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Penn State University

Adjunct Instructor

Hershey, PA · On-site

Classes will be doctoral level classes in the Division of Epidemiology and candidates should have a PhD or equivalent in Epidemiology or a closely related field and have an active research portfolio.

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Epidemiologist

Harrisburg, PA · Hybrid

$100K - $153K/yr

Possession of either a Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) degree, Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in epidemiology, Doctoral degree in Medicine (MD), Osteopathy (DO), Dental Surgery/Medicine (DDS/DDM ...

City of Waco, TX

Epidemiologist

Waco, TX · On-site

$64K/yr

Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Biological Science, or a related science field ... Analyzes PHD disease trends and mortality and morbidity rates and develops comparison reports.

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How much do phd in epidemiology jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for phd in epidemiology 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 is the difference between Phd In Epidemiology vs Epidemiologist?

AspectPhd In EpidemiologyEpidemiologist
Required CredentialsDoctoral degree (PhD) in Epidemiology or related fieldBachelor's or Master's degree, often with relevant experience
Work EnvironmentAcademic, research institutions, or advanced research rolesPublic health agencies, hospitals, research organizations
Industry UsagePrepares for research, teaching, or policy development rolesConducts disease surveillance, outbreak investigations, and data analysis

While a Phd In Epidemiology focuses on advanced research, teaching, and policy development, an Epidemiologist typically conducts disease investigations and data analysis in public health settings. Both roles require a strong background in epidemiology, but the PhD prepares for higher-level research and academic positions, whereas epidemiologists work directly in disease control and prevention.

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Director, Epidemiology (California)

Director, Epidemiology (California)

Scorpion Therapeutics

California, MO • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Director, RWE Inflammation (Real-World Evidence)Responsibilities
  • Lead development, execution, and communication of the global RWE strategy for one or more Inflammation pipeline/lifecycle indications; accountable for global delivery supporting clinical development and regulatory submissions.
  • Apply robust scientific methods and fit‑for‑purpose data aligned to clinical development plans.
  • Generate real‑world evidence: natural history, population characterization, treatment patterns/unmet need; external comparators/controls (multi‑database EHR/claims and chart review/abstraction as needed); benchmarking outcomes; comparative safety/effectiveness; post‑authorization studies.
  • Ensure observational study planning/execution: feasibility, data sourcing, vendor oversight, data governance; registration; ethics/IRB; protocol, SAP, study report, disclosure, and inspection/audit readiness.
  • Communicate RWE utility across the product lifecycle and drive use of findings.
  • Contribute to epidemiology/RWE components of global regulatory deliverables with traceability and documentation.
  • Represent RWE in cross‑functional teams.
People Leader Accountabilities
  • Create Inclusion
  • Develop Talent
  • Empower Teams
Requirements / Qualifications
  • PhD/ScD and/or MSc/MPH in Epidemiology; minimum 8 years post‑graduation (preferred ≥6 in biopharma).
  • Regulatory‑facing RWE experience (submissions/label expansions, Health Authority interactions, post‑authorization commitments).
  • Experience designing/ conducting observational research (protocol, SAP, study report) with regulatory‑grade documentation and traceability.
  • Multi‑database secondary data analysis (EHR/claims) and RWD complementing methods (e.g., chart review/abstraction; tokenization, endpoint operationalization, data quality).
  • External comparators/controls experience (external control trials, hybrid designs, synthetic control arms) with multi‑source integration and cross‑functional partnership.
  • Knowledge of clinical trial data standards; ability to translate RWD/RWE outputs into documented deliverables.
  • Operationalize complex observational studies in regulated environments (vendor oversight, privacy/security, provenance, SOP development, governance).
  • Publications in observational study design/analysis/interpretation preferred.
Education / Experience (minimum)

Bachelor’s +12 years OR Master’s +10 years OR PhD +8 years.

Benefits / Compensation (explicit)
  • Bay Area: $226,185–$292,710
  • Other US: $205,615–$266,090
  • May be eligible for bonus, long‑term incentives, paid time off, and company-sponsored medical/dental/vision/life insurance.
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