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How much do pharmaceutical epidemiologist jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for pharmaceutical epidemiologist in the United States is $85,222.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $64,000.00 and $101,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are pharmaceutical epidemiologists?

Pharmaceutical epidemiologists are public health professionals who study the effects, uses, and outcomes of pharmaceuticals within populations. They analyze data to assess drug safety, effectiveness, patterns of medication use, and the impact of pharmaceuticals on public health. Their work helps inform regulatory decisions, clinical guidelines, and health policy to ensure medications are used safely and effectively. These experts often collaborate with pharmaceutical companies, government agencies, and healthcare providers.

What is the difference between Pharmaceutical Epidemiologist vs Clinical Research Associate?

AspectPharmaceutical EpidemiologistClinical Research Associate
Required credentialsMaster's or PhD in epidemiology, public health, or related fieldBachelor's or master's in health sciences, clinical research, or related field
Work environmentResearch institutions, pharmaceutical companies, public health agenciesClinical trial sites, hospitals, pharmaceutical companies
Industry usageAnalyzes drug safety, disease patterns, and public health impactMonitors clinical trial progress, ensures protocol compliance

While both roles are vital in the pharmaceutical industry, a Pharmaceutical Epidemiologist focuses on studying drug safety and disease trends at a population level, often working with data analysis and public health policies. In contrast, a Clinical Research Associate primarily oversees the conduct of clinical trials, ensuring compliance and data integrity at trial sites. Both roles require strong scientific backgrounds but serve different functions within drug development and safety monitoring.

What are common challenges faced by pharmaceutical epidemiologists when collaborating with cross-functional teams?

Pharmaceutical epidemiologists often collaborate with clinical researchers, regulatory affairs, and data scientists, which can present challenges like aligning on study objectives, managing different data systems, and navigating varying regulatory requirements. Effective communication and a clear understanding of each team's priorities are crucial to ensure the integrity and applicability of epidemiological studies. Building strong relationships and fostering open dialogue helps streamline processes and ensures that research findings are translated appropriately for regulatory submissions or drug safety monitoring.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Pharmaceutical Epidemiologist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Pharmaceutical Epidemiologist, you need a solid background in epidemiology, biostatistics, and public health, typically supported by an advanced degree such as an MPH or PhD. Familiarity with statistical software (e.g., SAS, R), pharmacovigilance databases, and regulatory requirements is essential. Critical thinking, attention to detail, and strong communication skills set exceptional candidates apart in this role. These skills are crucial for accurately assessing drug safety, interpreting complex data, and ensuring effective communication of findings to stakeholders and regulatory bodies.
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Infographic showing various Pharmaceutical Epidemiologist job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 5% Internship, 51% As Needed, 17% Full Time, 1% Part Time, and 26% Nights. Highlights an 85% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $85,222 per year, or $41 per hour.

Senior Epidemiologist

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.

Charlottesville, VA • On-site

$190K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

Gradient, a Geosyntec Company, is seeking a motivated and resourceful Senior Epidemiologist who will conduct epidemiology analyses for science-based evaluations with a focus on human health risk. Candidate will work independently and also collaboratively with scientists in other disciplines (e.g., toxicologists, exposure scientists, human health risk assessors) and should enjoy fast paced and technically challenging work.  Strong candidates are able to work independently on systematic review, weight-of-evidence evaluation, regulatory comment, litigation support, product safety assessments, and human health risk assessment in the fields of environmental, dietary, pharmaco-epidemiology, pesticide, occupational, and consumer product epidemiology. You will have the opportunity to join our growing practice our Charlottesville, VA office.

Gradient is an environmental and health risk sciences consulting firm specializing in environmental sciences, human and ecological risk sciences, product stewardship, and life sciences. Gradient's scientists have a variety of backgrounds in chemistry, engineering, toxicology, epidemiology, ecotoxicology, medical device and pharmaceuticals, exposure sciences, industrial hygiene, GIS, product safety and liability, and sustainability.

We invest in our people.  Each employee is unique, and your career at Gradient will be too.  We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.

To Learn More Visit: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.


  • Contribute to and lead projects involving occupational health, litigation support, regulatory comment, product safety assessments, and site-specific human health risk assessment.
  • Qualitatively and quantitatively assess exposure and human health risks from chemicals in the environment and consumer products.
  • Perform analyses including but not limited to systematic reviews, weight of evidence reviews, hazard assessments, and preparing tables.
  • Conduct literature searches and critically review and evaluate scientific studies regarding epidemiology and exposure sciences.
  • Contribute to and oversee the preparation of deliverables (reports, memoranda, proposals, agency comments).
  • Manage and contribute to projects of varying scopes and complexity, demonstrating leadership and adaptability across multidisciplinary teams.

  • Bachelor's degree in science field, preferably biological sciences or related field. (required)
  • Advanced degree (e.g., M.S. or Ph.D.) in epidemiology or related field. (preferred) 

  • At least 8 years (10+ preferred) of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. (required)
  • Exceptional written and oral communication. (required)
  • Strong statistical skills and the ability to critically evaluate epidemiology data. (required)
  • Knowledge of food, consumer or medical product, pharmaceutical, pesticide, chemical, occupational, or environmental regulations, air modeling, and other exposure assessment techniques. (preferred)
  • Background in conducting or substantially contributing to systematic reviews. (valuable)

This opportunity will be posted for at least five days. Below are the potential compensation ranges that we in good faith believe are applicable for this role at the time of this posting and are only applicable for jobs to be performed in the specified location(s) below. The typical base salary range for this position is just one component of Geosyntec’s total compensation package for employees. Actual compensation will be determined based on education, experience, skill set and location.

  • Minimum Salary: $117,370/year / Maximum Salary: $190,055/year (Charlottesville, VA)

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible employees.

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