HEOR Director

About the role

This is a strategic leadership opportunity focused on demonstrating the clinical, economic, and real-world value of products across their development lifecycle. The role will lead Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR) strategy for a key therapeutic franchise while supporting both pipeline and in-line assets. You will partner closely with Commercial, Market Access, Medical Affairs, R&D, and other cross-functional teams to align evidence strategies with broader product objectives. The position combines advanced HEOR expertise with hands-on oversight of research, evidence generation, and value communication. You will engage external experts and thought leaders while translating complex research findings into compelling narratives for diverse stakeholders. This is a remote position offering the opportunity to influence evidence strategies that support better healthcare decision-making and patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the HEOR lead for a key therapeutic franchise, building strong partnerships with Commercial, Medical Affairs, Market Access, R&D, and other cross-functional teams.
• Develop fit-for-purpose HEOR strategies for pipeline and in-line products, ensuring appropriate evidence is generated for the right decision-makers at the right stages of the product lifecycle.
• Represent HEOR in cross-functional forums, including asset teams and commercial and medical meetings, ensuring HEOR priorities remain aligned with broader product and brand strategies.
• Lead and oversee the design and execution of HEOR research projects, including study design, protocol development, analysis, interpretation, and dissemination of findings.
• Apply a broad range of HEOR methodologies, including secondary database research using claims, EHRs, and registries, pharmacoeconomic modeling, systematic literature reviews, and evidence synthesis.
• Collaborate with external key opinion leaders and thought leaders on study development, research execution, interpretation, and publication activities.
• Translate clinical, economic, and real-world evidence into clear and compelling value narratives for internal stakeholders and external audiences.
• Partner with Marketing, Market Access, and Medical teams to develop field-facing materials using HEOR evidence in accordance with applicable FDA guidance, including healthcare economic information requirements.
• Manage assigned HEOR budgets, timelines, deliverables, and external partners while proactively identifying risks and implementing solutions.
• Provide HEOR thought leadership across additional franchise and pipeline priorities as business needs evolve.
• Communicate complex research and strategic recommendations clearly to senior stakeholders and facilitate alignment across diverse teams.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Health Services Research, Pharmacoepidemiology, Public Health, or a related discipline such as an MS or MPH.
• At least 7 years of relevant HEOR experience, or 10 years of relevant experience with a Master’s-level degree, with demonstrated work across multiple HEOR methodologies.
• Proven track record of successfully designing, implementing, and overseeing HEOR research programs.
• Strong technical expertise in secondary database research, including claims, electronic health records, and registry data.
• Experience with pharmacoeconomic modeling, systematic literature reviews, evidence synthesis, and related health outcomes research methodologies.
• Strong understanding of the US healthcare, payer, health technology assessment, and regulatory landscapes.
• Knowledge of drug development processes and the role of HEOR across different stages of the product lifecycle.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex HEOR concepts and research findings into clear strategic recommendations.
• Demonstrated leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills, with the ability to build alignment among Commercial, Medical, Market Access, R&D, and other stakeholders.
• Strong project management capabilities, including the ability to prioritize multiple initiatives, manage budgets and timelines, identify risks, and proactively develop solutions.
• Self-directed and highly organized, with the ability to work independently while maintaining strong stakeholder engagement.
• High level of scientific rigor, urgency, accountability, and commitment to quality.
• Willingness to travel approximately 25–30% as required.

Benefits

• Annual base salary range of $172,000–$287,000, with actual compensation based on factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, and qualifications.
• Eligibility for a discretionary performance-based cash incentive.
• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life and disability insurance benefits.
• Pre-tax benefit accounts.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contributions.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
• Paid parental leave.
• Remote work arrangement within the United States.
• Opportunity to work on innovative healthcare programs spanning oncology, neurology, cardiology, and other therapeutic areas.
• Cross-functional exposure across Commercial, Market Access, Medical Affairs, R&D, and other disciplines.
• Opportunity to influence evidence-generation strategies and contribute to improved healthcare and patient outcomes.
• A collaborative, purpose-driven environment emphasizing ownership, adaptability, continuous learning, and high-quality execution.