Lead the design, execution, and oversight of HEOR and RWE studies, including observational studies (retrospective/prospective cohorts), economic models, external control arms and indirect treatment comparisons.
Oversee data analysis ensuring methodological rigor and contribute to research reports for internal and external consumption.
Develop and execute integrated HEOR strategies aligned with product development and market access needs.
Identify evidence gaps and define research strategies to address unmet needs, burden of disease, and treatment pathways.
Support development of value messaging tools (e.g., cost-effectiveness models, budget impact models).
Partner cross-functionally with Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, Market Value & Access and Commercial teams to align with data needs.
Build and manage relationships with external experts, academic collaborators, and vendors.
Provide HEOR/RWE expertise to support interactions with HTA agencies.
Lead publication planning and development of HEOR/RWE abstracts, manuscripts, and presentations for scientific congresses and peer-reviewed journals.
Oversee vendor selection and management, ensuring timely, high-quality study execution.
Manage timelines, budgets, and deliverables across multiple projects.
Ensure all HEOR activities adhere to compliance guidelines, internal SOPs, regulatory standards, and ethical guidelines for RWD and economic modeling.

Advanced degree required (PhD, PharmD, MD, MPH, or similar) in health economics, outcomes research, biostatistics, epidemiology or related field.
Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in HEOR, RWE, or outcomes research in pharmaceutical, biotech, consulting, or academic settings.
Strong analytical skills and strong understanding of observational study design, real-world data sources (claims, EMR, registries), and health economic modeling.
Experience with burden of illness studies, and comparative effectiveness research.
Familiarity HTA requirements and RWE regulatory landscape.
Demonstrated ability to successfully lead complex research projects independently and collaboratively.
Strong communication, and scientific writing skills, including publication track record.
Proven cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement capabilities.

Associate Director, Health Economics & Outcomes Research, Real-World Evidence

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