Lead Epidemiologist

Novo Nordisk India Pvt Ltd; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Novo Nordisk Global Business Services (GBS) in Bengaluru seeks a Lead Epidemiologist to lead epidemiological investigations and provide expert guidance on study design across our product portfolio. You will apply advanced methods to real‑world data, manage projects, and collaborate with internal teams and external partners to generate robust evidence that informs strategic decisions and patient outcomes.

You will also mentor junior epidemiologists, ensure GPP/GxP compliance, and communicate

Qualifications

• MPH/MSc/PhD or equivalent required.
• Deep epidemiology knowledge with GxP/GPP familiarity.
• 8+ years in pharma/biomedical epidemiology with real-world data experience.
• Proficient in analyzing Real‑World Data, registries, and external datasets.
• Strong statistical programming and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead epidemiological investigations and studies.
• Provide guidance on study design and evidence generation.
• Translate questions into data requirements and assess data quality and feasibility.
• Evaluate secondary data sources and data partners for quality and fitness for purpose.
• Ensure application of epidemiological methods and quality standards (GPP, SOPs).
• Support preparation of statistical analysis plans and publication of results.
• Collaborate with CROs, academia, and external partners; address regulatory requests.
• Mentor junior epidemiologists and share knowledge.
• Communicate complex findings clearly to scientific and non-scientific stakeholders.

Skills

Epidemiology expertise

GxP knowledge

Real-World Data analysis

Project management

Scientific communication

English proficiency

Cross-functional collaboration

Time management

Education

MPH/MSc/PhD or equivalent

Tools

R

Job description

Lead Epidemiologist

Department: Operation GBS - Medical Affairs OperationsCompany: 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

• 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

• 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 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.

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

Experience Level Senior Level