ppAs we continue to expand our Real-World Evidence and Epidemiology capabilities, we are seeking an accomplished bEpidemiologist Director /b to join our growing team.
/p pWe are looking for a client-facing experienced consultant and researcher focused on building client trust through excellence in project delivery across non-interventional/real-world evidence (RWE) and low-interventional studies as well as a broad spectrum of consulting areas (eg, clinical development, RWE, health economics, and outcomes research (HEOR)).
/p h3Job Overview /h3 pAs Director, Epidemiology, you will serve as a trusted advisor to clients and a senior methodological leader within Fortrea Consulting.
You will lead complex epidemiology and real-world evidence engagements, providing scientific oversight across study design, methodology, analysis, interpretation, and communication of findings.
/p pYou will work closely with pharmaceutical and biotechnology clients to address critical evidence-generation needs, support regulatory and payer decision-making, and deliver scientifically robust solutions that create meaningful impact across healthcare.
/p pIn addition to client delivery, you will play a key role in business development, thought leadership, innovation, and the continued growth of Fortrea's epidemiology practice.
/p h3What You Will Do /h3 h3Scientific Leadership Client Advisory /h3 ul liProvide senior scientific and methodological leadership across observational, non-interventional, and real-world evidence studies.
/li liAdvise clients on evidence-generation strategies that support clinical development, regulatory submissions, market access, and health technology assessment requirements.
/li liLead the design and oversight of complex epidemiologic and real-world evidence research programs.
/li liEnsure scientific rigor, methodological excellence, and regulatory relevance across client deliverables.
/li liCommunicate complex scientific concepts and study findings effectively to technical and non-technical audiences, including regulatory, payer, and executive stakeholders.
/li /ul h3Client Delivery Strategic Consulting /h3 ul liLead client engagements and act as a trusted advisor throughout the project lifecycle.
/li liDeliver strategic epidemiology, pharmacoepidemiology, and real-world evidence expertise across a broad range of consulting assignments.




/li liManage multidisciplinary project teams to ensure successful delivery of high-quality solutions.
/li liProvide expert guidance on study design, data strategy, and analytical approaches to address client business and scientific objectives.
/li liDrive quality, innovation, and excellence across all client-facing activities.
/li /ul h3Business Development Practice Growth /h3 ul liContribute to the identification, pursuit, and successful delivery of new business opportunities.
/li liDevelop and strengthen long-term client relationships through exceptional scientific leadership and service delivery.
/li liLead the epidemiology component of proposals, study scoping, budgeting activities, bid defenses, and capability presentations.
/li liSupport the continued growth and market positioning of Fortrea Consulting through thought leadership and industry engagement.
/li /ul h3Innovation Thought Leadership /h3 ul liAdvance Fortrea's epidemiology and real-world evidence capabilities through innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.
/li liAuthor and contribute to scientific publications, white papers, conference presentations, and industry thought leadership activities.
/li liHelp define best practices that strengthen methodological excellence, scientific credibility, and evidence-generation standards across the organization.
/li /ul h3People Leadership /h3 ul liMentor, coach, and develop epidemiologists and multidisciplinary consulting professionals.
/li liSupport talent development, succession planning, and recruitment activities.
/li liFoster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing culture.
/li liLead project teams and provide performance guidance and professional development support.
/li /ul h3What We Are Looking For /h3 ul liDoctoral-level degree in Epidemiology, Pharmacoepidemiology, Public Health, or a related quantitative health science discipline.
/li liEquivalent experience may be considered in lieu of educational requirements.




/li liDemonstrated scientific leadership and technical expertise in epidemiology applied to non-interventional and real-world evidence research.
/li liProven success leading client engagements and managing multidisciplinary project teams.
/li liExperience developing and maintaining strong client relationships.
/li liStrong interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
/li liCollaborative leadership style with the ability to work effectively across disciplines and global teams.
/li /ul h3Required Experience /h3 ul liA minimum of 10 years of experience applying epidemiological methods within consulting, CRO, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, healthcare, academic, or related environments, including significant non-interventional research experience.
/li liDoctoral-level candidates with at least 8 years of relevant experience will also be considered.
/li liMinimum 6 years of experience leading teams, mentoring staff, and managing complex projects.
/li /ul h3Preferred Qualifications /h3 ul liPhD, DrPH, PharmD, MD, or equivalent advanced scientific qualification.
/li liDeep expertise in real-world evidence, observational research, and applied epidemiology.
/li liSolid understanding of secondary real-world data sources (eg, claims, CPRD/NHS, EHR, registries) /li liExperience with external control arms/synthetic controls, natural history studies, and HEOR deliverables (eg, comparative-effectiveness studies, payer evidence, indirect treatment comparisons) /li liExperience supporting evidence generation for regulatory, reimbursement, and health technology assessment purposes.
/li liStrong business development, consulting, and problem-solving capabilities.
/li liExperience working within multidisciplinary environments spanning epidemiology, market access, biostatistics, healthcare analytics, and health economics.
/li liAbility to influence strategic decision-making and develop innovative client solutions.
/li /ul h3Why Join Fortrea?
/h3 pAt Fortrea, you will have the opportunity to shape evidence-generation strategies for leading life sciences organizations while working alongside some of the industry's most respected scientific and consulting professionals.
/p pYou will join a collaborative team committed to scientific excellence, innovation, and delivering meaningful impact for clients and patients worldwide.
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📌 Epidemiologist Director (Milano)
🏢 Fortrea
📍 Milano