Band

Level 6

 

Job Description Summary

The Director, HEOR Product Lead develops and implements HEOR, PCO, HTA and/or pricing strategies, in partnership with GDD, TAs, MAP, Regions and priority countries, that enable better patient outcomes and increased access for prioritized assets. They are responsible for the development and delivery of all aspects of the HEOR, PCO, HTA and/or pricing strategy and execution for priority assets from (pre-) POC to FDP. They develop HEOR, Pricing, HTA and/or PCO strategies with specific focus on priority countries major HTA architypes and Budget Impact archetypes needs and feasibility. They are responsible for building and continually enhancing best-in-class HEOR, PCO, HTA and/or pricing capabilities to establish and retain competitive advantage in a dynamic market environment. They are an expert in outcomes research, PROs and other relevant HEOR specialty areas and maintains an industry leading HEOR reputation for the TA; particularly within one disease area.

 

Job Description

Major accountabilities:

• Develops and delivers winning HEOR strategy and tactics, with high quality and on-time availability, including outcomes research and other relevant access and healthcare systems evidence and HEOR deliverables (incl. Global Value Dossier, Cost-effectiveness Models, Budget Impact Models, evidence synthesis, PCO or PRO strategy, access-enabling studies, etc.).
• Ensures that payer and healthcare needs are reflected into Phase 3b/4, RWE and integrated evidence plans to meet the needs of external experts and institutions involved in reimbursement, pricing, access and healthcare systems decisions.
• Collaborates across divisions and functions to ensure effective integration of HEOR and payer evidence deliverables (global value dossiers, cost effectiveness and budget impact models) into integrated product strategies, to enable and support in-country reimbursement submissions / negotiations.
• Partners closely with Regional and Country teams to design and oversee rollout of global HEOR and payer-evidence strategies and to support local launch preparations and activities concerning access, HEOR, HTA and payer interactions, to achieve reimbursement and other positive funding recommendations and optimal access.
• Interacts with payers and relevant customer groups in priority countries, gather Country-level insights and feedback, integrate into winning HEOR and payer strategies and tactics, incorporating HEOR perspective in overarching cross-functional product strategies and tactics.
• Reporting of technical complaints / adverse events / special case scenarios related to Novartis products within 24 hours of receipt
• Distribution of marketing samples (where applicable)

Minimum Requirements:

• An advanced degree (Master’s or doctorate) in health economics, statistics, epidemiology, health policy or related field is required.
• PhD or PharmD with strong focus in Health Economics, Public Health, Epidemiology or related field preferred.
• Fluent English – Oral and written
• 7+ years’ experience in the pharma or healthcare sector, preferably in health economics, market

• access or related functions/fields is required.

• Substantial experience in shaping HEOR and RWE strategy and hands-on execution supporting inline and pipeline products is required.
• Experience engaging or partnering with external organizations (e.g., SOCs, payers, universities, value assessors, regulatory agencies, etc.) is strongly preferred.
• Candidates for SD have consistently demonstrated ability to lead and execute and drive excellence in cross-functional teams both within their direct area of responsibility and across their organization.
• Expert knowledge of Health Economics, Outcomes Research, and Real-World Evidence including study design, methodologies, modeling, data sources and analyses is required.
• Deep knowledge of US healthcare financing and delivery system, US payer environment, evolving trends and competitive landscape is required.
• Strategic Thinking/Mindset - Able to develop a strategic vision by integrating needs of diverse constituencies, scientific considerations and market knowledge to produce best in class results. Demonstrated creativity and effectiveness in addressing strategic challenges.
• Outstanding Collaboration Skills - A world-class team player and team leader with highly attuned interpersonal skills, strong team building motivational, collaboration and influencing skills necessary to achieve desired outcomes in a matrix, cross-functional environment. Works effectively in a global, team-based organization.
• Adaptability/Change Driver - Innovative and creative “out of the box” thinker who will challenge the status quo to improve operations and facilitate positive change. Able to adapt quickly to changing market conditions, business needs and an evolving product portfolio. Ability to make decisions and drive business even with limited and ambiguous information.
• Results Orientation - Able to transition from strategy to implementation and achieve results. Track record of defining and track key metrics to drive organizational. Demonstrates initiative and a strong desire to succeed.
• Vision/Culture - Ability to create a compelling vision for the organization and lead cultural transformation. Strong focus on culture and role modeling leadership behaviors.
• Travel – Position requires up to 25% travel.
• Location – Position is Remote within the US.

The salary for this position is expected to range between $185,500 and $344,500 per year. The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors. Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards. US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.

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EEO Statement:

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential.

 

Accessibility and reasonable accommodations

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Salary Range

$185,500.00 - $344,500.00

 

Skills Desired

Agility, Agility, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Customer-Centric Mindset, Data Analysis, Employee Development, External Orientation, Finance, Go-To-Market Strategy, Healthcare Sector Understanding, Health Economics, Health Policy, Health Technology Assessment (HTA), Influencing Skills, Innovation, Inspirational Leadership, Market Access Strategy, People Management, Pharmacoeconomics, Pricing Strategy, Process Management, Product Launches, Real World Evidence (RWE), Regulatory Affairs, Regulatory Compliance {+ 9 more}