Director, Respiratory Innovation, Global Epidemiology and RWE

GSK•Boston, PA

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role will lead respiratory epidemiology and real-world evidence work that shapes vaccine development globally. The position involves partnering across clinical development, safety, regulatory, health outcomes, and external collaborators. The individual will design and deliver studies to answer key questions about disease burden, treatment patterns, and safety. The role values strategic thinking, strong communication, and a collaborative mindset, offering growth, visible impact on patient outcomes, and the chance to help unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

Requirements

Advanced degree in epidemiology, public health, biostatistics or a related discipline.
Minimum of 5 years of relevant epidemiology experience within a respiratory setting in a pharmaceutical, biotech or applied research environment.
Demonstrated experience with real-world data sources (claims, electronic health records, registries) and study designs.
Experience leading pharmaco-epidemiologic or RWE programs in vaccine development or lifecycle contexts.
Proven ability to work effectively in a global, matrixed environment and influence cross-functional stakeholders and to deliver complex epidemiological studies including regulatory requirements.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including scientific writing and presentations for diverse audiences.
Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects and deliver high-quality results under tight deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Doctoral Degree
Deep subject-matter expertise in respiratory disease epidemiology.
Experience developing strategic partnerships and managing supplier/vendor relationships.
Track record of peer-reviewed publications and external scientific engagement.
Familiarity with regulatory expectations for real-world evidence and post-authorization studies.
Experience with pragmatic trial design or primary data collection in clinical or real-world settings.
Leadership experience mentoring scientists and managing project portfolios.

Responsibilities

Accountable for the epidemiology program for at least one asset or disease area, including proposing and negotiating program content and budget with matrix leaders. This includes developing a Global Epidemiology Plan and may include leading a cross-functional team.
Provide expert epidemiological insights to asset matrix teams (e.g., Clinical Development Team, Safety Review Team, Medicine/Vaccine Development Team).
Lead and oversee complex epidemiological studies and negotiate new partnerships.
Identify and build new opportunities, methods, and external partnerships for assets or disease areas.
Lead departmental initiatives driving innovative solutions through evaluation and creation of tools, methodologies, or processes.
Manage and mentor junior staff, complementary workers, or research assistants, fostering their development.
Represent GSK in scientific interactions with internal governance bodies, external regulators, and at international conferences.
Plan and coordinate scientific dissemination of epidemiology data, including authoring regulatory documents, peer-reviewed publications, and presentations at national and international meetings.
Partner with external groups conducting epidemiological studies globally and manage external collaborations.