As Director of Pharmacoepidemiology, oversee observational studies, develop regulatory documents, and ensure safety analytics while collaborating cross-functionally.
Scholar Rock is a biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, and delivers life-changing therapies for people with serious diseases that have high unmet need. As a global leader in the biology of the transforming growth factor beta (TGFβ) superfamily of cell proteins and named for the visual resemblance of a scholar rock to protein structures, the clinical-stage company is focused on advancing innovative treatments where protein growth factors are fundamental. Over the past decade, the company has created a pipeline with the potential to advance the standard of care for neuromuscular disease, cardiometabolic disorders, cancer, and other conditions where growth factor-targeted drugs can play a transformational role.
Scholar Rock is the only company to show clinical proof of concept for a muscle-targeted treatment in spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). This commitment to unlocking fundamentally different therapeutic approaches is powered by broad application of a proprietary platform, which has developed novel monoclonal antibodies to modulate protein growth factors with extraordinary selectivity. By harnessing cutting-edge science in disease spaces that are historically under-addressed through traditional therapies, Scholar Rock works every day to create new possibilities for patients. Learn more about the company’s approach at ScholarRock.com and follow @ScholarRock and on LinkedIn.
Summary of Position:
Scholar Rock is seeking an experienced and motivated Director/Senior Director of Pharmacoepidemiology. Reporting to the Head of Drug Safety & Pharmacovigilance, the incumbent will serve as the key subject matter expert within safety and on cross-functional Development and Submission Teams involving epidemiologic analyses. The individual will be the primary point of accountability for the development and oversight of post-authorization studies to fulfill Regulatory Commitments e.g., PMRs, PASS and PAES involving observational study data.
Position Responsibilities:
- Designs, produces and oversees protocols for observational studies using secondary data or primary data collection, including Company-sponsored or other data sources
- Oversee timely and appropriate development of epidemiological sections of regulatory documents for agencies worldwide (e.g., Risk Management Plan, orphan or breakthrough designations, Pediatric Investigation Plan, query responses, advisory committee briefing documents
- Contributes to Risk Management Plans (RMP, PV Plans etc) for products throughout lifecycle
- Performs systematic epidemiologic literature reviews and summaries for relevant safety topics
- Performs signal detection analyses of safety reporting system databases (AERS, Vigibase) using data mining software
- Actively participates including making presentations at meetings including product safety team and Global Patient Safety staff meetings
- May supervise 3rd parties e.g., vendors or contract/other staff
- Supports PV System implementation and maintenance and other Departmental goals and objectives
Candidate Requirements:
- Doctoral degree e.g., PhD or Master’s degree in Epidemiology from an accredited institution
- Minimum of 10 years relevant work experience, preferentially in the Pharmaceutical/Biotechnology industry with a primary focus on epidemiology evidence generation, especially for clinical development support, regulatory submissions and safety
- Solid knowledge of study methodology in general medicine and clinical practice, evidenced by experience in designing/conducting epidemiology studies, including Registries
- Strong knowledge and experience in Global Pharmacovigilance guidelines, Risk Management and regulations; knowledge of international PV regulations is a plus
- Experience with data mining software and applications
- Demonstrated ability to function with a high level of autonomy and develop productive cross-functional collaborations.
- Ability to manage priorities, resources, and performance targets, in a changing environment.
- Ability to communicate proactively with others across functions to ensure shared purpose and clear accountability for future decisions.
Scholar Rock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Top Skills
Data Mining Software
Epidemiological Protocols
Observational Study Data
Regulatory Documents
Scholar Rock Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA Office
301 Binney St, , Cambridge, Massachusetts , United States, 02142
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