Real World Evidence Associate Director

Scorpion Therapeutics; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Scorpion Therapeutics in Boston, MA seeks a lead epidemiologist to head real-world evidence efforts, supporting disease natural history, clinical endpoint development, and data sourcing strategies for early development programs.

The role involves independently designing observational studies, evaluating registries, developing protocols, and representing RWE in cross-functional and external collaborations, with regulatory and stakeholder engagement responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Expertise in real-world evidence (RWE) regulatory guidance and framework.
• Proven ability to design and execute observational studies in life sciences.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Independently execute observational studies and evaluate registry/data sources.
• Develop study protocols aligned with program goals and timelines.
• Represent RWE in cross-functional teams and external collaborations.
• Contribute to evidence generation planning and performance metrics.
• Support regulatory and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Prepare publications and communicate findings clearly to diverse audiences.

Skills

RWE regulatory guidance

Observational study design

Observational study execution

Communication

Collaboration

Education

PhD (preferred) or MS/MPH in epidemiology/biostatistics/health outcomes

Job description

Role

Lead epidemiological and real-world evidence (RWE) research within the RWE team, supporting disease natural history, clinical endpoint development, and data sourcing strategies for early development indications.

Responsibilities

independently execute observational studies, evaluate registry and data sources, develop study protocols, align research tactics with program goals, and represent RWE in cross-functional teams and external collaborations. Contribute to evidence generation planning, performance metrics, and publications, while supporting regulatory and stakeholder engagement.

Requirements

PhD (preferred) or MS/MPH in epidemiology, biostatistics, or health outcomes; minimum 5 years in observational research within life sciences and 3 years specifically in RWE/epidemiology at a biopharmaceutical company.

Skills

expertise in RWE regulatory guidance, observational study design and execution, strong communication, and collaboration skills.

High-Value

focus on disease natural history, early clinical development, observational research, data sourcing, and external stakeholder engagement.

WorkSetup

hybrid or on-site options, with flexible work arrangements.