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Get Access To All JobsAt Lilly, the work is demanding because patients are waiting. We unite caring with discovery to help make life better for people around the world, knowing that every decision, every detail, and every day matters. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, our over 50,000 employees around the globe take on complex challenges to discover and deliver life-changing medicines, strengthen how health is understood and managed, and support the communities we serve. This is hard, urgent, selfless work—but it’s work worth doing. If you’re driven by purpose and ready to bring your best to work that truly matters for patients, we invite you to join us.
Purpose:
The purpose of the Global Patient Safety Pharmacoepidemiologist (GPS PE), reporting into GPS Medical, is to provide scientific and data driven guidance to meet strategic objectives in the generation of data to characterize the safety profile of Lilly products.
The GPS PE contributes to cross-functional teams that are responsible for generation of primary data or analysis of secondary data sources to contribute to the assessment of the benefit-risk profile of Lilly products. The GPS PE is responsible for supporting the development and execution of risk management plans; identifying and evaluating potential safety signals, addressing safety questions from regulators, and designing and conducting pharmacoepidemiology studies. The GPS PE role may also entail some in-line or project-level supervisory responsibilities.
Primary Responsibilities: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the job requirements at the time it was prepared. The job requirements of any position may change over time and may include additional responsibilities not specifically described in the job description. Not all listed responsibilities will be applicable to all GPS PE roles. Consult with your supervisor regarding your actual job responsibilities and any related duties that may be required for the position.
Study Design & Execution
- Collaborates within a cross-functional team and leads the design and execution of observational studies to ensure high quality, scientifically rigorous pharmacoepidemiology study proposals, protocols, statistical analysis plans, clinical study reports, abstracts/publications and/or presentations.
- Contribute to the Risk Management Strategy/Real World Evidence Safety Strategy for assigned molecule(s).
- Design, coordination, and implementation of observational epidemiological studies (including secondary use dataset studies) on epidemiology disease burden, natural history of disease, and assessment of background rates for identified/potential drug risks.
- Develop new methodologies and appropriately utilize pharmacoepidemiologic tools for the identification and analysis of potential safety signals; apply in-depth epidemiologic methods to address complex research questions.
- Lead the conduct of the pharmacoepidemiology studies internally (when appropriate) and collaborate/contract with external investigators and Third-Party Organizations as needed; provide scientific expertise in interpretation and communication of results of pharmacoepidemiology studies.
- Collaborate on developing strategic analytic tools to support activities such as disease state characterization, signal detection, clarification, and evaluation utilizing multiple data sources (e.g., spontaneous, health claims and electronic health records); partner on the development of new standardized analytic methods for selected regulatory safety documents/submissions (e.g., PBRER/PSUR, ISS, product labels).
Regulatory Support and Public Health Impact
- Provides input into regulatory documents such as Risk Management Plans, Periodic Benefit-Risk Evaluation Reports, and responses to regulatory queries.
- Provide epidemiological expertise as it relates to signal detection and signal management for the portfolio.
- Collect and analyze patient population data from literature/other sources to assess disease burden providing support for regulatory submissions (e.g., Orphan Drug Applications, Pediatric Investigation Plans, or Pediatric Study Plans).
- Represent Lilly and coordinate its presence in external epidemiology or drug safety groups.
- Stay updated on regulatory activities (eg, FDA, EMA) related to epidemiology.
- Use external contacts for scientific intelligence through benchmarking projects and forums.
Data Source Expertise
- Deep understanding of RWD and methodology including digital tools.
- Demonstrate knowledge of relevant global regulatory requirements and practices; act as subject matter expert in the development and maintenance of procedures and required tools in the quality system as they relate to epidemiology.
- Develop analytic tools to support activities such as disease state characterization, signal detection, clarification, and evaluation utilizing multiple data sources (e.g., spontaneous, health claims and electronic health records); partner on the development of new standardized analytic methods for selected regulatory safety documents/submissions (e.g., PBRER/PSUR, ISS, product labels).
Lifecycle Management
- Support strategy across lifecycle through evidence generation.
- Contribute to the Risk Management Strategy/RWE Safety Strategy for a molecule.
- Design/execution/interpretation of pharmacoepidemiology studies including design and review of study protocols, SAPs, final study reports, presentations, and manuscripts.
- Lead the conduct of the pharmacoepidemiology studies internally (when appropriate) and collaborate/contract with external investigators and CROs as needed; provide scientific expertise in interpretation and communication of results of pharmacoepidemiology studies.
Training, Coaching, Mentoring
- Provide training, coaching and mentorship demonstrating effective PV strategies and sharing experience and knowledge to further advance the goals of the GPS department and wider enterprise.
- Maintain compliance with Lilly Red Book and corporate policies, Lilly Research Laboratories and Global Patient Safety curriculum.
- Maintaining compliance with the Lilly Corporate Integrity Agreement.
People Management
- Foster and support a collaborative working environment that maintains a Team Lilly culture focused on inclusion, innovation, acceleration, and delivery.
- Recruit, mentor, develop, and retain top scientific and drug development talent.
- Assure staff comply with company policies and procedures.
Understand and support the QPPV role
- Understanding the roles and responsibilities of the European Union Qualified Person (QPPV).
- Ensure support is provided to enable the Qualified Person to fulfill all the Qualified Person legal responsibilities.
Minimum Qualification Requirements:
PhD in Epidemiology or related Public Health field and 3+ years of experience in scientific research or the pharmaceutical industry.
Other Information/Additional Preferences
- High-level knowledge of global regulations with respect to drug safety and adverse event reporting
- Strong analytical skills and ability to apply statistical and epidemiological methodology in research projects as well as understanding of risk management strategies and risk minimization programs.
- Competent in the conduct of epidemiology studies; competency in the independent analysis of data and interpretation of results from clinical and epidemiology studies. Excellent computer skills; knowledge of statistical software packages to analyze epidemiological data.
- Highly effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work on multiple projects and function effectively in a fast-paced matrixed environment.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and shift priorities rapidly to meet tight deadlines.
- Ability to influence others (both cross-functionally and within the function) in order to create a positive working environment.
- Excellent teamwork skills.
- Applying AI-driven programming techniques to enhance pharmacoepidemiologic study design, data analysis, and signal detection activities.
- Ability to learn and apply technical knowledge to meet changing project needs.
- Experience using longitudinal national databases, claims databases, or electronic medical records (e.g. GPRD) for epidemiologic research.
- Strategic thinker with proven project execution and innovation experience.
Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form for further assistance. Please note this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response.
Lilly is proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and are open to all employees. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia (AMECA), Black Employees at Lilly (BE@Lilly), Chinese Culture Network (CCN), EnAble, Evolve, Lilly Indian Network (LIN), Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), Pride (LGBTQ+ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN) and Women’s Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL).
Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $171,000 - $299,200.
Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities). Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees.
At Lilly, the work is demanding because patients are waiting. We unite caring with discovery to help make life better for people around the world, knowing that every decision, every detail, and every day matters. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, our over 50,000 employees around the globe take on complex challenges to discover and deliver life-changing medicines, strengthen how health is understood and managed, and support the communities we serve. This is hard, urgent, selfless work—but it’s work worth doing. If you’re driven by purpose and ready to bring your best to work that truly matters for patients, we invite you to join us.
Purpose:
The purpose of the Global Patient Safety Pharmacoepidemiologist (GPS PE), reporting into GPS Medical, is to provide scientific and data driven guidance to meet strategic objectives in the generation of data to characterize the safety profile of Lilly products.
The GPS PE contributes to cross-functional teams that are responsible for generation of primary data or analysis of secondary data sources to contribute to the assessment of the benefit-risk profile of Lilly products. The GPS PE is responsible for supporting the development and execution of risk management plans; identifying and evaluating potential safety signals, addressing safety questions from regulators, and designing and conducting pharmacoepidemiology studies. The GPS PE role may also entail some in-line or project-level supervisory responsibilities.
Primary Responsibilities: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the job requirements at the time it was prepared. The job requirements of any position may change over time and may include additional responsibilities not specifically described in the job description. Not all listed responsibilities will be applicable to all GPS PE roles. Consult with your supervisor regarding your actual job responsibilities and any related duties that may be required for the position.
Study Design & Execution
- Collaborates within a cross-functional team and leads the design and execution of observational studies to ensure high quality, scientifically rigorous pharmacoepidemiology study proposals, protocols, statistical analysis plans, clinical study reports, abstracts/publications and/or presentations.
- Contribute to the Risk Management Strategy/Real World Evidence Safety Strategy for assigned molecule(s).
- Design, coordination, and implementation of observational epidemiological studies (including secondary use dataset studies) on epidemiology disease burden, natural history of disease, and assessment of background rates for identified/potential drug risks.
- Develop new methodologies and appropriately utilize pharmacoepidemiologic tools for the identification and analysis of potential safety signals; apply in-depth epidemiologic methods to address complex research questions.
- Lead the conduct of the pharmacoepidemiology studies internally (when appropriate) and collaborate/contract with external investigators and Third-Party Organizations as needed; provide scientific expertise in interpretation and communication of results of pharmacoepidemiology studies.
- Collaborate on developing strategic analytic tools to support activities such as disease state characterization, signal detection, clarification, and evaluation utilizing multiple data sources (e.g., spontaneous, health claims and electronic health records); partner on the development of new standardized analytic methods for selected regulatory safety documents/submissions (e.g., PBRER/PSUR, ISS, product labels).
Regulatory Support and Public Health Impact
- Provides input into regulatory documents such as Risk Management Plans, Periodic Benefit-Risk Evaluation Reports, and responses to regulatory queries.
- Provide epidemiological expertise as it relates to signal detection and signal management for the portfolio.
- Collect and analyze patient population data from literature/other sources to assess disease burden providing support for regulatory submissions (e.g., Orphan Drug Applications, Pediatric Investigation Plans, or Pediatric Study Plans).
- Represent Lilly and coordinate its presence in external epidemiology or drug safety groups.
- Stay updated on regulatory activities (eg, FDA, EMA) related to epidemiology.
- Use external contacts for scientific intelligence through benchmarking projects and forums.
Data Source Expertise
- Deep understanding of RWD and methodology including digital tools.
- Demonstrate knowledge of relevant global regulatory requirements and practices; act as subject matter expert in the development and maintenance of procedures and required tools in the quality system as they relate to epidemiology.
- Develop analytic tools to support activities such as disease state characterization, signal detection, clarification, and evaluation utilizing multiple data sources (e.g., spontaneous, health claims and electronic health records); partner on the development of new standardized analytic methods for selected regulatory safety documents/submissions (e.g., PBRER/PSUR, ISS, product labels).
Lifecycle Management
- Support strategy across lifecycle through evidence generation.
- Contribute to the Risk Management Strategy/RWE Safety Strategy for a molecule.
- Design/execution/interpretation of pharmacoepidemiology studies including design and review of study protocols, SAPs, final study reports, presentations, and manuscripts.
- Lead the conduct of the pharmacoepidemiology studies internally (when appropriate) and collaborate/contract with external investigators and CROs as needed; provide scientific expertise in interpretation and communication of results of pharmacoepidemiology studies.
Training, Coaching, Mentoring
- Provide training, coaching and mentorship demonstrating effective PV strategies and sharing experience and knowledge to further advance the goals of the GPS department and wider enterprise.
- Maintain compliance with Lilly Red Book and corporate policies, Lilly Research Laboratories and Global Patient Safety curriculum.
- Maintaining compliance with the Lilly Corporate Integrity Agreement.
People Management
- Foster and support a collaborative working environment that maintains a Team Lilly culture focused on inclusion, innovation, acceleration, and delivery.
- Recruit, mentor, develop, and retain top scientific and drug development talent.
- Assure staff comply with company policies and procedures.
Understand and support the QPPV role
- Understanding the roles and responsibilities of the European Union Qualified Person (QPPV).
- Ensure support is provided to enable the Qualified Person to fulfill all the Qualified Person legal responsibilities.
Minimum Qualification Requirements:
PhD in Epidemiology or related Public Health field and 3+ years of experience in scientific research or the pharmaceutical industry.
Other Information/Additional Preferences
- High-level knowledge of global regulations with respect to drug safety and adverse event reporting
- Strong analytical skills and ability to apply statistical and epidemiological methodology in research projects as well as understanding of risk management strategies and risk minimization programs.
- Competent in the conduct of epidemiology studies; competency in the independent analysis of data and interpretation of results from clinical and epidemiology studies. Excellent computer skills; knowledge of statistical software packages to analyze epidemiological data.
- Highly effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work on multiple projects and function effectively in a fast-paced matrixed environment.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and shift priorities rapidly to meet tight deadlines.
- Ability to influence others (both cross-functionally and within the function) in order to create a positive working environment.
- Excellent teamwork skills.
- Applying AI-driven programming techniques to enhance pharmacoepidemiologic study design, data analysis, and signal detection activities.
- Ability to learn and apply technical knowledge to meet changing project needs.
- Experience using longitudinal national databases, claims databases, or electronic medical records (e.g. GPRD) for epidemiologic research.
- Strategic thinker with proven project execution and innovation experience.
Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form for further assistance. Please note this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response.
Lilly is proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and are open to all employees. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia (AMECA), Black Employees at Lilly (BE@Lilly), Chinese Culture Network (CCN), EnAble, Evolve, Lilly Indian Network (LIN), Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), Pride (LGBTQ+ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN) and Women’s Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL).
Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $171,000 - $299,200.
Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities). Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Pharmacoepidemiologist Jobs
Target pharmaceutical companies and research institutions
Large pharma companies like Pfizer, Merck, and Johnson & Johnson regularly sponsor H-1B visas for research roles. Academic medical centers also frequently sponsor pharmacoepidemiologists for faculty positions.
Emphasize your PhD and specialized training
Most pharmacoepidemiologist positions require a PhD in epidemiology, biostatistics, or related field. This advanced degree requirement strongly supports H-1B specialty occupation criteria during USCIS review.
Consider contract research organizations (CROs)
Companies like IQVIA, Covance, and PPD frequently hire pharmacoepidemiologists for drug safety studies. Many CROs have established visa sponsorship processes for specialized research talent.
Highlight experience with regulatory submissions
Experience preparing FDA submissions, PBRER reports, or regulatory documents demonstrates specialized knowledge that supports visa applications. Mention specific therapeutic areas and regulatory experience in applications.
Network through professional organizations
Join ISPE (International Society for Pharmacoepidemiology) and attend conferences. Many positions are filled through professional networks before being posted publicly, especially at pharmaceutical companies.
Consider government contractor roles
FDA contractors and organizations like Acumen LLC frequently hire pharmacoepidemiologists for post-market surveillance projects. These roles often offer visa sponsorship and provide valuable regulatory experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
What degree requirements support H-1B approval for pharmacoepidemiologist roles?
Most pharmacoepidemiologist positions require a PhD in epidemiology, pharmacology, biostatistics, or public health. This advanced degree requirement clearly establishes the role as a specialty occupation under H-1B criteria. A master's degree with extensive research experience may qualify for some positions, but PhD is preferred for strongest visa case.
Do pharmaceutical companies regularly sponsor H-1B visas for pharmacoepidemiologists?
Yes, major pharmaceutical companies frequently sponsor H-1B visas for pharmacoepidemiologists due to the specialized nature of drug safety research. Companies like Pfizer, Merck, Bristol Myers Squibb, and Johnson & Johnson have established track records of visa sponsorship for research positions requiring advanced degrees in epidemiology or biostatistics.
Can international PhD students transition directly to pharmacoepidemiologist roles on H-1B?
Yes, PhD graduates in epidemiology, biostatistics, or related fields can transition directly from F-1 to H-1B status for pharmacoepidemiologist positions. The advanced degree and specialized research training provide strong support for specialty occupation requirements. Many pharmaceutical companies recruit directly from university research programs.
What specific experience strengthens H-1B cases for pharmacoepidemiologist positions?
Experience with regulatory submissions, post-market surveillance studies, real-world evidence generation, and database analysis using tools like SAS or R strengthens H-1B applications. Publications in peer-reviewed journals and experience with specific therapeutic areas demonstrate the specialized knowledge required for these research roles.
How to find Pharmacoepidemiologist jobs with visa sponsorship?
To find Pharmacoepidemiologist jobs with visa sponsorship, use Migrate Mate, which specializes in connecting international professionals with sponsoring employers. Focus your search on pharmaceutical companies, biotech firms, regulatory agencies, and contract research organizations that commonly hire epidemiologists. Target H-1B, TN visa, and O-1 visa opportunities, as these are frequently used for specialized healthcare research positions requiring advanced degrees in epidemiology or related fields.
Are there alternative visa options for pharmacoepidemiologists besides H-1B?
O-1 visas may be available for pharmacoepidemiologists with exceptional research records, significant publications, and recognition in drug safety research. Academic positions may support J-1 visa research scholar status. EB-2 NIW green cards are possible for researchers whose work benefits U.S. public health through drug safety improvements.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Pharmacoepidemiologist jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.