Director, Epidemiology

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Director, Epidemiology in United States.

This role is a key scientific leadership position focused on generating high-quality epidemiologic and real-world evidence to support oncology drug development and lifecycle strategy. You will play a central role in shaping epidemiology plans across clinical development, safety, regulatory, and medical affairs, ensuring that robust population-level insights inform decision-making at every stage. Working in a highly matrixed, cross-functional environment, you will collaborate closely with global patient safety and development teams to contextualize safety signals and strengthen benefit-risk assessments. The role involves leading the design and execution of complex epidemiology studies, including natural history research, comparative effectiveness analyses, and post-approval safety evaluations. You will also contribute to scientific dissemination through publications, abstracts, and regulatory-facing documentation. This is a high-impact opportunity to directly influence oncology innovation and improve outcomes for patients with serious diseases.

You will be responsible for leading the execution of epidemiology strategy across assigned assets, ensuring the delivery of high-quality scientific evidence that supports clinical, regulatory, and commercial objectives. You will drive study design, evidence generation, and cross-functional integration of epidemiologic insights.

• Lead execution of epidemiology strategy and study plans across assigned products and indications
• Design and oversee epidemiology deliverables including natural history studies, SLRs, comparative effectiveness, and safety studies
• Provide epidemiology input into clinical development, regulatory submissions, medical affairs, and commercial strategies
• Collaborate with Global Patient Safety to assess and contextualize potential safety signals and benefit-risk profiles
• Author and oversee protocols, statistical analysis plans, study reports, abstracts, posters, and manuscripts
• Evaluate and synthesize epidemiology and real-world evidence literature and regulatory guidance
• Ensure epidemiologic rigor is incorporated into clinical trial design, SAPs, and regulatory documents
• Manage or oversee external vendors, contractors, and cross-functional contributors to ensure high-quality execution
• Contribute to scientific dissemination through publications and conference presentations

Requirements:

This role requires deep expertise in epidemiology or pharmacoepidemiology, combined with extensive experience in oncology drug development within a pharmaceutical or biotech environment. The ideal candidate brings strong scientific rigor, analytical capability, and the ability to influence across matrixed teams.

• PhD, DrPH, DSc, or equivalent advanced degree in epidemiology or related discipline
• 10+ years of industry experience in epidemiology, preferably within a pharmaceutical or biotech sponsor organization
• Strong expertise in pharmacoepidemiologic methods and real-world oncology data sources
• Solid understanding of biostatistical methods and observational study design
• Experience contributing to clinical development, safety, regulatory, or medical affairs programs
• Strong scientific writing skills, including publications, abstracts, and regulatory documentation
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with ability to work in matrix teams
• High attention to detail, scientific rigor, and quality standards

Benefits:

• Competitive base salary ranging from $211,000 to $264,000 USD
• Equity-based compensation and long-term incentive opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Retirement savings plan and financial wellbeing support
• Generous paid time off and parental leave policies
• Strong focus on learning, development, and career growth opportunities
• Exposure to cutting-edge oncology research and global epidemiology programs
• Inclusive, equal opportunity workplace environment