Iris Kim, Sc D
About Iris Kim, Sc D
Iris Kim, ScD, is the Associate Director of Epidemiology Strategy, Worldwide Patient Safety at Bristol Myers Squibb in London. She has extensive experience in epidemiology, having held various roles in both the United States and the United Kingdom.
Current Title and Responsibilities
Iris Kim currently serves as the Associate Director of Epidemiology Strategy, Worldwide Patient Safety at Bristol Myers Squibb. Based in London, England, she is responsible for leading epidemiological strategies to enhance patient safety on a global scale. Her role involves utilizing data to inform safety measures and improve overall patient outcomes.
Previous Role at Vertex Pharmaceuticals
Before her current position, Iris Kim worked at Vertex Pharmaceuticals in Boston, Massachusetts. From 2019 to 2021, she served as the Senior Manager of Clinical Epidemiology within the Global Patient Safety division. During her tenure, she contributed to the safety and efficacy assessments of clinical trials, providing valuable epidemiological insights.
Academic Background and Education
Iris Kim completed her Doctor of Science (ScD) in Epidemiology with a minor in Biostatistics at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. She also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Human Development with a concentration in Neuroscience and Aging from Cornell University. Her academic training has equipped her with a robust foundation in epidemiological methods and biostatistics.
International Experience in Epidemiology
Iris Kim has extensive international experience in the field of epidemiology. She spent two years as a Visiting Epidemiologist at the Big Data Institute, Nuffield Department of Population Health, University of Oxford in the United Kingdom. Her career also includes positions in both the United States and the United Kingdom, highlighting her global perspective and adaptability in diverse research environments.
Early Research and Teaching Roles
Iris Kim’s early career includes significant research and teaching roles. She was a Graduate Teaching Assistant and a Graduate Student Researcher in the Department of Epidemiology at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. Additionally, she served as a Predoctoral Research Trainee at the National Institutes of Health and a Predoctoral Research Assistant at Hebrew SeniorLife, affiliated with Harvard Medical School. These positions provided her with critical experience in both academic and clinical research settings.