Sr. Principal Epidemiologist

This position can work hybrid to our Cambridge MA facility, or can be remote within the USA

About This Role

The Senior Principal Epidemiologist supports other epidemiologists in the Research and Development organization in the design, implementation, and reporting of impactful real-world analyses that shape our understanding of therapies and diseases. Depending on the skill level of the incumbent, and under the supervision of a Director or Associate Director, Epidemiology, the Senior Principal Epidemiologist may lead epidemiology activities for one or more small, early development programs. The Senior Principal Epidemiologist has direct responsibility for completing more advanced real-world data analyses and interpreting and reporting on findings under the supervision of a Director or Associate Director, Epidemiology.

What You’ll Do

• Assist in the design, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of more advanced observational studies; May write first drafts of research protocols, analysis plans, and reports
• Critically review epidemiologic literature and prepare more advanced systematic literature reviews and more complicated epidemiology packages
• Under the supervision of a Director, Epidemiology, lead epidemiology activities for one or more small, early developmental programs. Work directly with the data analysts for execution of database study protocols
• Assist in preparing scientific abstracts, posters, and manuscripts as needed
• With minimal review from an Associate Director or Director, produce contributions to PSURs, Pharmacovigilance activities, and Risk Management plans
• Depending on the request, this position may generate a report independently and communicate directly with stakeholders (i.e., SABR or Clinical MDs, NPC)

Who You Are

You dream of leveraging your epidemiological know-how to develop impactful real-world research that changes lives and brings life-changing therapies to patients. You are deeply collaborative – and also thrive working independently and with vigor, creativity, and passion.

Required Skills

• Recent PhD in Epidemiology (preferred)
• OR Master's in Public Health with a focus in Epidemiology and minimum 4 years of post-graduate experience in a pharmaceutical industry setting
• Superb scientific writing, with a track record of publications
• Excellent organizational skills, and knows how to meet deadlines

Preferred Skills

• For recent PhD graduates in Epidemiology, pharmaceutical industry experience (e.g., internships or contract work)

The base salary range for this position is $124,000 to $175,000 annually. Base salary offered is determined through an analytical approach utilizing a combination of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills & experience, job location, and internal equity.

Regular employees are eligible to receive both short term and long-term incentives, including cash bonus and equity incentive opportunities, designed to reward recent achievements and recognize your future potential based on individual, business unit and company performance.

In addition to compensation, Biogen offers a full and highly competitive range of benefits designed to support our employees’ and their families physical, financial, emotional, and social well-being; including, but not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
• Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
• Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
• A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
• Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance
• 80 hours of sick time per calendar year
• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
• 401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
• Employee Resource Groups participation

Why Biogen?

We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.

At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about our DE&I efforts.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.