CHN - Beijing - Beijing (Wangjing Park), China
Onsite
Job Description
At our company, we aspire to be the premier research-intensive biopharmaceutical company. We're at the forefront of research to deliver innovative health solutions that advance the prevention and treatment of diseases in people and animals. We use the power of leading-edge science to save and improve lives around the world. Join us in our mission to make a difference.
Has overall responsibility for Asia Pacific and worldwide pharmacoepidemiologic planning and study recommendations for assigned products.
Develop primary subject matter expertise in one or more therapeutic areas and receive assignments in any therapeutic area depending on need.
Lead interaction with risk management subteams, value evidence subteams, clinical/regulatory subteams, and other areas of Research Laboratories on epidemiologic matters.
Design, conduct, and analyze epidemiologic research studies on assigned products worldwide.
Provide scientific oversight and mentorship to more junior Epidemiology staff.
Present epidemiologic research plans or results to internal review and governance committees, external agencies, and at scientific conferences.
Maintain close working relationships with colleagues in Clinical Safety and Risk Management, Clinical Research, Regulatory, Outcomes Research, Health Economics, and Commercial.
Contribute to the company's prestige by maintaining recognition as an expert in the field, publishing independent scientific research, participating in and presenting at scientific organizations and meetings, and serving as a peer reviewer for scientific journals.
Lead the KOL engagement with academia in the field of pharmacoepidemiology, RWD/E, and PMC if necessary.
May hold academic appointments, teach graduate courses, and supervise Ph.D. dissertations and post-doctoral fellows.
Required
PhD in Epidemiology or MD with additional research training in Epidemiology. Alternatively, Master’s degree in Epidemiology with at least 7 years relevant work experience.
Five or more years of relevant work experience (7 or more years if Master’s degree).
Extensive experience in the successful direction of large epidemiologic projects.
Broad knowledge and experience in the application of epidemiologic approaches to problems in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
Record of substantial research publications in peer-reviewed journals.
Creative problem-solving ability and excellent communication skills (oral and written).
Required Skills:
Biotechnology, Clinical Research, Clinical Safety, Clinical Trials, Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS), Creative Thinking, Data Management, Epidemiology, Health Outcomes Research, Medical Research, Methods and Tools, Publishing, Researching, Scientific Research, Stakeholder Relationship Management, Strategic Planning, Technical Advice, Work RelationshipsPreferred Skills:
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