At Neurocrine Biosciences, we pride ourselves on having a strong, inclusive, and positive culture based on our shared purpose and values. We know what it takes to be great, and we are as passionate about our people as we are about our purpose - to relieve suffering for people with great needs.
Neurocrine Biosciences is a leading neuroscience-focused, biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs. We are dedicated to discovering and developing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, neuroendocrine and neuropsychiatric disorders. The company's diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, chorea associated with Huntington's disease, classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia, endometriosis* and uterine fibroids,* as well as a robust pipeline including multiple compounds in mid- to late-phase clinical development across our core therapeutic areas. For three decades, we have applied our unique insight into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions. We relentlessly pursue medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases and disorders because you deserve brave science. For more information, visit neurocrine.com, and follow the company on LinkedIn, X and Facebook. (*in collaboration with AbbVie)
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Lead epidemiology and RWE strategies for assigned products, indications, or disease areas
Translate functional strategy into program-level evidence plans supporting development, regulatory, and post-approval needs
Serve as a subject matter expert in epidemiology and RWE, providing scientific guidance to cross-functional teams
Mentor junior staff and contribute to functional planning and prioritization activities
Design and lead epidemiologic and observational studies using real-world data
Partner with R&D teams to integrate RWE into Phase 3 trial design, including feasibility analyses, endpoint validation, and external comparators
Identify opportunities to leverage RWD to optimize protocol design, patient identification, and recruitment
Collaborate with DSPV on epidemiologic analyses supporting safety surveillance and risk assessment
Support development of clinical plans, publications, and integrated evidence deliverables
Partner with HEOR and Market Access teams to support value demonstration and payer-focused evidence
Contribute RWE inputs to HTA submissions and reimbursement strategies
Engage external collaborators and vendors to support high-quality evidence generation
Oversee study execution, vendor performance, timelines, and budgets
Ensure scientific rigor, regulatory compliance, and adherence to internal SOPs
Participate in regulatory submission planning and evidence documentation
Perform other duties as assigned
Masters in Epidemiology, Public Health, or related field AND 10+ years of relevant experience OR
PhD, PharmD, or MD in Epidemiology, Public Health, or related field AND 7+ years of pharmaceutical or biotech experience in epidemiology and/or RWE OR
Previous management experience
Recognized as an internal thought leader with extensive technical and business expertise within a strategic organization
Applies in-depth knowledge of own function, business / commercial / scientific expertise to solve critical issues successfully and innovatively
Evaluates key business / scientific challenges and completes complex, ambiguous initiatives having cross-functional impact
Excellent leadership, coaching and development skills. Ability to effectively lead a team of statistical programmers with demonstrated proficiency in the hiring, training, and supervision of in-house and contract statistical programmers
Strong negotiation and influencing skills
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Excellent interpersonal skills and problem-solving capabilities
Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to work independently and coordinate workload, under pressure, and in a team environment to meet established deadlines
Demonstrated experience leading observational studies and cross-functional evidence initiatives
Strong communication and project leadership skills
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Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/Disability/Vets employer.
We are committed to building a workplace of belonging, respect, and empowerment, and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don’t line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description.
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The annual base salary we reasonably expect to pay is $155,500.00-$296,000.00. Individual pay decisions depend on various factors, such as primary work location, complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. In addition, this position offers an annual bonus with a target of 35% of the earned base salary and eligibility to participate in our equity based long term incentive program. Benefits offered include a retirement savings plan (with company match), paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.