Lead Epidemiologist

Novo Nordisk; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Lead Epidemiologist role at Novo Nordisk Global Business Services (GBS) in Bengaluru. You will independently lead epidemiological investigations, guide study design, and apply data science to real-world data sources including EHRs and registries.

Strong collaboration with internal teams and external partners is required. You will mentor junior epidemiologists, ensure GPP adherence, and convey complex findings to scientific and non-scientific stakeholders.

Qualifications

• MPH, MSc or PhD (or equivalent)
• Expert knowledge of epidemiology and GPP (Good Pharmacoepidemiology Practices)
• 8+ years of experience in pharma/biomedical fields with epidemiological projects
• Extensive experience with Real-World Data, patient registries, or external databases
• Proficiency in statistical programming (R) and cross‑functional collaboration

Responsibilities

• Lead epidemiological investigations and studies across projects
• Provide guidance on study design and evidence generation
• Translate questions into data requirements and assess data quality and feasibility
• Identify secondary data sources and data partners, ensuring data fit for purpose
• Apply GPP and SOPs, review statistical analysis plans and support reporting/publications
• Collaborate with CROs, academia, and data providers; communicate findings clearly
• Mentor junior epidemiologists and contribute to methodological standards

Skills

Epidemiology

GxP Knowledge

Real-World Data

Statistical Programming (R)

Education

MPH/MSc/PhD

Tools

R

Job description

Department: Operation GBS - Medical Affairs Operations
Company: Novo Nordisk Global Business Services (GBS)

Do you bring deep epidemiological expertise, enjoy working with complex real-world data, and thrive in a global, cross-functional environment? If you are excited about leading epidemiological studies, strengthening scientific methods, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, you may be the Lead Epidemiologist we are looking for.

About the department:

Operations GBS is at the heart of Novo Nordisk's executional excellence and efficiency. Based in Bangalore, our department focuses on a wide range of operations-related activities, including marketed brands execution, medical affairs operations, omnichannel operations, commercial analytics, operational communications, customer fulfilment within the commercial supply chain, and sustainability. With a dynamic and collaborative atmosphere, we are committed to driving innovation and delivering exceptional results that make a difference in the lives of patients worldwide.

The position

As a Lead Epidemiologist, you will play a key role in developing and applying epidemiological knowledge and methods to support Novo Nordisk's project and product portfolio. You will independently lead epidemiological investigations and studies, provide expert guidance on study design and evidence generation, and take ownership of the epidemiological aspects of projects.

You will also apply data science competencies to strengthen study design, data exploration, analytical workflows, and the interpretation of complex real-world data. The role provides opportunities to work with secondary data sources including electronic health records, claims, registries, digital health, and other e-health data.

Your key responsibilities will include

• Lead the epidemiological aspects of projects and independently drive epidemiological investigations and studies.
• Provide scientific guidance on the design and conduct of epidemiological and outcomes research studies.
• Translate epidemiological questions into fit-for-purpose data requirements and assess data structure, provenance, completeness, missingness, longitudinal coverage, and analytical feasibility.
• Identify and evaluate relevant secondary data sources and e-health data partners, considering data quality, completeness, linkage potential, and fitness for purpose.
• Ensure appropriate application and documentation of epidemiological methods and relevant quality standards, including Good Pharmacoepidemiology Practices (GPP) and applicable SOPs.
• Provide and/or review statistical analysis plans and support high-quality reporting and publication of study results.
• Address regulatory and external stakeholder requests relating to epidemiological studies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners, including CROs, academia, data providers, scientific communities, investigators, and relevant authorities.
• Mentor and coach less experienced epidemiologists and contribute to knowledge sharing and the development of epidemiological standards and practices.
• Communicate complex epidemiological concepts and study findings clearly to both scientific and non-scientific stakeholders.

Qualifications

To succeed in this role, we are looking for someone with:

• An MPH, MSc, PhD, or equivalent qualification.
• Expert knowledge of epidemiology and knowledge of GxP, including Good Pharmacoepidemiology Practices.
• Minimum 8+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical, medical, or biological field working with epidemiological projects.
• Extensive experience working with and analysing Real-World Data, patient registries, and/or external databases.
• Experience with statistical programming in R or equivalent.
• Strong experience collaborating across professional and international boundaries.
• Demonstrated experience in project management, scientific communication, and presentations.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking capabilities with a quality-focused approach.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and deliver within time-lines.
• Excellent written and spoken English.

Working at Novo Nordisk

Novo Nordisk is a leading global healthcare company with a 100-year legacy of driving change to defeat serious chronic diseases. Building on our strong legacy within diabetes, we are growing massively and expanding our commitment, reaching millions around the world, and impacting more than 40 million patient lives daily. All of this has made us one of the 20 most valuable companies in the world by market cap. Our success relies on the joint potential and collaboration of our more than 63,000 employees around the world. We recognize the importance of the unique skills and perspectives our people bring to the table, and we work continuously to bring out the best in them. Working at Novo Nordisk, we're working toward something bigger than ourselves, and it's a collective effort. Join us! Together, we go further. Together, we're life changing.

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