Senior Director, Global Epidemiology
UltraGenix PharmaceuticalUnited States - RemotePosted 5 March 2026
Job Description
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<div><em>Be a hero for our rare disease patients</em></div>
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<div>At Ultragenyx, we fundamentally believe that taking real impactful action to care for the needs of patients and our people is always the right thing to do. To achieve this goal, our vision is to lead the future of rare disease medicine. For us, this means going where other biopharma companies won’t go – challenging the status quo and creating a new model that advances our field so more patients and caregivers can benefit from life-changing treatments. We do this by following the science, applying a novel rapid development approach, making innovative medicines at fair and reasonable prices, and creating a collaborative ecosystem to reach patients in ways that are most meaningful for them. </div>
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<div>Our commitment and care for patients extends to our people, so culture is an essential cornerstone for Ultragenyx. We remain continuously focused on creating a supportive and inclusive environment of profound learning and growth – so employees can thrive in all areas of their lives, in and outside of work. Ultimately, we want to be an organization where we would be proud for our family, friends and children to work.</div>
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<div>If you want to have a meaningful impact, do the best work of your career, and grow a lot, both professionally and personally, come join our team<em>. </em></div></div><h3 style="text-align: left;"><strong>Position Summary:</strong></h3>
<p style="text-align: left;"><strong><em>ultra</em></strong><em>focused – Work together to fearlessly uncover new possibilities</em></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">This key position will represent Global Epidemiology across functional teams for translational research, business development, pipeline and commercialized programs. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":256}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">The Senior Director Global Epidemiology is responsible for epidemiology strategy and leadership among cross-functional project teams including leadership for epidemiology across the portfolio of Ultragenyx programs globally.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":256}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Generate epidemiology data to support clinical development and regulatory filings. This includes design, implementation and data analysis of epidemiological studies. Provide consultation as an internal subject matter authority in epidemiology to other departments.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":256}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Research activities can include generation and analysis of evidence around incidence, prevalence, morbidity and mortality, as well as partnership across all relevant initiatives across Ultragenyx disease areas. They will be responsible for collaboratively leading the discussion and implementation of modern and innovative epidemiological approaches to help evaluate the efficacy, safety and ultimately help inform the benefit-risk profile of a drug based on data from different sources.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":256}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">This global role will lead epidemiological assessments using existing bodies of evidence and generating data where they do not exist. They will assist with any relevant epidemiological and outcomes research, statistical analysis plans, and analysis output as requested across programs.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":256}"> </span></p>
<h3 style="text-align: left;"><strong>Work Model: </strong></h3>
<p style="text-align: left;">Remote: Officially documented as working full-time from home, with travel to Ultragenyx's offices or other locations on occasion as needed.</p>
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