Associate Director, Epidemiology
- Employer
- Gilead Sciences, Inc.
- Location
- Foster City
- Salary
- See job description.
- Closing date
- Dec 19, 2020
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- Discipline
- Health Sciences, Public Health
- Position Type
- Full Time
- Job Type
- President/CEO/Director/VP
- Organization Type
- Pharma
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Associate Director, Epidemiology
United States - California - Foster City
Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a research-based bio-pharmaceutical company that discovers, develops and commercializes innovative medicines in areas of unmet medical need. With each new discovery and investigational drug candidate, we seek to improve the care of patients living with life-threatening diseases around the world. Gileads therapeutic areas of focus include HIV/AIDS, liver diseases, cancer and inflammation, and serious respiratory and cardiovascular conditions.
Making an impact on a global scale
Inclusion is one of the companys five core values. Thats because we know that we are stronger and more innovative at Gilead when we are informed by a diverse set of backgrounds, experiences and points of view. Gilead Sciences is a biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops and commercializes innovative therapeutics in areas of unmet medical need. The company's mission is to advance the care of patients suffering from life-threatening diseases worldwide.
When you join Gilead, you join our mission to change the world by enabling people to live healthier and more fulfilling lives. Come join a mission-driven bio-pharmaceutical organization that values inclusion and diversity, has a strong portfolio of products, and is constantly #CreatingPossible
Associate Director, PVE - Epidemiology
Job Description Summary
The Associate Director, Epidemiology will contribute to the design and execution of observational studies. The person will be actively involved in the planning and preparation of protocols, analyses and interpretation of data, study reports, regulatory documents/submissions, conference abstracts and/or presentations, and manuscripts.
The successful candidate will also demonstrate knowledge of statistical programming principles, analysis methods and data resources, and their appropriate use.
Specific Education & Experience Requirements:
PhD in epidemiology or related field, or an MD/PharmD + MPH/MS in epidemiology or a related field, with 3+ years relevant experience in a pharmaceutical company, contract research organization, or academic institution
MPH/MS in epidemiology or a related field, with 5+ years of relevant experience
Pharmaceutical industry and/or CRO experience is preferred
Experience in conducting observational studies and data analyses using real-world healthcare databases (e.g., non-interventional studies, electronic medical records, administrative healthcare claims, disease registries, national surveys, etc.) is strongly recommended
Key Responsibilities:
Independently, or with minimal oversight, design, direct, and execute observational studies, including pharmacoepidemiology studies and non-interventional studies
Oversee and/or actively contribute to the completion of all analytical/validation activities for studies/projects, in collaboration with programmers
Develop and/or review Statistical Analysis Plans
Anticipate obstacles and difficulties that may arise and resolves them in a collaborative manner
Independently represent Epidemiology to individuals outside the organization and serve as a cross-functional resource
Support and/or lead other Epidemiology activities, including interaction with CROs, to accomplish business objectives
Provide epidemiologic input into Pharmacovigilance Plans
Participate in special projects based on extensive knowledge base, experience and competency
Contribute to and lead internal and external educational initiatives
Contribute to and lead interpretation of analysis results and preparation of study reports, conference abstracts and presentations, and manuscripts
Maintain and apply knowledge of epidemiologic principles, analysis methods, and data resources
Contribute to preparation and review of safety documents in response to regulatory authorities
Identify, assess, and integrate/implement new data resources, methods, technology and analytic tools
Actively contribute to identification and assessment of safety signals and trends using active surveillance methods
Oversee and/or actively contribute to analysis/validation projects utilizing industry-standard analytic tools
Comply with all regulatory requirements and maintain confidentiality
Participate in and may lead intra-departmental and inter-departmental cross-functional project teams
Participate in process improvement initiatives, including SOP/WRK updates and audits
Mentor junior departmental staff to ensure competence in epidemiologic skills and knowledge
Knowledge and Skills
Demonstrate excellent attention to detail, teamwork and initiative, with flexibility to adapt to the needs of the organization; maintain meticulous attention to project deadlines
Possess excellent verbal, written communication and interpersonal skills
Demonstrates ability to be solely responsible for all scientific aspects of an observational study
Demonstrates ability to guide the study management team through complex decisions beyond study design
Associate Director, PVE - Epidemiology
Job Description Summary
The Associate Director, Epidemiology will contribute to the design and execution of observational studies. The person will be actively involved in the planning and preparation of protocols, analyses and interpretation of data, study reports, regulatory documents/submissions, conference abstracts and/or presentations, and manuscripts.
The successful candidate will also demonstrate knowledge of statistical programming principles, analysis methods and data resources, and their appropriate use.
Specific Education & Experience Requirements:
PhD in epidemiology or related field, or an MD/PharmD + MPH/MS in epidemiology or a related field, with 3+ years relevant experience in a pharmaceutical company, contract research organization, or academic institution
MPH/MS in epidemiology or a related field, with 5+ years of relevant experience
Pharmaceutical industry and/or CRO experience is preferred
Experience in conducting observational studies and data analyses using real-world healthcare databases (e.g., non-interventional studies, electronic medical records, administrative healthcare claims, disease registries, national surveys, etc.) is strongly recommended
Key Responsibilities:
Independently, or with minimal oversight, design, direct, and execute observational studies, including pharmacoepidemiology studies and non-interventional studies
Oversee and/or actively contribute to the completion of all analytical/validation activities for studies/projects, in collaboration with programmers
Develop and/or review Statistical Analysis Plans
Anticipate obstacles and difficulties that may arise and resolves them in a collaborative manner
Independently represent Epidemiology to individuals outside the organization and serve as a cross-functional resource
Support and/or lead other Epidemiology activities, including interaction with CROs, to accomplish business objectives
Provide epidemiologic input into Pharmacovigilance Plans
Participate in special projects based on extensive knowledge base, experience and competency
Contribute to and lead internal and external educational initiatives
Contribute to and lead interpretation of analysis results and preparation of study reports, conference abstracts and presentations, and manuscripts
Maintain and apply knowledge of epidemiologic principles, analysis methods, and data resources
Contribute to preparation and review of safety documents in response to regulatory authorities
Identify, assess, and integrate/implement new data resources, methods, technology and analytic tools
Actively contribute to identification and assessment of safety signals and trends using active surveillance methods
Oversee and/or actively contribute to analysis/validation projects utilizing industry-standard analytic tools
Comply with all regulatory requirements and maintain confidentiality
Participate in and may lead intra-departmental and inter-departmental cross-functional project teams
Participate in process improvement initiatives, including SOP/WRK updates and audits
Mentor junior departmental staff to ensure competence in epidemiologic skills and knowledge
Knowledge and Skills
Demonstrate excellent attention to detail, teamwork and initiative, with flexibility to adapt to the needs of the organization; maintain meticulous attention to project deadlines
Possess excellent verbal, written communication and interpersonal skills
Demonstrates ability to be solely responsible for all scientific aspects of an observational study
Demonstrates ability to guide the study management team through complex decisions beyond study design
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