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Epidemiologist roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which requires employers to document recruitment efforts before filing an I-140 petition. Public health agencies, research universities, and federal contractors regularly sponsor foreign epidemiologists for permanent residency.
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Location: United States, home-based, West Coast
Join IQVIA's Sponsor-Dedicated FSP team and help advance healthcare through real-world evidence. We bring together scientific expertise and real-world data to help sponsors make decisions and accelerate evidence generation to improve patient outcomes.
In this role, you'll work closely with one sponsor, gaining deep knowledge of its therapies while leveraging IQVIA's global expertise.
Overview
As a Senior Epidemiologist supporting a sponsor-dedicated oncology program, you will independently execute real-world evidence initiatives that inform early clinical development. Your work will focus on using RWE to characterize the natural history of disease, assess disease landscapes, evaluate study feasibility, and support Phase 1-3 clinical development programs, with a primary emphasis on ovarian cancer and additional work in lung cancer. This is a hands-on execution role for an experienced epidemiologist who can take ownership of assigned work with limited supervision and operate effectively within a pharmaceutical environment.
Responsibilities
- Independently plan and execute epidemiology and real-world evidence activities supporting early clinical development programs across Phases 1-3.
- Use real-world data and epidemiologic methods to describe the natural history of disease and characterize oncology disease landscapes.
- Conduct feasibility assessments to evaluate research questions, available data, study populations, endpoints, and potential study approaches.
- Develop and contribute to study protocols, analysis plans, study reports, clinical study reports, and other scientific deliverables.
- Support regulatory-grade real-world evidence studies, applying appropriate epidemiologic rigor and documentation standards.
- Provide hands-on epidemiology execution for ovarian cancer programs and contribute to lung cancer studies as assigned.
- Interpret study findings and communicate methods, assumptions, limitations, and results clearly to sponsor stakeholders and cross-functional partners.
- Manage assigned work proactively, resolve execution issues, and deliver high-quality outputs with minimal oversight.
- Work effectively within a sponsor-dedicated model, collaborating with sponsor teams across functions and time zones.
Requirements
- PhD in Epidemiology is required.
- Demonstrated experience applying epidemiology and real-world evidence to Phase 1-3 clinical development programs.
- Prior pharmaceutical industry experience is required.
- Knowledge of regulatory-grade real-world evidence expectations and rigorous observational research methods.
- Demonstrated oncology epidemiology experience, including ovarian cancer; lung cancer experience is strongly preferred.
- Experience conducting natural history, disease landscape, and study feasibility work using real-world data.
- Experience developing study protocols, clinical study reports, and related epidemiology deliverables.
- Proven ability to work independently, take ownership of assigned studies, and execute with limited supervision.
- Strong scientific writing, analytical, project management, and stakeholder communication skills.
What's in it for you?
- Be part of a forward-thinking team that helps shape the next generation of evidence-based healthcare.
- Work hand-in-hand with one leading sponsor, gaining deep expertise in its therapies and development programs.
- Access IQVIA's global network and scientific community to support your continued growth.
This is your chance to make an impact while building a career that matters.
IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide.
IQVIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law.
IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.
The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $109,200.00 - $273,000.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.
Where you'll work
You’ll work remotely, with the flexibility to do your best work from home. Supported by collaborative tools and a global team, you’ll stay connected while enjoying the autonomy and balance that comes with a fully remote role.
Culture
Culture at IQVIA is built on a shared belief: that when people are empowered with better data, smarter technology and deeper expertise, they can change what’s possible for patients. Across every team and every corner of the globe, you’ll find colleagues who genuinely care — about the mission and about each other. That’s what makes this a place where people tend to stay, grow and do the best work of their careers.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Epidemiologist
Align your credentials to EB-2 requirements
EB-2 requires a master's degree or higher in epidemiology, public health, or a closely related field. If your degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation before applying so employers can confirm your qualifications meet USCIS standards.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Federal agencies like the CDC, NIH, and state health departments routinely sponsor epidemiologists through PERM. Search Migrate Mate to filter Epidemiologist roles by employers with documented green card sponsorship activity, saving weeks of manual research.
Understand how specialty occupation affects your PERM job description
PERM requires the employer to define a minimum requirement for the role. If the posted job description says a bachelor's degree is acceptable, your EB-2 petition may be weakened. Confirm the employer lists an advanced degree as the actual minimum before you accept an offer.
Use OFLC Wage Search before negotiating your offer
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your specific job title, location, and experience level. Check OFLC Wage Search yourself so you know the floor before salary discussions begin and can flag any discrepancy early.
Factor in PERM recruitment timing when evaluating offers
PERM requires the employer to complete a 30-to-60-day recruitment process and obtain DOL certification before filing the I-140. Ask hiring managers whether they have completed PERM before or whether they are starting from scratch, since this affects your green card timeline by six months or more.
Verify your SOC code matches your actual duties
DOL assigns prevailing wages based on the Standard Occupational Classification code the employer selects. Epidemiologist roles can be filed under different SOC codes depending on your specialty, and a mismatched code can result in an incorrect wage determination or a PERM audit.
Green Card Epidemiologist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Epidemiologist role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Most Epidemiologist positions qualify for EB-2 because the role typically requires a master's degree or higher in epidemiology, public health, or a related discipline. Positions requiring only a bachelor's degree may be filed under EB-3 instead. The employer's minimum educational requirement in the PERM job description determines which category applies, so confirming that detail before accepting an offer is essential.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for Epidemiologists?
The H-1B visa is a temporary work visa capped at 85,000 per year and subject to a lottery, while PERM sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most countries. The PERM process requires DOL labor market testing and typically takes one to three years from start to green card approval, but the outcome is lawful permanent residency rather than a renewable temporary status.
Which types of employers sponsor Epidemiologists for green cards?
Federal agencies such as the CDC and NIH, state and county health departments, academic medical centers, and research universities are the most consistent sponsors. Some large pharmaceutical companies and consulting firms that contract with government health agencies also file PERM for Epidemiologist roles. Use Migrate Mate to identify which employers have active sponsorship history for this specific job title.
Can an Epidemiologist self-petition without an employer sponsor?
Self-petition is possible under EB-2 through the National Interest Waiver, which waives the PERM requirement for candidates who can demonstrate their work benefits the United States. Epidemiologists working in public health research, disease surveillance, or pandemic preparedness have successfully argued NIW eligibility, but this route requires a strong record of publications, citations, or policy impact and is not guaranteed.
What should I look for in an Epidemiologist job posting to confirm green card sponsorship?
Look for explicit language such as 'will sponsor work authorization' or 'open to PERM sponsorship' in the posting. Postings that say 'must be authorized to work without sponsorship' exclude you entirely. O*NET confirms the specialty occupation classification for Epidemiologist roles, which supports your case when discussing eligibility with an employer. Migrate Mate filters Epidemiologist listings by verified sponsorship history so you only see roles where sponsorship is already confirmed.