Epidemiology Forecasting, Associate Director
Core
Develop scientifically rigorous global estimates of disease incidence, prevalence, and population size to inform drug development, commercial planning, and regulatory filings.
Role type
Associate Director, Epidemiology (HEOR)
Builds
Patient population forecasts and epidemiologic estimates for Vertex's pipeline
Domain
Biopharmaceutical / Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR)
Required skills
Systematic literature reviews, database/registry studies, primary observational studies, claims-based analytic methods, real-world data analysis, strategic planning, cross-functional collaboration, budget management
Preferred skills
Rare disease experience, AI/technology adoption
Technologies
Real-world data sources, disease registries
Responsibilities
Lead systematic literature reviews and database studies; Generate global disease estimates; Collaborate with commercial, medical, and regulatory teams; Support strategic planning and investment alignment; Develop innovative solutions for sparse evidence areas
Seniority
Senior, strategic leadership & hands-on execution