Epidemiology Forecasting, Associate Director

Vertex Pharmaceuticals; Boston (MA); Híbrido; USD 172.000 - 258.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Annual bonus

Equity awards

Remote-eligible

Descripción de la vacante

Vertex is seeking an Associate Director in Epidemiology within the HEOR Center of Excellence to lead globally rigorous estimates of disease incidence, prevalence, and population size for its pipeline programs. The role partners across commercial, medical, regulatory, and communications teams to inform development, planning, and external communications.

The position offers flexible work arrangements (in-person, hybrid, or remote) and reports to the Senior Director, Epidemiology Center of

Formación

• PhD/DrPH in Epidemiology or related discipline with at least 8 years of industry experience in biopharmaceutical or consulting, or MPH/ MSc with at least 10 years' experience.
• Directly relevant experience in developing disease population size estimates.
• Experience executing research to generate rigorous epidemiology estimates, including systematic literature reviews and primary observational studies.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced matrixed environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills with the ability to translate complex data.
• Demonstrated experience applying claims-based analytic methods in epidemiologic research using real-world data.
• Collaborative leader able to drive cross-functional alignment and manage timelines and budgets.
• Experience in rare diseases is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Lead systematic literature reviews and database studies to develop rigorous disease incidence, prevalence, and population size estimates.
• Generate quality global estimates of disease incidence, prevalence, and population size for disease areas under investigation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners in commercial, medical, regulatory, and other functions.
• Support internal processes and cross-functional teams to align strategic plans and investments across development stages.
• Develop innovative solutions to provide relevant epidemiologic information, especially where evidence is sparse.

Conocimientos

Epidemiology expertise

Disease population size estimates

Systematic literature reviews

Real-world data analysis

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Educación

PhD in Epidemiology

MPH/MSc in Epidemiology

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

Job Summary

Vertex is seeking a talented and motivated individual with the desire to be part of a highly innovative company aimed at transforming the lives of people with serious diseases, their families, and society. The Associate Director role is within HEOR's Epidemiology Center of Excellence (CoE), a specialized team that develops patient population forecasts used to inform commercial opportunity and forecasting, clinical trial planning, long-range planning, regulatory filings, and external communications.

In this role, the Associate Director will be responsible for supporting drug development programs in Vertex's pipeline through the execution of strategic plans to obtain scientifically rigorous global estimates of the incidence, prevalence, and population size for diseases being investigated for treatment. The Associate Director will serve as a strategic partner to colleagues throughout the organization, providing technical epidemiology expertise on projects. The role will report to the Senior Director, Epidemiology Center of Excellence.

The role has flexibility to be in-person, hybrid, or remote.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead systematic literature reviews and database/disease registry studies and contribute to primary observational studies to ensure the development of scientifically rigorous estimates of disease incidence, prevalence, and population size
• Generate quality global estimates of disease incidence, prevalence, and population size for disease areas being investigated for treatment with Vertex's product candidates
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners in commercial, business development, medical, clinical, regulatory, corporate communications, and other functions
• Support internal processes and participate in cross-functional teams to achieve alignment of strategic plans and recommended approach/level of investment at each stage of development to ensure quality epidemiology deliverables meet the needs of the organization
• Develop innovative solutions to ensure the organization has the relevant epidemiologic information, particularly where existing evidence is sparse

Qualifications

• PhD/DSc/DrPH in Epidemiology or related discipline with at least 8 years of industry experience in the biopharmaceutical or consulting environment or MPH/MSc with at least 10 years' experience
• Directly relevant experience in:
  • Developing disease population size estimates
  • Executing research to generate scientifically rigorous epidemiology estimates, including systematic literature reviews and primary observational studies
  • Supporting population sizing activities across research, business development, and long-range planning
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced matrixed environment and navigate multiple competing priorities
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills with a keen ability to translate complex data into digestible information
• Demonstrated experience applying claims-based analytic methods in epidemiologic research, including disease prevalence estimation, using real-world data sources
• Flexible, "outside the box" thinker who embodies a collaborative approach that embraces diverse perspectives
• Culturally sensitive collaborator able to effectively lead cross-functional teams to drive alignment with business and stakeholder needs while managing timelines and budgets
• Experience in rare diseases a plus

At Vertex, we embrace continuous learning and encourage employees to stay informed on advances in AI, technology, automation, and industry trends. We seek talent who bring an external perspective, demonstrate curiosity and sound judgment, and thoughtfully adopt new capabilities that improve decision-making, drive innovation, increase efficiency, and help deliver better outcomes for patients.

Pay Range

$172,000 - $258,000

Disclosure Statement

The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Flex Designation

Remote-Eligible

Flex Eligibility Status

• Remote: work remotely five days per week and come into the office on occasion - you're always welcome on-site; or select
• Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select
• On-Site: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.

Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex's Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.

Company Information

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.

Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.