Data Scientist, Life Scientist - Vaccines Medical Evidence Generation Lead (m/f/d)

In their scope is the generation of medical evidence that is aligned with business priorities and increases the medical value for our vaccines in Germany and Austria. This includes the development and execution of the country-specific iEGPs (integrated Evidence Generation Plans), with a focus on preparing launches, supporting market access and expansion, and demonstrating the continued value of our licensed vaccines, in alignment with local Medical Plans and global MEG strategies.

Key will be the timely publication of relevant study results through conference presentations / posters and scientific peer-reviewed publications, as well as participation in external scientific engagements.

• Collaborate with local Medical and EbM / HEOR teams to identify evidence gaps and support development and business strategies.
• Serve as the local expert for Global Medical Franchise MEG teams, ensuring excellence in evidence generation, especially for pre-launch and launch vaccines.
• Promote collaboration and dialogue with external health care practitioners, organizations, and research partners to integrate insights into strategy and operational plans.
• Initiate and supervise epidemiological and clinical studies in compliance with regulations, ensuring high-quality methodology and effective dissemination of results.
• Monitor epidemiology of infectious diseases and develop digital solutions to improve data usability, representing global MEG in country medical leadership for seamless communication and alignment.

• Education:
  • Advanced university degree in life sciences, epidemiology, biostatistics, data science or equivalent discipline.
  • Previous experience with vaccines or infectious diseases is advantageous.
• Experience:
  • At least 3-5 years of experience in the field of clinical epidemiology / public health, real-world evidence, pharmaco-epidemiology, or health outcomes research, with experience in developing prospective epidemiological studies.
  • Proven experience in strategic evidence generation and the ability to critically evaluate data, methods, and study designs, and to link these aspects with the evolving product strategy.
• Soft skills and technical knowledge:
  • Strategic thinking & demonstrated experience in strategic evidence generation.
  • Analysis of data needs and/or data sources for a disease area or vaccine.
  • Significant peer-reviewed publication track record in epidemiology, clinical and statistical and/or HEOR journals required.
  • Demonstrated network collaboration experience, including with complex global matrix teams, ability to cooperate cross-functionally.
  • Scientific excellence, strong motivation for public health.
  • Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Language:
  • Fluent in English and German.

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.
• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
• Benefit from a well-thought-out benefits package that rewards your contribution and commitment.
• We take care of you and your family with a wide range of health and social such as high-quality healthcare, numerous prevention programs and coverage for long-term illness. Our 14-week paid family leave for both parents is outstanding as well as a wide range of childcare benefits.
• Start your career at an attractive location in the capital of Germany and experience our modern working environment and benefit from hybrid, flexible working time models.