TB Diagnostics, Analyst

The Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI) works to broaden access to life-saving therapy for HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis (TB) and malaria patients in the poorest parts of the world.  CHAI approaches health access challenges with simultaneous and intensive engagement on both the demand and supply sides of the market. Based on the premise that business oriented strategy can facilitate solutions to global health challenges, CHAI acts as a catalyst to mobilize new resources and optimize the impact of these resources to save lives, via improved organization of commodity markets and more effective national and sub-national level management. The TB Diagnostics team focuses on addressing both the supply-side and demand-side barriers to ensure access to accurate and affordable Tuberculosis diagnostics to patients in both the private and public sector. Current diagnostic procedures in the private sector are focused on the usage of sub optimal tests that are inaccurate, costly, and slow in diagnosing resistance to first line antibiotics. The access team is tasked with creating a market shift towards increased usage of WHO endorsed diagnostics that are accurate, affordable, and (geographically) accessible. The TB Diagnostics team works closely with diagnostic and drug manufacturers, private sector labs, multilateral organizations, normative bodies and other stakeholders to lower prices of WHO endorsed diagnostics, encourage adoption of quality diagnostics, and accelerate the entry and uptake of new improved products.  Role: The TB Analyst will be a critical contributor to CHAI’s India TB initiative, which aims to ensure increased uptake of newer diagnostic technologies in the private sector. These efforts will require deep engagement with private sector diagnostic labs and physician groups, formulation and execution of demand generation activities, provide market analysis and intelligence, advocate for expedited development of new products, and other operations and administrative tasks. The Analyst will develop strong relationships with various teams within CHAI, as well as senior management.  The position will require travel to meet key stakeholders. We are seeking a highly motivated individual with outstanding credentials, analytical ability, and strong communication skills.  The Analyst must be able to function independently and flexibly and have a strong commitment to excellence.  CHAI places great value on personal qualities including resourcefulness, responsibility, tenacity, independence, energy, and work ethic.

Responsibilities:

Engage with private sector labs/hospitals to accelerate uptake of qaulity diagnostics in their test portfolio Develop and implement an intensive demand generation plan to educate private sector physicians of WHO endorsed diagnostics Engage with stakeholders and  the National Tuberculosis Programme (NTP) to examine areas of synergy and collaboration and ensure that the initiative works in alignment with NTP priorities and guidance Provide strategic, analytical, communication, and project management support to implement CHAI’s strategy for improving the diagnostics marketplace Develop strong relationships with private sector stakeholders and collaborators (diagnostic manufacturer) as well as public sector stakeholders (NTP, multilateral funding agencies, NGOs, governments) Coordinate the development and dissemination of information regarding key TB market developments to CHAI country teams and relevant external organizations Develop and maintain up-to-date expertise on TB manufacturing, regulatory and quality issues, pricing, treatment guidelines, and market intelligence Identify opportunities and lead new initiatives as the CHAI TB program expands

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications- Bachelor’s degree, plus 3-5 years relevant work experience Exceptional analytical (qualitative and quantitative) and communication (written and verbal) skills Entrepreneurial mindset, including ability to work independently, self-motivate, and propose and implement new initiatives High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint and Word Ability to think strategically, handle ambiguity, and problem solve in a fast-paced, limited-structure, multicultural environment Ability to be effective in high-pressure situations, handles multiple tasks simultaneously, and set priorities Ability to absorb and synthesize a broad range of information, especially clinical, scientific and technical manufacturing information Willingness to travel frequently and at short notice Preferred Qualifications- MBA or advanced degree in public health Prior work experience in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology or medical device industry – particularly in marketing or strategy Experience working in management consulting, investment banking, or similar fast-paced, output-oriented environments Experience living or working in developing countries

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