Associate Director, Health Economics & Outcomes Research/Real-World Evidence (HEOR/RWE)

Key Responsibilities

• 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).

Operational Leadership & Governance

• 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.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree required (PhD, PharmD, MD, MPH, or similar) in health economics, outcomes research, biostatistics, epidemiology or related field.
• Minimum of 5 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 with 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.