Sr AD / Director, Epidemiology & RWE

Scorpion Therapeutics; United States; Remote; USD 170,000 - 269,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading biopharmaceutical company as a Senior Associate Director of Real-World Evidence and Epidemiology, where you will develop and implement strategies that bridge real-world data and clinical evidence. Your expertise will guide cross-functional teams in generating high-quality evidence, leading to better patient access and care. If you have a robust background in epidemiology and are ready for a strategic role, this opportunity offers competitive compensation and a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with a minimum of six years relevant experience; or Doctoral degree with three years.
• Experience in designing and overseeing epidemiology studies.
• Strong methods training in RWE and pharmacoepidemiology.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of RWE strategies for various products.
• Oversee epidemiological studies and communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Collaborate across functions to align on RWE goals.

Skills

Fluent English

Collaborative working style

Strong analytical skills

Effective communication

Education

Master´s degree in Epidemiology, HEOR, Medicine

Doctoral degree in Epidemiology, HEOR, Medicine

Tools

SAS

R

Analytics platforms

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Description

As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development, and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the company's success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people.

As a SR Associate Director, you will collaborate with other epidemiologists and cross-functional partners to develop and implement global epidemiology/RWE strategies for one or more products or disease areas. Collaborate with colleagues to design, execute and report on epidemiology studies in support of assigned products and indications. Provide epidemiology/RWE methods advice to colleagues from other functions/regions within BI. Communicate effectively about global RWE strategy and study results with various internal stakeholders.

Throughout the lifecycle of our assets, the U.S. Real-World Evidence and Epidemiology (RWE&EPI) Therapeutic Area (TA) lead provides subject matter expertise to the U.S. Clinical Development and Medical Affairs (CDMA) TA team, contributing to the strategic direction of evidence generation plans that leverage real-world data to meet multi-stakeholder needs in the U.S.

The Director RWE & EPI is responsible for leading the US integrated evidence generation process (IEGP) across assigned therapeutic area(s), including gap analysis driven by stakeholder insights and the development of tactics to address evidence and knowledge gaps across functions.

The Director RWE & EPI is responsible for ensuring that an RWE&EPI strategy is developed as part of the Medical Affairs plan/ICP, and that the plan is executed throughout the end-to-end life cycle of asset(s) within the respective TA. The objective of the RWE&EPI strategy is to drive medical engagements and generate evidence efficiently to enable access of treatments to patients at an early stage.

Through the incumbent’s expertise, they will influence strategic decisions at both a global and local level and assume a strategic scientific leadership position in US CDMA within the framework of RWE&EPI. The job holder is responsible for overseeing study projects (NIS, IIS, RWE studies) around responsibility as applicable.

Duties & Responsibilities

Sr AD Responsibilities

Collaborate cross-functionally to develop high quality global Real World Evidence strategies for assigned products and therapeutic areasCollaborate to design, execute, and oversee high- quality epidemiology/RWE studies, and ensure that results are effectively communicated to key internal and external audiencesReview and give technical input on RWE/epidemiology studies, as well as external publications, critical review assessments, and other documentsBuild collaborative relationships with other functions/ regions within the company, and begin to develop/ maintain an external network within the fieldCollaborate to develop timely, high-quality epidemiology/RWE sections of regulatory documents for agencies worldwide, including submissions, RMPs, breakthrough or orphan designations, etcParticipate in development of new processes, SOPs, trainings, and working documents relevant for the implementation of Epidemiology/RWE at BIProvide epidemiology/RWE methods consultation to cross- functional and cross-regional colleaguesCollaborate with team members to ensure fulfillment of regulatory requirements for GEpi-studies, e.g. registration, ethical board approval, and disclosure. Draft epidemiology sections of regulatory documents and communications for agencies worldwide

Director Responsibilites

RWE&EPI Oversight:

Provides RWE&EPI oversight to US Early Asset TA Teams and the US Launch TeamLeads content creation and training for CDMA TA teams, including onboarding, methods, TA-specific data, and internal processes

Asset Evidence Plan (AEP):

Provides strategic input on AEP to reflect US RWE&EPI needsCoordinates cross-functional development of US RWE&EPI strategyCooperates with global RWE&EPI organizationFocuses on market changes and external cooperation partnersNetworks within the regional RWE&EPI organization

US RWE&EPI Plan:

Develops and executes asset-specific US RWE&EPI plan as part of Medical Affairs plan/ICPEstablishes and updates timelines throughout the asset life cycleEnsures early data/evidence generation and cross-functional integrationProvides strategic input for RWE&EPI measures and data source utilization

Decision-Making and Action:

Tracks and analyzes asset-related activities in the US external environmentTransfers lessons learned to internal teams and ensures appropriate actionsIntegrates external insights into BI measuresLiaises with scientific institutions and participates in symposia and congressesIdentifies potential issues and data gaps, ensuring actions are takenDevelops interdisciplinary study concepts with therapeutic areas and global RWE&EPI functions

Team Participation:

Participates in team meetings to provide RWE&EPI expertiseTargets responses to asset topics through innovative study conceptsPlans and commissions utility research studies with cross-functional teamsNetworks and cooperates with HEOR and BDSCommunicates lessons learned externally and internally

Evidence Gap Analysis and Projects:

Leads US and global projects with US participationDesigns non-interventional/observational studies, ensuring feasibility and scientific accuracyMonitors project status and initiates necessary correctionsEnsures relevant documentation is available in internal and external systems

Requirements

Sr AD level Education Requirements:

Master´s degree (e.g. MBA, MSc) in Epidemiology, HEOR, Medicine or related field from an accredited institution, with a minimum of six (6) years of relevant pharmaceoepidemiology experience; OrDoctoral degree (e.g. PhD, MD) in Epidemiology, HEOR, Medicine or related field from an accredited institution, with a minimum of three (3) years of relevant pharmaceoepidemiology experienceTrained epidemiologist with strong methods training, and analytical background, overview-level knowledge of one or more global healthcare systemsExperience designing, implementing, and overseeing epidemiology/RWE studies using one or more different designsExperience developing and conducting epidemiology/RWE studiesExperience with secondary data analysis, including studies using healthcare claims and/or electronic Medical Record databasesAnalysis experience with one or more analytic tools (e.g. SAS, R, analytic platforms)Experience working in epidemiology or a related field within pharma, CRO´s, government, or academiaExperience participating on cross-functional teams Collaborative, proactive working styleExperience within the pharmaceutical industry or CRO, particularly within epidemiology, HEOR, or other related functions a plusAbility to collaborate to develop RWE strategy documents to address evidence needs for assigned productsStrong, practical knowledge of epidemiology/RWE methods, data sources, and analytic toolsFluent English skills, additional European or Asian language a plusAbility to work under pressure, with a strong performance orientation, ability prioritize across multiple projects, and effective collaboration in matrix structuresAbility to prioritize and work on multiple projects at a timeStrong written and oral communication skillsCross cultural competency

Director level Education Requirements:

Doctoral degree (e.g., PhD, MD) and/or Master’s degree (e.g., MBA, MSc) in Epidemiology, HEOR, Medicine or related field, with strong experience in pharma. A minimum of eight (8) years of HEOR, epidemiology or RWE experience. Strong conceptual, strategic, and analytical thinking. Efficient, results-oriented work style. Strong team and communication skills. High performance and results orientation. High level of initiative independently initiates pilot projects and takes the initiative. Ability to interpret study data, study reports & publications, as well as the ability to assess their relevance to therapy, or Placing patients’ care in a medical context. Solid internal and external overview of currently recognized methods and measures in the field of data generation and derived EPI&RWE, which exist for the successful development of an asset. Ability to think networked (e.g., analysis of networks or decision processes). Creative, curious and patient/customer and outcome oriented. Independent working with high self-motivation, agile working methods and assumption of responsibility (AAI) with the ability to permanently re-prioritize. Actively drive change in rapidly changing environments. Openness to new and future-oriented ideas & new media. Persuasion and presentation skills, negotiating skills. Very good knowledge of English (oral and written communication).

Compensation

This position offers a base salary typically between $170,000 and $269,000 for SR AD level and $220,000 and $350,000 for the Director level. The position may be eligible for a role specific variable or performance-based bonus and or other compensation elements. For an overview of our benefits please click here .

Our Company

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