Cambridge, MA, US.
The Director, US Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR) & Real World Evidence (RWE) is responsible for identifying real-world and economic evidence needs and developing the real-world, clinical, humanistic, and economic evidence generation plans in collaboration with internal business partners to support the value of our products for US healthcare providers, population-health decision makers, and other external stakeholders for the assigned Therapeutic Area.
The Director, US HEOR & RWE will ensure scientific rigor in the design and conduct of US HEOR & RWE studies and the effective communication of results to internal and external audiences, including scientific exchange through publications. The Director of US HEOR & RWE will also partner cross-functionally to ensure that HEOR plans are strategically aligned across the organization including Brand Marketing, Medical Affairs, Value & Access, and Global RWE, and Global HEOR.
Additionally, the Director, US HEOR & RWE will support field team engagements by developing field team resources and by training field teams.
WHAT – Main Responsibilities & Technical Competencies
- Drive effective cross-functional collaboration and lead the development of US HEOR evidence generation strategies in alignment with medical and commercial priorities, including strategies supporting products focused on the assigned conditions.
- Provide input into Integrated Evidence Generation Plans to ensure US needs are represented.
- Lead the design, conduct, and publication of methodologically rigorous US HEOR & RWE studies and projects, in collaboration with internal and external researchers.
- Lead the development of materials, including AMCP dossiers, budget impact models, and value communication resources to support customer engagements.
- Lead the training of customer-facing teams, such as US Medical Value Liaison (MVL), Value and Access, and MSL colleagues, on value communication resources to support customer engagements.
- Support meetings with key external customers through participation in meetings or presenting approved value communication resources to customers as needed.
- Provide input into clinical development programs and clinical trial protocols as needed.
- Track budgets and timelines and ensure appropriate processes are followed for internal approval and execution of US HEOR projects.
- Comply with all regulatory laws, regulations and policies that govern the conduct of Ipsen.
- Stay informed on the latest methodological advances that expand and enhance HEOR research.
HOW – Knowledge & Experience
Knowledge & Experience (essential):
- 8+ years of experience in Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR), including presenting studies at scientific conferences and/or in a field role.
- Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams or initiatives, and collaborating effectively with internal teams, external partners, and vendors.
- Strong communication (oral and written), interpersonal, and project management skills, with the ability to influence without authority, build relationships with key stakeholders, and develop realistic plans and recommendations.
- Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment by remaining flexible, proactive, and possess strong attention to detail.
- Deep understanding of the US healthcare and payer landscape, including reimbursement systems, healthcare data assets, primary and secondary data collection, and health-system research capabilities.
- Significant experience in the approval and delivery of proactive and reactive medical and scientific communications.
- Track record of timely execution and completion of research and non-research deliverables.
- Prior experience with product launches is desirable.
- Ability to travel approximately 20–30% of the time.
Education / Certifications (essential):
- Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MS, MPH) in Health Services Research, Health Economics, Epidemiology, Public Health, Pharmacy, or a related field is required.
Language(s) (essential):
- Fluent in English.
The annual base salary range for this position is $190,000-$275,000.
This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentives program as well as our long-term incentives program.
At Ipsen we are proud to offer a comprehensive employee benefits package, including 401(k) with company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, as well as flexible spending accounts. Ipsen also provides parental leave, paid time off, a discretionary winter shutdown, well-being allowance, commuter benefits, and much more.
The pay range displayed above is the range of base pay compensation within which Ipsen expects to pay for this role at the time of this posting. Individual compensation within this range depends on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, prior education and experience, job-related knowledge and demonstrated skills.
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