ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Patient Reported Outcome Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Tufts Medicine

$26.50 - $35.25/hr

Preferred experience includes administering cognitive, behavioral, neuropsychological, functional, and patient-reported outcome measures; telehealth or home-based clinical research; and methods such ...

Jobtailor

Senior Director, Biostatistics

Cambridge, MA · On-site

$150 - $190/hr

Experience with blinded study designs and analyzing and interpreting patient reported outcome (PRO) data sets strongly preferred * Ability to communicate and work directly with non-statisticians ...

University of Rochester

$77K - $116K/yr

Leads and oversees academic research activities focused on patient reported outcome measure development and validation. Manages a team of research staff responsible for data collection, documentation ...

previous page

Showing results 41-60

All JobsPatient Reported Outcome Jobs

Patient Reported Outcome information

See salary details

$10

$37

$62

How much do patient reported outcome jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for patient reported outcome in the United States is $37.74, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.36 and $45.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a patient reported outcome?

A Patient Reported Outcome (PRO) job involves collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data reported directly by patients about their health conditions, treatment experiences, and quality of life. Professionals in this role work in clinical research, healthcare, or pharmaceutical industries to ensure patient feedback informs medical decisions and regulatory approvals. They may develop surveys, assess data validity, and collaborate with stakeholders to improve patient care. The goal is to enhance healthcare outcomes by incorporating the patient’s perspective into research and treatment evaluations.

What are the typical responsibilities of a patient reported outcome professional?

Professionals in Patient Reported Outcome (PRO) roles are responsible for designing, implementing, and analyzing patient surveys and questionnaires to capture patient perspectives during clinical trials or healthcare studies. They often collaborate with clinical teams, data managers, and regulatory specialists to ensure that collected data meet quality standards and regulatory requirements. Their day-to-day tasks may include managing electronic PRO systems, training study staff, reviewing data integrity, and preparing reports for study sponsors or regulatory bodies. This role offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on how patient experiences shape clinical research and healthcare decision-making.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed for a patient reported outcome role?

To thrive in a Patient Reported Outcome (PRO) role, you typically need a background in healthcare, research, or data analysis, along with strong knowledge of clinical study design and patient-centered outcome measures. Expertise in data capture and management platforms (such as ePRO/eCOA systems), familiarity with regulatory guidelines, and sometimes certifications like Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) are highly valued. Attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams are crucial soft skills. These competencies ensure accurate data collection, regulatory compliance, and the effective translation of patient experiences into actionable insights for healthcare improvement.

More about Patient Reported Outcome jobs

What cities are hiring for Patient Reported Outcome jobs?

Cities with the most Patient Reported Outcome job openings:

What are the most commonly searched types of Patient Reported Outcome jobs?

The most popular types of Patient Reported Outcome jobs are:

What states have the most Patient Reported Outcome jobs?

States with the most job openings for Patient Reported Outcome jobs include:

What job categories do people searching Patient Reported Outcome jobs look for?

The top searched job categories for Patient Reported Outcome jobs are:

Patient Reported Outcome jobs near you
Infographic showing various Patient Reported Outcome job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, and 25% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $78,495 per year, or $37.7 per hour.

Director, Patient Centered Outcomes Assessment

RTI International

Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 2 days ago

RTI International rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

62nd of 73 rated research

Job description

About the Hiring Group
RTI Health Solutions (RTI-HS), a wholly owned subsidiary of RTI International, is an independent and internationally recognized research organization. With offices in the US, UK, Spain, France, and Sweden, we provide healthcare consulting and research expertise to optimize decision making for pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device products across the development and marketing lifecycle. Clients rely on our expertise, quality standards, and integrity to guide their product development and regulatory and market access strategies. Our various practice areas include Value, Access, and HEOR; Patient-Centered and Outcomes Research; Epidemiology and Biostatistics; Medical Communications; Global Business Operations; and Strategic Consulting and Growth.
RTI Health Solutions is seeking an experienced and highly collaborative Senior Scientist to join our Patient-Centered Outcomes Assessment (PCOA) team. This role is ideal for a senior researcher who thrives at the intersection of hands-on execution, scientific leadership, and collaboration.
As a senior member of the PCOA team, you will lead multidisciplinary project teams while remaining actively engaged in the design, conduct, analysis, interpretation, and dissemination of patient-centered research. You will serve as both a scientific leader and a working manager-providing strategic direction, mentoring staff, and ensuring project success while directly contributing to high-impact client deliverables.
You will partner with pharmaceutical and biotechnology clients to generate patient-centered evidence throughout the drug development lifecycle, supporting regulatory, reimbursement, and market access objectives.
What You'll Do
Key Responsibilities
Project and Scientific Leadership
  • Lead complex patient-centered outcomes research programs from study design through final delivery.
  • Serve as project lead for multidisciplinary teams, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest scientific standards.
  • Provide strategic oversight of study design, methodology, regulatory engagement, and evidence generation plans.
  • Manage project risks, client expectations, resource allocation, and team performance.
  • Serve as a trusted scientific advisor to clients and internal stakeholders.

Research Execution and Technical Contribution
  • Personally contribute to the design, execution, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of qualitative and mixed-methods research studies.
  • Design and lead qualitative research conducted with patients, caregivers, patient advocates, and clinical key opinion leaders, including both stand-alone and clinical trial-based studies.
  • Lead the development, adaptation, and evaluation of clinical outcome assessments (COAs), including patient-reported outcomes (PROs), observer-reported outcomes (ObsROs), clinician-reported outcomes (ClinROs), and related measures.
  • Review and critically appraise published literature, COA development programs, and psychometric evidence.
  • Develop patient-centered evidence strategies to support regulatory, access & reimbursement, and healthcare decision-making needs.
  • Contribute directly to study reports, client presentations, evidence dossiers, briefing books, and negotiations with key decision makers to support patient-centered value messaging for medicines.

Client Leadership and Business Development
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients.
  • Lead scientific discussions with pharmaceutical and biotechnology sponsors regarding patient-focused drug development strategies.
  • Support business development efforts through proposal development, client meetings, capability presentations, and identification of growth opportunities.
  • Contribute to strategic planning and expansion of RTI-HS PCOA capabilities.

Publications, Dissemination, and Thought Leadership
  • Lead and contribute to scientific publications, conference abstracts, posters, presentations, and manuscripts.
  • Represent RTI-HS at scientific meetings, industry conferences, and client engagements.
  • Stay current with evolving regulatory guidance, methodological advancements, and industry best practices in patient-centered outcomes research.

People Leadership and Talent Development
  • Provide day-to-day leadership, mentorship, and coaching to junior and mid-level researchers.
  • Foster technical excellence, knowledge sharing, and professional development across project teams.
  • Support staff development through project leadership opportunities, scientific review, and career mentoring.
  • Contribute to building a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team culture.

What You'll Need
  • A postgraduate master's level degree plus a minimum of 8 years of experience conducting patient-centered research, or a PhD plus a minimum of 5 years of experience conducting patient-centered research.
  • Demonstrated experience leading complex patient-centered research projects and multidisciplinary teams within a consulting, pharmaceutical, regulatory, CRO, or academic research environment supporting patient-focused drug development.
  • Demonstrated success managing client relationships, mentoring research staff, and leading project teams.
  • Substantial experience developing and successfully executing patient-centered evidence-generation strategies for pharmaceutical clients.
  • Proven experience interacting with regulatory agencies, including FDA, EMA, or other global health authorities as well as supporting evidence needs for access stakeholders (payers HTA, and prescribers) .
  • Experience leading proposal development and contributing to business growth initiatives.
  • Strong publication record and experience presenting research at scientific conferences.

#LI-BM1
EEO & Pay Equity Statements
For San Francisco, CA USA Job Postings Only: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Further information is available here.
RTI accepts applications to our job openings from candidates with criminal histories or conviction records in accordance with all applicable laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
For Applicants in Massachusetts Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
The anticipated pay range for this role is listed below. Our pay ranges represent national averages and may vary by location as a geographic differential may be applied to some locations within the United States. RTI considers multiple factors when making an offer including, for example: established salary range, internal budget, business needs, and education and years of work experience possessed by the applicant. Further, salary is merely one element to our offer.
At RTI, we demonstrate our commitment to rewarding individual and team achievement through a total rewards package. This package includes (among other things) a competitive base salary, a generous paid time off policy, merit based annual increases, bonus opportunities and a robust recognition program. Other benefits include a competitive range of insurance plans (including health, dental, life, and short-term and long-term disability), access to a retirement savings program such as a 401(k) plan, paid parental leave for all parents, financial assistance with adoption expenses or infertility treatments, financial reimbursement for education and developmental opportunities, an employee assistance program, and numerous other offerings to support a healthy work-life balance.
Hiring Salary Range
$150,000.00-$250,000.00

What RTI International employees say

Pay

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom

Apply