Global Health Economics & Outcomes Research (HEOR) Associate Director (HYBRID)

Vertex is seeking a talented and motivated individual to join its Global Health Economics & Outcomes Research (HEOR) group in Boston, MA. The Associate Director will participate in shaping and executing HEOR strategies that optimize the value proposition and supporting evidence of Vertex’s innovative renal pipeline asset, povetacicept, a dual inhibitor of the BAFF and APRIL pathways, currently in phase III. This position reports to the Senior Director Global HEOR, Kidney.

Responsibilities

• Leads others to execute complex HEOR evidence generation including cost-effective analysis and budget impact models, prospective and retrospective observational studies, ITCs, meta-analyses and systematic reviews, patient reported outcomes measure development and validation, and other research as needed to support the asset value.
• Gathers and synthesizes insights from Payers, KOLs and HEOR experts; stays current with scientific and policy trends and best practices and applies strategic and content expertise to strategy planning.
• Applies best practices to provide key input to the design of Vertex observational research studies.
• Collaborates with the medical communications teams on publication strategy and ensures that dissemination of HEOR evidence is timely and has maximum impact.
• Partners and works closely with Global Pricing and Market Access to support production of GVD and Value Narrative.

Requirements

• Advanced degree (PhD, MD, Master's degree, MPH, or PharmD) in a relevant discipline.
• Typically requires 8 years of experience, with substantial background in HEOR, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong track record of publication in peer-reviewed journals.
• Provides technical expertise in HEOR and can formulate and lead creative research projects ensuring conduct is technically and scientifically rigorous and reflects best HEOR practices.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills, including presentation skills to communicate difficult concepts and persuade others; comfortable communicating complex concepts and adapting presentation style to a variety of audiences.
• Ability to apply knowledge of US healthcare system, global health technology appraisal requirements, and clinical development, to identify evidence gaps and formulate evidence generation strategies.
• Understanding of the legal and regulatory environment of the pharmaceutical industry, with spotless history of compliance and ethical workplace conduct.

Pay

The pay range for this role is $176,000 - $264,000. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Benefits

• Inclusive market-leading medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Generous paid time off, including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and Winter.
• Educational assistance programs including student loan repayment.
• Generous commuting subsidy.
• Matching charitable donations.
• 401(k) retirement plan.

Schedule

This is a Hybrid-Eligible role, allowing you to choose between:

• Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or
• On-Site: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.

Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex’s Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.