Head of Health, Economics & Outcomes Research (HEOR)

Accountabilities:

• Lead and maintain HEOR evidence-generation strategies in collaboration with RWE, Clinical Development, Regulatory, Medical Affairs & Evidence Generation, Market Access, and Commercialization teams, ensuring alignment with molecule and indication strategies and broader integrated evidence plans.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of HEOR scientists responsible for strategic evidence-generation planning, study execution, analysis timelines, and budget management, while partnering with internal stakeholders and external experts to deliver high-impact work on time.
• Develop the long-term evolution of the HEOR organization to support a growing commercialization portfolio and multiple anticipated launches across markets, while prioritizing resources and reducing unnecessary administrative burden.
• Partner closely with Market Access teams to identify local evidence needs and priorities and ensure coordinated, timely execution across relevant markets.
• Support HEOR scientists in identifying, prioritizing, and executing value-evidence projects while considering HCP and patient advocacy perspectives, regulatory requirements, legal considerations, and compliance standards.
• Monitor developments across the external HEOR, payer, HTA, healthcare, and technology environments and translate emerging trends into evidence-generation priorities and capability strategy.
• Lead dissemination of HEOR evidence through high-quality publications and scientific collaborations with investigators, HCPs, KOLs, and patient advocates, supporting engagement with payers and HTA organizations.
• Build and maintain relationships with relevant HCPs, KOLs, patient advocacy groups, and external experts to inform evidence strategies and support study execution.
• Contribute as a member of the Medical Affairs & Evidence Generation Leadership Team, supporting the broader vision, organizational excellence, and professional development of the community.
• Participate in government relations activities and support evidence-generation initiatives aligned with organizational strategies.
• Develop and deliver HEOR and value-evidence presentations to internal and external stakeholders when required, in partnership with Market Access and Medical Affairs & Evidence Generation teams.
• Conduct internal education and training to increase organizational understanding of HEOR, the importance of value evidence, and the challenges involved in developing and executing evidence-generation programs.

Requirements:

• Advanced degree in Health Economics, Epidemiology, Health Services Research, or a related discipline is required, such as a PhD, MS, or MPH.
• At least 12 years of consulting and/or pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry experience, including knowledge of pharmaceutical development, scientific project management, HEOR methodologies and deliverables, evidence generation, and relevant compliance and regulatory requirements.
• At least 7 years of HEOR experience, with in-depth knowledge of project development and execution from feasibility assessment and evidence-need identification through prospective study design, governance, external stakeholder management, and execution.
• Demonstrated expertise across a broad range of HEOR methodologies, including cost-effectiveness, cost-utility, cost-benefit and budget-impact modeling, literature reviews and evidence synthesis, comparative effectiveness research, observational and non-interventional studies, and prospective cohort studies.
• Experience supporting markets worldwide is strongly valued, particularly exposure to the United States, Europe, and Asia.
• Proven experience building, leading, and developing HEOR teams, with a leadership approach that empowers team members, supports ownership of work, and promotes continued professional growth.
• Strong cross-functional leadership skills and the ability to operate effectively in complex, matrixed environments while balancing the needs of multiple stakeholders and markets.
• Excellent communication skills, including active listening, clear and persuasive verbal communication, strong writing, and the ability to communicate complex HEOR evidence to diverse audiences.
• A collaborative and co-creative approach, with the ability to synthesize input from multiple stakeholders, give and receive feedback, and contribute to a positive team environment.
• Strong strategic and innovative thinking, with the ability to anticipate changes in treatment landscapes, technology, payer expectations, and HTA requirements and adapt evidence strategies accordingly.
• Strong prioritization, adaptability, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing demands, navigate unexpected changes, and balance short- and long-term objectives.
• Ability to travel up to 30% of the time as needed and spend some time each month in at least one company office. The role can be remote, with a preference for candidates based in the Northeast.

Benefits:

• Remote position in the United States, with a preference for candidates located in the Northeast.
• Annual base salary range of $328,000–$451,000 USD, with individual compensation determined based on relevant experience, skills, demonstrated competencies, internal equity, and other job-related factors.
• Eligibility to participate in short-term and long-term incentive programs, subject to applicable plan terms and policies.
• Comprehensive benefits package including retirement savings plans, health benefits, and other benefits subject to applicable plans and program guidelines.
• Inclusive work environment with equal consideration for applicants regardless of legally protected characteristics.
• Reasonable accommodations available during the application, interview, and candidate selection process.