Epidemiology Scientist

<p style="text-align:left">Job Description</p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p><b>Epidemiology Scientist</b><br /><b>Location: London (Moorgate)</b><br /><b>Function: Translational Epidemiology &amp; Advanced Methods (TEAM), Global Epidemiology</b></p><p>Help shape the future of medicines by turning real‑world data into real‑world impact.</p><p>We are looking for an ambitious Scientist, Epidemiology to join our Translational Epidemiology &amp; Advanced Methods (TEAM) Unit within the Global Epidemiology Department. This is a key role for an epidemiologist who wants to apply advanced methods to meaningful problems across multiple therapeutic areas, with a particular focus on selected U.S., UK and European data assets.</p><p>You will work at the interface of science, medicine, and data – partnering with colleagues across R&amp;D and beyond to generate evidence that informs development, safety, and use of our medicines worldwide.</p><div></div><p><b>What you’ll do</b></p><p>As a Scientist, Epidemiology you will:</p><p></p><p><b>Drive observational research and RWE generation</b></p><ul><li>Contribute to the design and development of robust observational studies and protocols across assigned products and therapeutic areas</li><li>Lead and support studies using real‑world data from selected major U.S. databases, as well as UK and European sources (claims, EHRs, registries, biobanks, surveys and other RWD)</li><li>Help develop analysis plans and data specifications, and interpret study findings to support internal decision‑making, regulatory submissions and publications</li><li>Prepare high‑quality tables, figures, and summaries for internal governance, regulatory agencies, and scientific communications</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Partner across the organisation</b></p><ul><li>Collaborate closely with colleagues in Clinical Research, Regulatory Affairs, Safety, Statistics &amp; Statistical Programming, Outcomes Research, Health Economics, Discovery Medicine, and Commercial</li><li>Contribute epidemiologic input to product safety and risk management, post‑marketing safety studies, clinical development plans, and regulatory interactions</li><li>Work as part of cross‑functional teams to ensure epidemiologic evidence is appropriately generated, understood, and applied</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Advance methods and science</b></p><ul><li>Maintain awareness of key external data sources, especially U.S., UK, and European assets, relevant to our therapeutic areas</li><li>Stay current with evolving epidemiologic and analytic methods (e.g., propensity scores, causal inference; familiarity with ML/AI‑based approaches is a plus)</li><li>Strengthen the company’s scientific reputation by authoring or contributing to manuscripts, presenting at scientific meetings, and participating in peer review where appropriate</li></ul><div></div><p><b>What you bring</b></p><p><b>Minimum education</b></p><ul><li>PhD in Epidemiology</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Required experience and skills</b></p><ul><li>Demonstrated experience leading epidemiologic projects using large databases (e.g., national surveys, administrative claims, EHRs, disease registries), including familiarity with UK and European data assets</li><li>Strong skills in observational study design and protocol development</li><li>Experience working with large datasets in partnership with statisticians/programmers; hands‑on experience with SAS and/or R is preferred</li><li>Research output commensurate with career stage (e.g., peer‑reviewed manuscripts, abstracts, scientific presentations)</li><li>Solid knowledge of core epidemiologic and pharmacoepidemiologic methods and of healthcare data structures in major markets</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong problem‑solving ability</li><li>Proven ability to work effectively in cross‑functional teams and collaborate with colleagues from diverse scientific and professional backgrounds</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Preferred experience and skills</b></p><ul><li>Broad experience applying epidemiologic methods to pharmaceutical or biotechnology research questions</li><li>Familiarity with Good Pharmacovigilance Practices (GVP), Good Pharmacoepidemiology Practices, and FDA/EMA guidance on RWE/RWD</li></ul><div></div><p><b>Why join us?</b></p><ul><li>Work with rich, diverse real‑world data sources from the U.S., UK, Europe, and beyond</li><li>Influence decisions across the product lifecycle – from early development through post‑marketing</li><li>Be part of a collaborative, scientifically rigorous Epidemiology department with strong links across R&amp;D</li><li>Grow your career in an environment that values innovation in methods, curiosity, and scientific excellence</li></ul><p></p><p>If you are passionate about leveraging real‑world data and epidemiologic methods to improve patient outcomes, we would like to hear from you.</p><p></p><p>Closing date for applications: 24/03/2026</p><p></p><p><b>Required Skills: </b></p>Data Analysis, Data Management, Electronic Health Records (EHR), Epidemiology, Machine Learning (ML), Pharmacovigilance, Regulatory Compliance, Researching, Scientific Presentations, Scientific Publications, Technical Advice<p></p><p><b>Preferred Skills: </b></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left">Current Employees apply <a target="_blank" href="https://wd5.myworkday.com/msd/d/task/1422$6687.htmld">HERE</a></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left">Current Contingent Workers apply <a target="_blank" href="https://wd5.myworkday.com/msd/d/task/1422$4020.htmld">HERE</a></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully </b><br />Merck &amp; 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