[Hiring] Epidemiologist, Oncology, Real World Evidence @IQVIA
Role Description Join IQVIA’s Sponsor-Dedicated FSP team and help advance healthcare through real-world evidence. In this role, you’ll work closely with one sponsor, gaining deep knowledge of their therapies while leveraging IQVIA’s global expertise. Overview:
- Design and conduct epidemiological studies to generate real-world evidence within time, budget, and quality standards.
- Focus areas include:
- Natural history of disease
- Population characterization
- Assessment of treatment patterns and unmet need
- Development of external comparators
- Benchmarking of clinical outcomes
- Comparative safety and effectiveness research
- Post-authorization studies
- Operate strategically under limited supervision with a deep understanding of current Epidemiology research methods.
Responsibilities:
- Develop study protocols, analysis plans, and study reports to answer research questions of priority to RWE.
- Design and manage epidemiological, biomarker and/or data science projects.
- Lead, plan, design, and conduct analyses for internal and external decision making.
- Identify fit-for-purpose data for the timely execution of the RWE strategy.
- Construct cohorts using RWD sources and evaluate key variables.
- Communicate observational research results and methods.
- Support effective communication of study/analysis results.
- Coauthor abstracts and manuscripts for external dissemination.
- Contribute to the development of processes and training for efficiency and quality.
Technical Expertise:
- Observational research methods (both Primary and Secondary).
- Deep knowledge of biostatistics and analysis methods.
- Understanding of regulatory processes.
- Ability to design studies independently.
Subject Matter Expertise:
- Conduct analyses for descriptive and comparative research using RWD.
- Lead design and execution of post-marketing and observational safety studies.
- Engage with regulatory authorities to provide scientific input and ensure compliance.
Qualifications
- PhD in Epidemiology with a minimum of 2 years of post-doctoral experience, preferably at a pharmaceutical company.
- Master’s degree in Epidemiology plus 5-7 years of experience in lieu of PhD may be acceptable.
- Oncology Specific: Expert knowledge and extensive experience with cancer epidemiology.
- Pharmaco Epidemiology Specific: Expert knowledge and extensive experience with pharmacoepi methods.
- Deep understanding of observational research methods.
- Extensive knowledge of secondary data sources and experience with secondary data analysis.
- A record of scientific publications demonstrating expertise in observational study design.
- Demonstrated ability to function with increasing autonomy and develop cross-functional collaborations.
- Ability to manage priorities and performance targets.
Benefits
- Be part of a forward-thinking team that helps shape the next generation of evidence-based healthcare.
- Work hand-in-hand with one leading sponsor, gaining deep expertise in their therapies.
- Access IQVIA’s global network that supports your growth.
- This is your chance to make an impact while building a career that matters.