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Oversight Directors - Cardio/General Medicine (CVGM Team)

Company: Thermo Fisher Scientific

Location: Remote

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a Director, Project Management in their Oversight Team for the EMEA region. The role can be fully remote, office, or hybrid. The candidate should have recent experience in full-service clinical trials, specifically in areas such as Cardiovascular, GI, Nephrology, Rare Disease, Diabetes, Obesity, Dyslipidemia Immunology, Dermatology, Woman's Health, Cell & Gene Therapy, CAR-T, Immunology, RA, Biosimilars, and GI (inclusive of UC/CD). The role involves strategic indication or client-specific portfolio management, providing therapeutic expertise in project delivery execution, and driving overall strategy development for proposals. The ideal candidate should possess comprehensive therapeutic area knowledge, excellent communication skills, leadership abilities, and strong financial acumen.

Sr Account Director, Business Development - AES

Company: Thermo Fisher Scientific

Location: Remote

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a Senior Account Director for its Business Development team, specifically for the Accelerated Enrollment Solutions (AES) business. The role involves securing and retaining business through professional sales activities, positioning PPD as a primary provider for clinical development work, and ensuring client satisfaction. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, relevant experience (equivalent to 5+ years), and a proven track record in hunting and securing new business opportunities. The company's mission is to enable customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.

Senior Analyst, Payment Integrity Data Mining

Company: Oscar Health

Location: New York, NY / Remote

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Oscar, a health insurance company founded in 2012, is hiring a Data Mining Senior Analyst for its Payment Integrity team. The role involves overpayment concept creation, research, quality control, and process improvement. The analyst will work cross-functionally, leveraging deep understanding of Oscar's systems to translate stakeholder friction into actionable opportunities. The position requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, 2+ years in claims auditing or healthcare payment integrity, and proficiency in data analysis tools. Bonus points for healthcare background, process improvement training, and SQL experience. The role is based in New York City, Tempe, or Los Angeles offices, or remotely in specified states, with competitive pay and benefits.

Data Partner - Economics - US

Company: TELUS Digital

Location: Remote

Posted Jan 23, 2025

TELUS Digital AI is seeking a highly knowledgeable Subject Matter Expert for a remote Data Partner role in Economics. The role involves designing advanced, domain-specific questions and solutions, creating challenging problem sets, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Basic requirements include a degree in Economics and strong English writing skills. The position offers flexible hours and competitive pay rates, ranging from $30 - $50 USD per hour. TELUS Digital AI is committed to diversity and inclusion, offering equal opportunities to all qualified applicants.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are typical salary ranges for different seniority levels in academia?
Assistant professors in STEM departments average $70,000–$90,000, while associate professors range $90,000–$115,000. Full professors can earn $120,000–$160,000, depending on institution type. Research scientists in university labs earn $85,000–$110,000, and academic administrators (department chairs, deans) range $110,000–$180,000.
What skills and certifications are required for academic positions?
A PhD or terminal degree in the discipline is mandatory for faculty roles. Teaching certification (e.g., TEACH or a state teaching license) is often required for K‑12 or community college positions. Proficiency in statistical software (R, Python, SPSS), grant-writing (e.g., NIH, NSF, private foundations), and Learning Management Systems (Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle) is essential for instructional designers and online faculty.
Is remote work available for academic roles?
Many universities now offer hybrid teaching options for faculty, allowing online course delivery via Zoom or LMS. Instructional designers and research staff can work remotely, especially in industry‑partnered labs. Administrative roles may be partially remote, but on‑campus presence is typically required for department meetings.
What are common career progression paths in academia?
Typical progression starts with assistant professor (2–5 years, tenure track), followed by associate professor (tenure decision), and then full professor (tenured). Parallel tracks include research scientist (non‑tenure, funded by grants), department chair (leadership role), and dean (college‑level administration). Advancement often requires publishing, securing external funding, and demonstrating teaching excellence.
What industry trends are shaping academic careers today?
Interdisciplinary research hubs (e.g., data science, bioinformatics, sustainability) are expanding. AI and machine learning are integrated into curricula and research projects. Online and hybrid learning models are becoming standard, increasing demand for instructional designers. Open‑access publishing and data‑sharing mandates are changing scholarship expectations.

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