Epidemiologist, Inflammation, Real World Evidence (FSP Sponsor Dedicated)

IQVIA; New York (NY); Remote; USD 109,000 - 273,000; Full time

Job summary

IQVIA is seeking an Epidemiologist to support a sponsor-dedicated inflammation program. You will independently execute real-world evidence studies using epidemiologic methods, helping to characterize disease landscapes and feasibility in Phases 1–3.

Work closely with one sponsor, gaining deep therapy knowledge while leveraging IQVIA's global expertise. The role emphasizes high-quality protocols and deliverables within a remote/home-based setting.

Qualifications

• PhD in Epidemiology is required.
• Experience applying epidemiology and real-world evidence to Phases 1–3.
• Prior pharmaceutical industry experience is required.
• Knowledge of regulatory-grade real-world evidence expectations and rigorous observational research methods.
• Experience in inflammation or a closely related therapeutic area.
• Experience conducting natural history, disease landscape, and study feasibility work using real-world data.
• Experience developing study protocols, clinical study reports, and related epidemiology deliverables.
• Proven ability to work independently, take ownership of assigned work, and execute with limited supervision.
• Strong scientific writing, analytical, project management, and stakeholder communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Independently execute epidemiology and real-world evidence activities supporting inflammation programs in early clinical development, including Phases 1-3.
• Use real-world data and epidemiologic methods to describe the natural history of disease and characterize inflammation disease landscapes.
• Conduct feasibility assessments to evaluate questions, data, populations, endpoints, and study approaches.
• Develop and contribute to study protocols, analysis plans, study reports, and other epidemiology deliverables.
• Support regulatory-grade real-world evidence studies with sound methods and documentation.
• Perform hands-on study execution, translating objectives into clear, timely deliverables.
• Interpret findings and communicate methods, assumptions, and results to sponsor stakeholders.
• Manage assigned work proactively and resolve issues with limited supervision.
• Collaborate with sponsor teams across functions and time zones.

Skills

Epidemiology methods

Real-world data analysis

Scientific writing

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Independent researcher

Education

PhD in Epidemiology

Job description

Location: United States, home-based; West Coast location preferred Join IQVIA's Sponsor-Dedicated FSP team and help advance healthcare through real-world evidence. We bring together scientific expertise and real-world data to help sponsors make decisions and accelerate evidence generation to improve patient outcomes. In this role, you'll work closely with one sponsor, gaining deep knowledge of its therapies while leveraging IQVIA's global expertise.

Overview

As an Epidemiologist supporting a sponsor-dedicated inflammation program, you will independently execute real-world evidence work that supports early clinical development. You will use epidemiologic methods and real-world data to characterize the natural history of disease, assess disease landscapes, evaluate study feasibility, and contribute to Phase 1-3 development programs. This is a hands-on execution role focused on producing high-quality protocols, clinical study reports, and related scientific deliverables while operating with a high degree of independence.

Responsibilities

• Independently execute epidemiology and real-world evidence activities supporting inflammation programs in early clinical development, including Phases 1-3.
• Use real-world data and epidemiologic methods to describe the natural history of disease and characterize inflammation disease landscapes.
• Conduct feasibility assessments to evaluate research questions, available data, study populations, endpoints, and potential study approaches.
• Develop and contribute to study protocols, analysis plans, study reports, clinical study reports, and other scientific deliverables.
• Support regulatory-grade real-world evidence studies, applying sound epidemiologic methods and appropriate documentation standards.
• Perform hands-on study execution, including translating assigned research objectives into clear, accurate, and timely deliverables.
• Interpret study findings and communicate methods, assumptions, limitations, and results clearly to sponsor stakeholders and cross-functional partners.
• Manage assigned work proactively and resolve execution issues with limited supervision or day-to-day direction.
• Work effectively within a sponsor-dedicated model, collaborating with sponsor teams across functions and time zones.

Requirements

• PhD in Epidemiology is required.
• Demonstrated experience applying epidemiology and real-world evidence to Phase 1-3 clinical development programs.
• Prior pharmaceutical industry experience is required.
• Knowledge of regulatory-grade real-world evidence expectations and rigorous observational research methods.
• Demonstrated epidemiology experience in inflammation or a closely related therapeutic area.
• Experience conducting natural history, disease landscape, and study feasibility work using real-world data.
• Experience developing study protocols, clinical study reports, and related epidemiology deliverables.
• Proven ability to work independently, take ownership of assigned work, and execute with limited supervision.
• Strong scientific writing, analytical, project management, and stakeholder communication skills.

What's in it for you?

Be part of a forward-thinking team that helps shape the next generation of evidence-based healthcare. Work hand-in-hand with one leading sponsor, gaining deep expertise in its therapies and development programs. Access IQVIA's global network and scientific community to support your continued growth. This is your chance to make an impact while building a career that matters.

Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com IQVIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law. https://jobs.iqvia.com/eoe IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.

The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $109,200.00 - $273,000.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create connections that accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments. Everything we do is part of a journey to improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. To get there, we seek out diverse talent with curious minds and a relentless commitment to innovation and impact. No matter your role, everyone at IQVIA contributes to our shared goal of helping customers improve the lives of patients everywhere.

Thank you for your interest in growing your career with us.