Patient Safety Epidemiology Associate Director

Vertex Pharmaceuticals; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-eligible

Annual bonus + equity awards

Job summary

Vertex Pharmaceuticals is seeking an Associate Director of Patient Safety Epidemiology to lead safety and regulatory epidemiology activities across its product portfolio. This role entails directing post-marketing research strategies, study design development, and communication of findings to internal teams and regulatory bodies.

Responsibilities include overseeing observational study designs, feasibility assessments, and inclusion of epidemiology in Risk Management Plans and regulatory filings.

Qualifications

• Specialized knowledge in pharmacoepidemiologic methods and regulatory epidemiology.
• Experience designing and implementing epidemiology studies for regulatory submissions.
• Strong communication of complex methods to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety risk management, signal detection, and post-marketing research strategies.
• Oversee design and implementation of regulatory post-marketing studies from planning to reporting.
• Collaborate with product teams and external stakeholders to communicate epidemiologic findings.

Skills

Epidemiology expertise

Pharmacovigilance

Observational studies design

Regulatory communication

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

PhD in Epidemiology

Job description

Job Description

General Summary: The Patient Safety Epidemiology Associate Director leads safety and regulatory epidemiology activities for Vertex products across multiple therapeutic areas and throughout all phases of lifecycle. This includes execution of post-marketing regulatory study research strategies, leading comprehensive epidemiologic feasibility assessments, development of epidemiologic study designs, overseeing study implementation, interpretation of findings and communication to internal and external audiences.

General Summary: The Patient Safety Epidemiology Associate Director leads safety and regulatory epidemiology activities for Vertex products across multiple therapeutic areas and throughout all phases of lifecycle. This includes execution of post-marketing regulatory study research strategies, leading comprehensive epidemiologic feasibility assessments, development of epidemiologic study designs, overseeing study implementation, interpretation of findings and communication to internal and external audiences.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Major contributor and driver to the company safety risk management, signal detection, benefit/risk assessments, and post-marketing regulatory research strategies
• Expected to research the epidemiology of specific disease areas and events of interest, lead evaluation of data sources and data collection approaches, apply subject matter expertise in the design of observational studies, develop epidemiology sections for regulatory documents, and lead the post-marketing regulatory research strategy implementation
• Effectively communicates safety and regulatory epidemiologic strategy to product teams
• Leads all stages of the design and implementation of regulatory post-marketing studies: from feasibility assessments, development of study designs and protocols, and execution of studies, to communication and dissemination of results to internal and external (e.g., Regulatory Agencies, scientific communities) stakeholders
• Contributes to company publications strategy via development of conference abstracts, presentations, peer-reviewed manuscripts based on the findings of epidemiological studies
• Leads the development of epidemiology sections for Risk Management Plans (EU RMP, REMS, etc.) and other regulatory filings (NDA, PSUR, etc.) for products throughout lifecycle
• Leads systematic and targeted epidemiologic literature reviews to support safety evaluation and / or post-marketing research strategies
• Supports signal detection analyses of safety reporting system databases (FAERS, Vigibase) or other sources (e.g. Sentinel)
• Leads study execution teams for post-marketing regulatory studies
• Actively participates at strategic meetings including Disease Area Safety Teams and Global Patient Safety staff meetings
• Collaborates cross-functionally to support company strategy for observational research, integrating innovative study methodologies
• May supervise interns and / or contractors

Knowledge And Skills

• Specialized knowledge in pharmacoepidemiologic methods, pharmacovigilance regulations, and specific therapeutic areas
• Specialized knowledge of study design methodology in general medicine and clinical practice, evidenced by experience in designing/implementation of epidemiology studies
• Strong knowledge in pharmacovigilance guidelines and regulations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including experience with scientific presentations and peer-reviewed publications, to translate epidemiologic research methods and results to diverse audiences
• Excellent independent decision-making skills
• Strong project management skills
• Proven ability to build strong collaborative relationships with stakeholders and business partners and to work effectively in a diverse matrix environment

Education And Experience

• PhD in epidemiology is required
• Typically requires 5 years of experience in pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry, CRO, or academic setting or the equivalent combination of education and experience

Pay Range

$0 - $0

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.

At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations. From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more.

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.

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