Epidemiologist — Patient Population Sizing
Listing checked August 29, 2026 · pay as published by Mercor
Overview
Mercor is partnering with a biotech and pharma research team on expert human-evaluation work for AI systems that assess commercial drugs and development pipelines. We're looking for an epidemiologist to join a paid pilot study, helping build and refine rubrics for patient population sizing. This could turn into a longer-term engagement as the project expands.
What You'll Do4
- 1Design and assess evaluation frameworks for commercial drugs and drug development programs.
- 2Estimate patient populations for specific drugs or indications based on prevalence, incidence, and the full funnel from diagnosed to treated to addressable patients.
- 3Review patient-population estimates for credibility and proper sourcing, highlighting any risks of overcounting or undercounting.
- 4Apply these methods consistently across the set of drugs and indications included in the pilot.
Requirements4
- 1Based in the US or with deep familiarity with the US healthcare market.
- 2Hands-on experience with biotech and pharma development programs.
- 3Track record of turning real-world data (such as claims, EHR, and registries) into patient funnel estimates.
- 4At least 5 years of applied epidemiology, supported by a graduate degree in epidemiology, biostatistics, or public health.
Who Should Apply
You're a practiced epidemiologist with a strong background in real-world data, and you care deeply about whether a number is defensible. You enjoy critical evaluation — spotting weak sources and questioning assumptions. You're comfortable working independently on a short, focused project.
Salary Insight
$170–$270 per hour, depending on experience. This is a paid pilot engagement with the potential for recurring work.
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