Epidemiologist

IQVIA; Turku; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

IQVIA Turku office is seeking a senior epidemiologist to lead real-world evidence studies, spanning early development to post-approval, focusing on safety and effectiveness across drugs, biologics and devices. You will design studies, develop protocols and SAPs, and collaborate with global teams to ensure scientific quality, regulatory alignment, and client satisfaction.

Strong communication and project leadership are essential, with opportunities to support business development and publish

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD with relevant experience in epidemiology, pharmacoepidemiology, public health or related field.
• Experience: minimum 5 years (Master's) or 2+ years (PhD).
• Strong methodology in epidemiology and observational research.
• Ability to design and execute studies, write protocols and reports.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including client interactions.
• Ability to work in a global, matrixed environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and execution of epidemiology methods for RWE studies across safety and effectiveness.
• Provide scientific input to research initiatives and projects.
• Serve as project lead for smaller studies and assist larger client-facing projects.
• Develop study protocols, SAPs, and clinical study reports.
• Manage analysis deliverables and project timelines.
• Review analyses and provide input into statistical plans and outputs.
• Contribute to CRF/eCRF design and regulatory responses.
• Engage with clients to discuss study design, results, and progress.
• Identify and address project and budgetary challenges to deliver quality work.
• Support business development through proposals and scientific input.
• Represent IQVIA at scientific conferences and publications.

Skills

Epidemiology

Pharmacoepidemiology

Observational research

Real-world evidence

Regulatory & payer awareness

Science communication

Client-facing skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Data interpretation

Data quality & integrity

Study design & protocols

Statistical review & input

Education

Master's degree in Epidemiology or related field

PhD in Epidemiology or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Edge

Job description

Turku, Finland | Full time | Office-based | R1553653

In this role, one must collaborate with global clients and cross-functional teams to provide epidemiology expertise for real-world evidence (RWE) studies across the full spectrum of study designs and methodologies, spanning early clinical development through post-approval stages. Support research initiatives including, but not limited to, natural history of disease studies, external comparator studies, and comparative safety and effectiveness evaluations of drugs, biologics, and medical devices under the guidance of senior staff. Design scientifically rigorous and methodologically sound studies that align with project objectives and stakeholder requirements, including regulatory and payer expectations. Contribute to data collection strategy through input on eCRF design, feasibility assessments, and data landscape evaluations. Conduct and review analyses, interpret study findings, and support the preparation of study reports and other deliverables. Responsibilities may range from providing feasibility insights to developing study protocols and clinical study reports, while ensuring data quality, scientific integrity, and operational excellence throughout all phases of real-world studies. May also contribute to business development activities to support client retention and growth opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, implementation, and execution of epidemiology and pharmacoepidemiology methodologies for real-world evidence (RWE) studies, including drug safety, comparative effectiveness, observational, and low-intervention research utilizing real-world data sources.

• Provide scientific and methodological expertise to support research initiatives and strategic projects in collaboration with senior team members.

• Serve as the project lead for smaller studies and work closely with senior project leaders on larger client-facing and internal projects.

• Develop and author study protocols, statistical analysis plans, clinical study reports, and other research documentation, ensuring high standards of scientific quality, accuracy, and completeness.

• Manage analysis and reporting deliverables, maintaining project timelines and identifying risks or issues requiring escalation when appropriate.

• Review study analyses and provide epidemiological input into statistical analysis plans, analytical outputs, and interpretation of study findings.

• Contribute epidemiological expertise to case report form (CRF/eCRF) design, form review, feasibility assessments, regulatory responses, presentation materials, and other ad hoc project activities.

• Engage directly with clients to discuss study design, methodology, results, and project progress, with senior oversight as needed.

• Identify and proactively address project, client, budgetary, and operational challenges to support successful project delivery.

• Ensure efficient use of project resources and work within approved budgets while maintaining quality standards.

• Drive continuous process improvement initiatives and contribute to the development and implementation of best practices across epidemiology and observational research teams.

• Support business development efforts through proposal development, scientific input, and content creation for new opportunities.

• Represent the organization externally through scientific conferences, professional meetings, publications, and presentations.

• Oversee or conduct statistical analyses, as required, to support study objectives and deliverables.

• Contribute to internal strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing scientific excellence, methodological innovation, and operational effectiveness.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience

• Master's degree in Epidemiology, Pharmacoepidemiology, Public Health (with a concentration in Epidemiology), Pharmacy (with a concentration in Epidemiology), or a related scientific discipline, with a minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience; or

• PhD in Epidemiology, Pharmacoepidemiology, Public Health, Pharmacy, or a related field with at least 2 years of relevant experience.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong methodological foundation in epidemiology, pharmacoepidemiology, observational health research, and real-world evidence generation.

• Demonstrated ability to design, plan, and execute observational studies evaluating comparative safety and effectiveness outcomes.

• Experience developing study protocols, analysis plans, study reports, and other scientific and regulatory documentation.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences.

• Strong client-facing skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective relationships in a global, matrixed environment.

• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

• Proven ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary and international teams.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Edge.

• Ability to interpret and review outputs generated from statistical programming tools such as SAS, R, or equivalent analytical software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience presenting research findings at scientific conferences and contributing to peer-reviewed publications.

• Experience supporting business development activities, proposal preparation, and client engagement initiatives.

• Knowledge of regulatory expectations and industry best practices related to real-world evidence, observational research, and pharmacoepidemiology.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights, and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com.

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Where you'll work

Office-based

You’ll work primarily from one of our office locations, collaborating closely with colleagues in a dynamic, team-oriented environment. This setting offers access to on-site resources, real-time interaction and opportunities to build strong relationships through in-person work.

Culture

Culture at IQVIA is built on a shared belief: that when people are empowered with better data, smarter technology and deeper expertise, they can change what’s possible for patients. Across every team and every corner of the globe, you’ll find colleagues who genuinely care — about the mission and about each other. That’s what makes this a place where people tend to stay, grow and do the best work of their careers.