About the role
When our values align, there's no limit to what we can achieve.
At Parexel, we all share the same goal - to improve the world's health. From clinical trials to regulatory, consulting, and market access, every clinical development solution we provide is underpinned by something special - a deep conviction in what we do. Each of us, no matter what we do at Parexel, contributes to the development of a therapy that ultimately will benefit a patient. We take our work personally, we do it with empathy and we're committed to making a difference. Epidemiologist (PhD) – Real-World Evidence & Epidemiology Location: Canada (Remote) Make an Impact Through Science Parexel is seeking a PhD-level Epidemiologist to join our Real-World Evidence (RWE) team. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent PhD graduate who is passionate about applying epidemiologic and quantitative methods to healthcare research. We are particularly interested in candidates with biostatistics expertise and experience working with complex healthcare data. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Public Health, Data Analytics, Health Outcomes Research, or a closely related field, and a strong interest in real-world evidence generation for the biopharmaceutical industry. Industry experience is not required. We welcome candidates from academic, research, healthcare, or public health settings.
What You'll Do Epidemiology & Real-World Evidence Research Support the design, conduct, and reporting of epidemiologic and real-world evidence studies. Develop scientific content for study protocols, reports, manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and presentations. Conduct literature reviews and evidence assessments to inform study design and interpretation. Contribute to the selection of appropriate study designs, data sources, and analytical approaches. Review epidemiology-related deliverables to ensure scientific rigor and quality. Collaborate with biostatisticians, medical writers, data scientists, and other cross-functional team members on research projects. Scientific Collaboration Communicate epidemiologic concepts and study findings to internal and external stakeholders. Contribute to scientific discussions related to study methodology, real-world data, and evidence generation. Support the development of innovative approaches to epidemiologic and observational research. Business Development Support Assist with background research and epidemiology sections of proposals and client opportunities. Support development of responses to Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Requests for Information (RFIs). Thought Leadership Contribute to publications, conference presentations, and posters. Help advance Parexel's scientific reputation in epidemiology, real-world evidence, and data-driven research.
What We're Looking For Required Qualifications PhD required in: Epidemiology Biostatistics Public Health Data Analytics Real-World Evidence/Outcomes Research Health Services Research Or a closely related quantitative discipline Strong understanding of epidemiologic principles, observational research, and study design. Experience conducting independent research and communicating scientific findings. Fluent in English. Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. Preferred Qualifications Strong preference for candidates with biostatistics training or experience. Experience analyzing healthcare, public health, clinical, observational, registry, claims, or electronic health record data. Knowledge of real-world evidence methodologies and non-interventional study designs. Experience using statistical programming tools such as: R SAS Python Other analytical software Experience with prospective or retrospective cohort studies, case-control studies, or other epidemiologic research methods. Ideal Candidate Profile You may be a: Recent or upcoming PhD graduate in Epidemiology or Biostatistics; 0-3 years of experience. PhD Epidemiologist with strong quantitative and analytical skills. PhD Biostatistician interested in applying statistical methods to real-world health research. Public health researcher with advanced training in data analytics and population health research.
Why Join Parexel? Fully remote opportunity based in Canada. Work alongside leading experts in epidemiology, biostatistics, and real-world evidence. Apply advanced research methods to address important healthcare questions. Contribute to publications, scientific presentations, and high-impact research programs. Gain exposure to diverse therapeutic areas and global healthcare data sources.
If you are a PhD-trained researcher with a passion for epidemiology, biostatistics, and real-world evidence, we encourage you to apply. #LI-SM1
About Parexel
Parexel is among the world’s largest clinical research organizations (CROs), providing the full range of Phase I to IV clinical development services to help life-saving treatments reach patients faster. Leveraging the breadth of our clinical, regulatory and therapeutic expertise, our team of more than 21,000 global professionals collaborates with biopharmaceutical leaders, emerging innovators and sites to design and deliver clinical trials with patients in mind, increasing access and participation to make clinical research a care option for anyone, anywhere. Our depth of industry knowledge and strong track record gained over the past 40 years is moving the industry forward and advancing clinical research in healthcare’s most complex areas, while our innovation ecosystem offers the best solutions to make every phase of the clinical trial process more efficient. With the people, insight and focus on operational excellence, we work With HeartTM every day to treat patients with dignity and continuously learn from their experiences, so every trial makes a difference. For more information, visit parexel.com.
Community Guidelines Because Parexel’s social media channels are open to the general public and employees, we are not responsible for views expressed other than our own. However, we do not tolerate posts that are:
• Abusive, harassing or threatening to others. • Defamatory, offensive, obscene, vulgar or depicting violence. • Hateful targeting by race/ethnicity, age, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual preference or orientation, nationality or political beliefs. • Sexually explicit or pornographic. • Fraudulent, deceptive, libelous, misleading or unlawful. • Referencing criminal or illegal activity. • Spamming.
We reserve the right to remove any comments that do not adhere to our guidelines as well as report users who violate the rules of our page.
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About the role
When our values align, there's no limit to what we can achieve.
At Parexel, we all share the same goal - to improve the world's health. From clinical trials to regulatory, consulting, and market access, every clinical development solution we provide is underpinned by something special - a deep conviction in what we do. Each of us, no matter what we do at Parexel, contributes to the development of a therapy that ultimately will benefit a patient. We take our work personally, we do it with empathy and we're committed to making a difference. Epidemiologist (PhD) – Real-World Evidence & Epidemiology Location: Canada (Remote) Make an Impact Through Science Parexel is seeking a PhD-level Epidemiologist to join our Real-World Evidence (RWE) team. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent PhD graduate who is passionate about applying epidemiologic and quantitative methods to healthcare research. We are particularly interested in candidates with biostatistics expertise and experience working with complex healthcare data. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Public Health, Data Analytics, Health Outcomes Research, or a closely related field, and a strong interest in real-world evidence generation for the biopharmaceutical industry. Industry experience is not required. We welcome candidates from academic, research, healthcare, or public health settings.
What You'll Do Epidemiology & Real-World Evidence Research Support the design, conduct, and reporting of epidemiologic and real-world evidence studies. Develop scientific content for study protocols, reports, manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and presentations. Conduct literature reviews and evidence assessments to inform study design and interpretation. Contribute to the selection of appropriate study designs, data sources, and analytical approaches. Review epidemiology-related deliverables to ensure scientific rigor and quality. Collaborate with biostatisticians, medical writers, data scientists, and other cross-functional team members on research projects. Scientific Collaboration Communicate epidemiologic concepts and study findings to internal and external stakeholders. Contribute to scientific discussions related to study methodology, real-world data, and evidence generation. Support the development of innovative approaches to epidemiologic and observational research. Business Development Support Assist with background research and epidemiology sections of proposals and client opportunities. Support development of responses to Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Requests for Information (RFIs). Thought Leadership Contribute to publications, conference presentations, and posters. Help advance Parexel's scientific reputation in epidemiology, real-world evidence, and data-driven research.
What We're Looking For Required Qualifications PhD required in: Epidemiology Biostatistics Public Health Data Analytics Real-World Evidence/Outcomes Research Health Services Research Or a closely related quantitative discipline Strong understanding of epidemiologic principles, observational research, and study design. Experience conducting independent research and communicating scientific findings. Fluent in English. Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. Preferred Qualifications Strong preference for candidates with biostatistics training or experience. Experience analyzing healthcare, public health, clinical, observational, registry, claims, or electronic health record data. Knowledge of real-world evidence methodologies and non-interventional study designs. Experience using statistical programming tools such as: R SAS Python Other analytical software Experience with prospective or retrospective cohort studies, case-control studies, or other epidemiologic research methods. Ideal Candidate Profile You may be a: Recent or upcoming PhD graduate in Epidemiology or Biostatistics; 0-3 years of experience. PhD Epidemiologist with strong quantitative and analytical skills. PhD Biostatistician interested in applying statistical methods to real-world health research. Public health researcher with advanced training in data analytics and population health research.
Why Join Parexel? Fully remote opportunity based in Canada. Work alongside leading experts in epidemiology, biostatistics, and real-world evidence. Apply advanced research methods to address important healthcare questions. Contribute to publications, scientific presentations, and high-impact research programs. Gain exposure to diverse therapeutic areas and global healthcare data sources.
If you are a PhD-trained researcher with a passion for epidemiology, biostatistics, and real-world evidence, we encourage you to apply. #LI-SM1
About Parexel
Parexel is among the world’s largest clinical research organizations (CROs), providing the full range of Phase I to IV clinical development services to help life-saving treatments reach patients faster. Leveraging the breadth of our clinical, regulatory and therapeutic expertise, our team of more than 21,000 global professionals collaborates with biopharmaceutical leaders, emerging innovators and sites to design and deliver clinical trials with patients in mind, increasing access and participation to make clinical research a care option for anyone, anywhere. Our depth of industry knowledge and strong track record gained over the past 40 years is moving the industry forward and advancing clinical research in healthcare’s most complex areas, while our innovation ecosystem offers the best solutions to make every phase of the clinical trial process more efficient. With the people, insight and focus on operational excellence, we work With HeartTM every day to treat patients with dignity and continuously learn from their experiences, so every trial makes a difference. For more information, visit parexel.com.
Community Guidelines Because Parexel’s social media channels are open to the general public and employees, we are not responsible for views expressed other than our own. However, we do not tolerate posts that are:
• Abusive, harassing or threatening to others. • Defamatory, offensive, obscene, vulgar or depicting violence. • Hateful targeting by race/ethnicity, age, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual preference or orientation, nationality or political beliefs. • Sexually explicit or pornographic. • Fraudulent, deceptive, libelous, misleading or unlawful. • Referencing criminal or illegal activity. • Spamming.
We reserve the right to remove any comments that do not adhere to our guidelines as well as report users who violate the rules of our page.