AD, Global HEOR - Pain

Job Description

General Summary:

The Health Economics & Outcomes Research Associate Director will participate in leading the development and execution of Health economics and outcomes research studies in support of Vertex's products.

Key Duties and 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 ensure 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

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong track record of publication in peer-reviewed journals
• Provides technical expertise in HEOR and is able to formulate and lead creative research projects and ensure 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

Education and Experience:

• 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

Pay Range:

$176,000 - $264,000

Disclosure Statement:

Flex Designation:

Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible

Flex Eligibility Status:

In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as: 
1.    Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select
2.    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. 

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Company Information

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.

Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.

Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com