Job Overview
IQVIA is hiring to expand our dedicated Real-World Evidence (RWE) FSP team, working fully embedded within a leading pharmaceutical client in their virology therapeutic area. This Epidemiological Programmer role, within the Data Science, Analytics, and Technology Solutions (DATS) team, will lead dataset development and analyses for observational studies within a single client portfolio. The role includes integrating patient-reported outcomes (PRO) with clinical endpoints, linking survey and real-world data to generate actionable insights, and ensuring the quality of survey and cohort datasets. Individuals in this role will apply expertise in survey methodology and cohort study design to support multi-study analytics and implementation-focused outputs.
Essential Functions
- Lead the analysis of patient-reported outcomes (PRO) and integrate findings with primary and secondary clinical outcomes
- Link survey data with real-world data (RWD) to generate actionable, decision-ready insights
- Monitor and ensure the quality, consistency, and integrity of survey and cohort datasets
- Apply expertise in survey methodology and cohort study design to support multi-study analytics and delivery of implementation-focused outputs
- Collaborate cross-functionally to translate analytical results into clear, impactful insights for stakeholders
- Conduct and QC analyses, including identification of diagnosis and treatment codes and applying statistical methods to handle censoring, confounding, and missing data
- Collaborate with epidemiologists to define specifications for descriptive and complex statistics (e.g., longitudinal analysis, survival analysis, regression models) in studies using RWD for research questions
- Develop and QC TFLs for protocols, reports, and manuscripts using RWD
- Support development of other study documents including protocols, statistical analysis plans, and study reports
- Communicate timelines, progress reports, and results to project team and key stakeholders
- Provide technical, programming, and statistical expertise and independently bring project solutions to team for complex studies
- Demonstrate familiarity with both primary and secondary data analyses, including experience working with EMR and claims data
Qualifications
- Master's Degree in Biostatistics, Epidemiology, Data Science or related field with 5–8 years relevant experience or PhD with 3 years relevant experience required
- Strong experience with patient-reported outcomes (PRO) analysis and integration with clinical endpoints
- Demonstrated proficiency in advanced statistical programming using SAS and/or R, macros, SQL required
- Prior pharmaceutical experience and virology experience are a plus
- Excellent analytic and communication skills with attention to detail
- Ability to effectively manage and prioritize multiple tasks and projects
IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com
IQVIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law. https://jobs.iqvia.com/eoe
IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.
The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $88,300.00 - $220,900.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.Skills Required
- Master's Degree in Biostatistics, Epidemiology, Data Science or related field
- 5-8 years relevant experience or PhD with 3 years relevant experience
- Strong experience with patient-reported outcomes (PRO) analysis
- Demonstrated proficiency in advanced statistical programming using SAS and/or R, macros, SQL
- Prior pharmaceutical experience and virology experience
IQVIA Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits include an employer match structure that supports employee contributions through a defined formula. This adds steady long-term value to total rewards beyond base salary.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off offerings include vacation/paid time off, holidays, and flexibility themes, with some roles described as having discretionary or unlimited time-off models. This can make the package feel more attractive even when cash compensation is viewed as only mid-range.
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What We Do
IQVIA (NYSE:IQV) is a leading global provider of advanced analytics, technology solutions, and clinical research services to the life sciences industry. IQVIA creates intelligent connections across all aspects of healthcare through its analytics, transformative technology, big data resources and extensive domain expertise. IQVIA Connected Intelligence™ delivers powerful insights with speed and agility — enabling customers to accelerate the clinical development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments that improve healthcare outcomes for patients. With approximately 70,000 employees, IQVIA conducts operations in more than 100 countries. To learn more, visit www.iqvia.com.







