Director: Oncology Epidemiology & Real-World Evidence

Ipsen Group; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 177,000 - 259,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company contributions

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, Inc. in Cambridge, MA, seeks a Director of Epidemiology and Real-World Evidence Sciences to steer global evidence plans across oncology assets. Lead RWE studies and collaborate with Medical Affairs, Regulatory, and HEOR to support regulatory and payer decisions.

The candidate will oversee study design, vendor partnerships, and advanced analytic methods, ensuring rigorous, compliant evidence generation for lifecycle management.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Epidemiology, Public Health, Health Outcomes Research or related field required.
• 8–10 years biotech/pharma epidemiology or RWE experience with strong methodological skills.
• Fluent in English; ability to lead cross-functional initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead integrated evidence plans (IEGPs) for oncology assets.
• Oversee pharmaco-epidemiology and RWE studies (registries, retrospective/prospective studies).
• Provide epidemiology leadership across Regulatory, Medical Affairs, and HEOR.
• Mentor and develop RWE team capabilities and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Epidemiology

RWE

Biostatistics

Data analysis

Study design

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Advanced degree in Epidemiology or Public Health

PhD or MD/MPH preferred

Tools

SAS

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Job description

Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, Inc. in Cambridge, MA, seeks a Director of Epidemiology and Real-World Evidence Sciences to steer global evidence plans across oncology assets. Lead RWE studies and collaborate with Medical Affairs, Regulatory, and HEOR to support regulatory and payer decisions.

The candidate will oversee study design, vendor partnerships, and advanced analytic methods, ensuring rigorous, compliant evidence generation for lifecycle management.