Senior Director Epidemiology lead Japan

Business Introduction At GSK, we have bold ambitions for patients, aiming to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade. Our R&D focuses on discovering and delivering vaccines and medicines, combining our understanding of the immune system with cutting-edge technology to transform people’s lives. GSK fosters a culture ambitious for patients, accountable for impact, and committed to doing the right thing, making sure that we focus our efforts on accelerating significant assets that meet patients’ needs and have the highest probability of success. We’re uniting science, technology, and talent to get ahead of disease together.
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Our approach to R&D Position Summary You will lead and inspire the epidemiology function in Japan, driving evidence generation and strategy that supports development, regulatory, and safety decisions. Working closely with cross-functional teams locally and globally, you will shape epidemiology programs that help improve patient outcomes. We seek a collaborative leader with strong scientific expertise and a passion to grow and develop a diverse team. Join us to make a meaningful impact while advancing your career in a role that unites science, technology, and talent to get ahead of disease together. Responsibilities This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career. These responsibilities include some of the following: - Lead the design and execution of epidemiology and real-world evidence strategies that support assets and portfolios in Japan. - Manage, develop, and inspire a team of epidemiologists to deliver high-quality evidence aligned with business goals. - Collaborate with clinical development, safety, regulatory, and medical affairs teams to integrate epidemiology insights into decision-making. - Oversee post-marketing surveillance, safety studies, risk management, and observational research to ensure patient safety and product value. - Build and maintain partnerships with external experts, academic institutions, and research organizations relevant to epidemiology in Japan. - Promote innovation by applying advanced epidemiology methods and real-world data to strengthen evidence generation. Why You? Basic Qualification We are seeking professionals with the following required skills and qualifications to help us achieve our goals: - Doctorate degree (PhD, MD, DrPH) in epidemiology, public health, or a related quantitative health science. - At least 5 years of experience in applied epidemiology, preferably in pharmaceutical or biotechnology settings. - Experience leading epidemiologic studies, including observational and safety research. - Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. - Strong leadership skills, including team management and staff development. - Excellent communication skills in English and Japanese to engage with stakeholders internally and externally. Preferred Qualification If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus: - Experience in pharmacoepidemiology or real-world evidence generation within the Japanese market. - Familiarity with regulatory requirements and expectations for epidemiology studies in Japan. - Ability to influence and build relationships in a matrixed, cross-functional environment. - Experience working with large databases such as electronic health records or claims data. - Track record of scientific publication or presentation at conferences. - Comfortable working in a hybrid environment with flexibility for on-site presence in Japan. Working Arrangement This is primarily an on-site role based in Japan with flexibility to support hybrid working arrangements. We encourage you to apply if you want to lead epidemiology efforts in Japan that make a real difference. Your expertise will be valued and your career supported as we work together to get ahead of disease. Join us and bring your passion to a team that welcomes your ideas and talents.

Skills

Business Acumen, Drug Development, Pharmacoepidemiology, Real World Data, Real World Evidence (RWE), Strategic Influence

 

 

Why GSK?

Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

 

GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases – to impact health at scale.

 

People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.

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