Epidemiology Director

Job Overview

Work closely with global clients and other functional groups by providing scientific leadership for real-world studies across various designs and approaches, from early clinical development to post-approval. These include, but are not limited to, natural history of disease, external comparators, and comparative safety and effectiveness of drugs, biologics, and devices. Independently design complex, methodologically sound studies to meet project objectives and stakeholder requirements (e.g., regulatory, payers). Oversee study design, analysis, evaluation, and reporting. Provide senior epidemiology oversight as appropriate. Manage multiple pharmacoepidemiology studies of varying complexity, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery. Contribute to new business development to maintain and strengthen client relationships. Lead the development of best practices in epidemiology and observational research, along with other internal initiatives.

Essential Functions

• Ensure the scientific integrity of complex epidemiology / pharmacoepidemiology study designs, including drug safety and effectiveness studies using real-world data.
• Serve as project director or partnership lead on client-facing or internal projects.
• Lead specific research initiatives as needed.
• Author protocols, reports, and study documents, ensuring quality and completeness; oversee deliverable timelines.
• Review and input into statistical analysis plans and outputs.
• Provide epidemiology input for CRF / eCRF development, regulatory responses, and presentation materials.
• Generate scientific content for business development, early engagement, and workshops.
• Interact with clients, including attendance at bid defenses and presentations.
• Provide senior oversight and review of peers and junior staff on observational study methods, statistical methods, safety, and resource utilization.
• Identify issues related to clients, budgets, and internal processes, escalating as needed.
• Review and monitor budgets to ensure project scope and budget adherence.
• Contribute to process improvements and represent IQVIA externally through conferences.
• Lead or conduct statistical analyses as needed.
• Manage client engagement throughout the study lifecycle and follow-up post-delivery.
• Stay current on industry trends to anticipate new business challenges.
• Mentor and coach team members to develop expertise and deliver scientific solutions.
• Potentially serve as an external thought leader to establish industry best practices.

Qualifications

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