Director, Global Epidemiology Forecasting

Vertex Pharmaceuticals LLC; Boston, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 192,000 - 288,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertex Pharmaceuticals LLC is seeking a Director of Epidemiology Forecasting in Boston to oversee strategic plans for estimating disease incidence, prevalence, and population size globally. You will ensure scientifically rigorous estimates across development stages and partner with clinical, regulatory, and commercial teams to inform planning and communications.

The role demands a PhD/DrPH in Epidemiology with extensive industry experience, exceptional written and oral communication, and a

Qualifications

• PhD/DrPH in Epidemiology with 10+ years in biopharma/consulting.
• Experience developing disease population size estimates and systematic reviews.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and translate data to insights.

Responsibilities

• Lead literature reviews and observational studies to produce rigorous disease estimates.
• Generate global incidence, prevalence, and population size estimates for disease areas.
• Collaborate with commercial, medical, regulatory, and other functions.
• Support cross-functional planning and align on investment at each development stage.
• Develop innovative epidemiologic solutions when evidence is sparse.

Skills

Epidemiology leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Scientific writing

Oral communication

Data interpretation

Stakeholder management

Strategic planning

Education

PhD/DrPH in Epidemiology

MPH/MSc with 12+ years' experience

Job description

Vertex Pharmaceuticals LLC is seeking a Director of Epidemiology Forecasting in Boston to oversee strategic plans for estimating disease incidence, prevalence, and population size globally. You will ensure scientifically rigorous estimates across development stages and partner with clinical, regulatory, and commercial teams to inform planning and communications.

The role demands a PhD/DrPH in Epidemiology with extensive industry experience, exceptional written and oral communication, and a