to the country's publicly funded health care systems. Health administrators and policy experts rely on CADTH to inform their decisions about the funding and appropriate use of the drugs, devices, and services used to prevent, diagnose, and treat medical conditions.

CADTH is proud to be a 2024 National Capital Region Top Employer. This recognition celebrates CADTH's dedication to fostering a workplace environment that nurtures growth, innovation, and IDEA - inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility. It reaffirms our ongoing efforts to create an outstanding workplace where our employees thrive and feel valued.

Most CADTH employees participate in a hybrid workspace arrangement that allows for flexibility and enhanced work-life balance. CADTH believes in the positive impact of in-person collaboration and the importance of team building. CADTH gives preference to qualified candidates who live near its offices and can participate in a hybrid arrangement. Those applying to CADTH must be located in Ontario, except in exceptional circumstances where the employment is deemed remote.

Primary Focus

The Senior Pharmaceutical Review Officer (PRO) leads multidisciplinary CADTH research teams to prepare (write) reports that address specific research and policy questions regarding pharmaceutical products. The Senior PRO is responsible for leading teams to produce high-quality products that meet the needs of CADTH customers to facilitate decisions regarding policies related to pharmaceutical products.

On any given day, the Senior Pharmaceutical Review Officer will:

  • conduct comprehensive literature reviews, critical appraisals, evidence syntheses, and other relevant research activities, including indirect comparisons, meta-analyses, and systematic reviews
  • lead multidisciplinary review teams to prepare reports that address pharmaceutical-related research and policy questions regarding pharmaceutical products, including leading team meetings
  • ensure the successful completion of projects, including authoring clinical review reports and recommendations, for approval by the Pharmaceutical Review Manager (PRM)
  • attend committee and other meetings as needed to present and discuss projects with CADTH customers, colleagues, expert committees, and jurisdictional advisory committees
  • provide project status updates as required and work with PRMs to ensure appropriate conduct of projects; achievement of work priorities and job expectations; and compliance with systems, policies, and procedures
  • mentor and provide guidance to PROs, Pharmaceutical Review Assistants, and external reviewers to ensure the quality of reports meets corporate standards
  • act as an expert resource to others in all matters related to the critical appraisal of clinical studies, the authoring of scientific reports, and relevant related topics or particular areas of expertise
  • propose process improvements by identifying areas for efficiencies, improved collaboration, or submission guideline clarity
  • support current program priorities and initiatives aligned with corporate objectives to CADTH to enhance transparency and support evidence-based decision-making and continuous quality improvement.

Is this the right role for you?

The Senior PRO will likely have:

  • a graduate degree in a health-related discipline (biostatistics, epidemiology, pharmacy, health economics, medicine) plus 3 years of experience conducting critical appraisals, systematic reviews, meta-analyses, or health technology assessments
  • demonstrated knowledge, understanding, and experience in research methods, systematic reviews, pharmaceutical appraisals, development and application of health technology assessments, evidence-based medicine, and study design
  • an understanding of the Canadian health care system, relevant legislation and regulations, and decision-making processes as they relate to CADTH reviews
  • excellent oral and written communication skills and demonstrated strength in scientific or technical report writing
  • experience in leading meetings and presenting effectively before expert groups and/or diverse audiences
  • experience working collaboratively, prioritizing, and balancing multiple competing tasks effectively
  • ability to work well with others in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • ability to be respectful, approachable, and team-oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

What will set you apart?

  • Fluency in French.

What's in it for you?

At CADTH, you will find:

  • a team-focused, supportive, and inclusive work environment
  • a comprehensive Total Rewards package including health, dental, and wellness benefits; a defined benefit pension plan with Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP); and a variety of leave options
  • opportunities to work with and learn from highly specialized professionals
  • personal growth through professional development opportunities, corporate training, and support for continuing education
  • a friendly culture that supports community engagement
  • the opportunity to make a difference for people in Canada and effect positive change.

To apply for this position, visit the Careers section of our website . Your résumé must clearly identify how your skills and experience relate to the requirements of this role. Applications for this opportunity may be used for future staffing vacancies. We thank you for your interest; however, only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. Please visit our website regularly for new opportunities.

At CADTH, we actively celebrate, support, and flourish through our differences. Our employees are people with different strengths, experiences, and backgrounds, who share a passion for building the future of health care. We demonstrate a commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility through continuous development, modelling inclusive behaviours, and proactively managing bias. We highly encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including people of all places of origin and religions; people with disabilities; people who are neurodivergent; people who are Black or racialized; Indigenous people; women; and people from the 2SLGBTQ+ community. We also provide accommodations during all phases of the recruitment process. If you require any accommodation or have any questions, please contact . We will work with you to meet your needs.

Please note that successful candidates will be required to complete a confidential pre-employment background check, which includes criminal, employment, and educational verifications as a condition of employment.

Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada. CADTH regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment visas at this time.



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