Position Summary This role is responsible for providing strategic leadership in epidemiology at the above‑asset level and leading a global team of Vaccines and Infectious Disease (VID) epidemiologists who collaborate across the matrix to support key functions in R&D, including clinical sciences, development, regulatory, and safety. The role requires deep expertise in real‑world data (RWD), cutting‑edge epidemiologic methods, and technology, and involves developing and implementing a range of epidemiologic studies and measurement strategies in support of investigational assets and marketed products.
Key Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership and direction for VID epidemiology across above‑asset and asset‑level matrix teams
Lead and develop a global team of epidemiologists, ensuring delivery of high‑quality scientific outputs
Oversee the design and execution of epidemiological studies, including observational and real‑world evidence studies
Contribute to internal governance forums and shape epidemiology strategy at portfolio level
Review and guide epidemiology content for regulatory submissions, publications, and scientific presentations
Establish and maintain external collaborations with academic, public health, and research organisations
Drive innovation through the development and implementation of new methodologies, tools, and processes
Represent the organisation in interactions with regulatory authorities and at scientific conferences
Basic Qualifications
PhD, or MD with MPH, in epidemiology, public health, or a related quantitative field
Experience in epidemiology within the pharmaceutical industry, academia, or government setting
Experience designing and conducting observational or safety studies
Experience in vaccines or infectious disease epidemiology
Experience in people leadership or line management
Experience contributing to regulatory documents, scientific publications, or study reports
Preferred Qualifications
Experience leading complex epidemiology programs in vaccines or infectious diseases
Experience with post‑authorisation safety studies and regulatory expectations
Demonstrated ability to influence cross‑functional stakeholders and governance bodies
Experience applying advanced epidemiological methods in real‑world evidence generation
Track record of peer‑reviewed publications or contributions to scientific conferences
Knowledge of regulatory and scientific landscape for RWE in vaccine or drug development
Ability to manage multiple high‑priority projects and deliver results in a matrix environment
Working Arrangement This role is based in the United Kingdom, United States, Amsterdam, or Belgium. The role is hybrid, with an expectation to be on site regularly for team and cross‑functional activities. Flexible working arrangements will be discussed during the hiring process.
Equal Opportunity Employer GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law.
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