Director Epidemiology
Director Epidemiology
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Job Description
When we put unexpected teams in the same room we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire lifechanging medicines. Inperson working gives us the platform to connect work at pace and challenge perceptions. Thats why we work on average a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesnt mean were not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.
Introduction to role
In this senior strategic and scientific leadership role the Director Epidemiology provides global direction and expertise for epidemiology support for the Neurology therapeutic area requiring minimum supervision. The Director Epidemiology is responsible for crafting and driving brand new efficient and impactful epidemiology deliverables covering their designated indications. The Director ensures the appropriate epidemiological perspective is provided in support of strategic needs and integrated into Alexions corporate plans. This role demands efficiency quality accuracy and timeliness in all deliverables aligning with current advancements in epidemiology/pharmacoepidemiology methodology. The Director will develop a strategic plan for their assigned indications within the Neurology therapeutic area that aligns with corporate needs and navigate policies to ensure its . The Director coordinates epidemiology deliverables and study results for assigned indications.
Accountabilities
- Accountable for developing a plan for Epidemiology deliverables (e.g. systematic literature reviews database studies analysis within primary observational studies/disease registries) within assigned indications within the Neurology therapeutic area to support company objectives.
- Responsible for completing deliverables in accordance with the plan either personally or through oversight of other Epidemiologists or vendors/contractors.
- Accountable for providing epidemiology support to Clinical Development Patient Safety Medical Affairs and Commercial activities across the product life cycle. Active participation on crossfunctional Neurology therapeutic area teams. Lead subteam meetings as appropriate.
- Accountable for ensuring epidemiology perspective into company materials e.g. study protocols case report forms (CRFs) and regulatory documents within assigned indications within the Neurology therapeutic area.
- Interact with authors referees and inhouse reviewers on scientific manuscripts clinical conference abstracts presentations and posters based on observational study data within the Neurology therapeutic area.
- Represent the Epidemiology department during interactions with key external collaborators including Scientific Advisory Boards and regulatory authorities.
- Critical appraisal and synthesis of relevant epidemiological literature.
- Maintain awareness of epidemiology with respect to regulatory requirements payer trends and advancement of pharmacoepidemiology methods.
- Represent the Epidemiology Department and participate in corporate crossfunctional business/process improvement initiatives.
- Actively participate in the development and maintenance of Epidemiology department Standard Operating Procedures/Process Guides.
- Travel may be required (up to 10.
Essential Skills/Experience
- At least 3 years of industry experience in the pharmaceutical industry biotechnology or consulting environment for Doctorallevel candidates or 6 years of industry experience for Masterslevel candidates
- PhD / DSc / DrPH in Epidemiology with 3 years of industry experience OR MPH / MSc in Epidemiology with 6 years of industry experience
Desirable Skills/Experience
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Knowledge of drug and clinical development process
- Excellent attention to detail and quality and scientific rigor
- Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams
- High degrees of selfmotivation and organization
- Comfort in a fast paced environment with frequent changes in scope or direction of projects
- Thorough and uptodate technical knowledge of epidemiology and relevant biostatistics methods
- Experience and familiarity using SAS or other statistical software packages
- Evidence of productivity in epidemiological research as demonstrated by successful design and publication of epidemiological research including through extensive collaboration with external investigators
- 2 years of line management or supervisory experience or equivalent
- Record of highquality publications in peerreviewed journals
At Alexion you will find a collaborative culture that encourages innovation and a diverse environment where your contributions are valued. You will have the opportunity to be at the forefront of rare disease research and make a meaningful difference in patients lives.
Ready to lead and inspire Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career at Alexion AstraZeneca Rare Disease.
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Date Posted
03Apr2025Closing Date
16Apr2025Alexion is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where every single person can belong because of their uniqueness. The Company will not make decisions about employment training compensation promotion and other terms and conditions of employment based on race color religion creed or lackthereof sex sexualorientation age ancestry national origin ethnicity citizenship status marital statuspregnancy (including childbirth breastfeeding or related medical conditions) parental status (including adoption or surrogacy) military status protected veteran status disability medical condition gender identity or expression genetic information mental illness or other characteristics protected by law. Alexion provides reasonable accommodations to meet the needs of candidates and employees. To begin aninteractive dialogue with Alexion regarding an accommodation please contact . Alexion participates in EVerify.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
