Alexion
Rare Disease Unit
Epidemiologist
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“Epidemiologist at Alexion. Skills: Epidemiology, Real World Data, Statistical analysis. Support planning, development, execution of Epidemiology deliverables. Conduct literature reviews”
What You'll Achieve.
Deepen understanding of rare diseases; Accelerate patient access to innovative medicines; Enhance decision-making across the portfolio
Industry & Context.
Engage in problem solving; Non-linear thought; Analysis
3 days at office / 2 days at home, Travel may be required (up to 10%), Use a engage in communications via phone, video, and electronic, Engage in problem solving and non-linear thought, analysis, Collaborate with maintain general availability during standard business hours
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
MPH/MSc in Epidemiology or closely related discipline
Nice to Have
Excellent oral and written communication skills, in English, Knowledge of drug and clinical development processes, Excellent attention to detail and scientific rigor, Ability to work under pressure and lead by example, Hands-on experience implementing or designing studies using RWD, interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams, Thorough and up-to-date technical knowledge of epidemiology and relevant biostatistics methods
What You'll Do.
execution of Epidemiology deliverables
Conduct literature reviews
Characterize incidence and prevalence
Critically appraise & synthesize relevant analysis
Describe patient characteristics
Landscape for suitable data-sources
Provide epidemiology support into study protocols
Summarize results in written reports
Present summary findings
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work closely with other Epidemiologists; Engage with colleagues across the company; Participate in cross-functional teams; Work effectively in multidisciplinary teams
Communication Scope
Oral communication; Written communication
Full Job Description
**Role based in Barcelona - 3 days at office / 2 days at home** **This is what you will do:** The Epidemiology and Real World Science (Epi-RWS) team is a growing group within the Alexion-AstraZenca Rare Disease Unit which is driving the scientific use of Real World Data to accelerate the way that patients access innovative medicines. The Epidemiologist is a scientific role that involves supporting the development and execution of impactful epidemiological deliverables that deepen our understanding of rare diseases, with a focus on Alexion’s clinical development programs and post-marketing studies. The role involves working closely with other Epidemiologists and Real World Data Scientists in the department to support the development, execution, interpretation and communication of scientifically robust stage-appropriate evidence that enhances decision-making across the portfolio, such as: conducting literature reviews; characterizing incidence and prevalence to support regulatory and safety documents; critically appraising & synthesizing relevant literature; analysis of real-world databases; describing patient characteristics, natural history, treatment patterns and outcomes; quantification of event rates and phenotypic / genotypic traits or associations; and landscaping for suitable data-sources. This role involves supporting engagements with colleagues across the company, including: Clinical Development, Global Patient Safety, Regulatory Affairs, Global Medical Affairs, and Global Marketing. The Epidemiologist may participate in cross-functional teams and sub-team meetings, under the guidance of senior members of the Epi-RWS department when appropriate. The Epidemiologist must have mature team-working behaviors with organizational awareness and insight. The ideal candidate will have experience with analysis and interpretation of epidemiologic data within the context of rare diseases and a passion for applying epidemiology to support life-transforming therapies for p
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