Lead Epidemiologist

Icon Plc • Blue Bell, PA

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About The Position

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We're proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development. We are currently seeking a Lead Epidemiologist to join our diverse and dynamic team. As a Lead Epidemiologist at ICON, you will play a pivotal role in designing and conducting epidemiological studies, analyzing data, and providing strategic insights to support the development and optimization of healthcare interventions and treatments.

Requirements

• University degree in Outcomes Research, Epidemiology, Public Health, or a related field.
• Several years of experience in epidemiological research, preferably in a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or healthcare setting.
• Strong knowledge of epidemiological study design, methodologies, and statistical analysis techniques.
• Proficiency in statistical software such as SAS, R, or STATA, and familiarity with database management systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to critically evaluate and interpret complex epidemiological data.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and present findings to diverse audiences.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage timelines, and deliver high-quality results in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to quality, accuracy, and ethical conduct in epidemiological research and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Leading the design, implementation, and analysis of epidemiological studies to evaluate the incidence, prevalence, risk factors, and outcomes of diseases and health-related events.
• Developing study protocols, research methodologies, and data collection instruments to address specific research questions and objectives.
• Analyzing and interpreting epidemiological data using statistical software and techniques to identify trends, patterns, and associations.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including researchers, clinicians, statisticians, and data scientists, to integrate epidemiological findings into clinical research and healthcare practice.
• Communicating study findings, implications, and recommendations to internal and external stakeholders through written reports, presentations, and publications.

Benefits

• Various annual leave entitlements
• A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family's needs.
• Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
• Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialized professionals who are there to support you and your family's well-being.
• Life assurance
• Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidized travel passes, health assessments, among others.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees