Vice President, US Health Economics & Outcomes Research (HEOR)

Position Summary

The Vice President US Health Economics & Outcomes Research (HEOR) will provide strategic and operational leadership for all US HEOR activities with primary accountability for CMS focused reimbursement strategy payer value evidence and business development asset evaluations. The role will lead the development of US specific economic and real-world evidence to support Medicare coverage coding payment and pricing decisions across the portfolio and pipeline.

The role has a predominant US focus with selective strategic support for Canada and limited engagement in other international markets as needed. This position is particularly well suited to candidates with experience in medical devices interventional oncology radiopharmaceuticals or other specialty technologies where provider economics and Medicare payment systems are critical.

In addition the VP will act as a key HEOR partner to Business Development supporting licensing acquisition and pipeline prioritization decisions through rigorous assessment of US commercial value reimbursement risk and evidence requirements.

NOTE: This position is required to be based in the Boston/Woburn MA area and report to the office a minimum of 3 days/week unless traveling for work.  All candidates must live in or be willing to relocate to the Boston area.

Key Responsibilities:

US HEOR & CMS Strategy (Primary Focus)

• Own and lead the US HEOR strategy to optimise access coverage reimbursement and pricing across the product lifecycle.
• Serve as a senior internal authority on CMS reimbursement pathways including buy and bill economics site of care dynamics coding and payment mechanisms (e.g. APCs DRGs add-on payments) and policy evolution.
• Shape evidence strategies aligned to CMS and US commercial payer expectations with particular attention to medical device and radiopharmaceutical reimbursement models.
• Oversee development of US focused economic models (budget impact cost-effectiveness where relevant provider economics) and real-world evidence (RWE) using claims EMR and registry data.
• Lead development and governance of US value materials including AMCP dossiers ICER submissions payer value tools and CMS-relevant evidence packages.
• Support innovative reimbursement and value-based arrangements through HEOR insights.

Business Development & Asset Valuation

• Act as a core HEOR leader supporting business development licensing and M&A activities with a strong focus on US value assessment.
• Evaluate early and late-stage assets to inform US commercial attractiveness pricing potential reimbursement feasibility coding/payment risk and evidence gaps.
• Partner with BD US Market Access and Commercial to deliver payer and provider focused value assessments scenario modelling and investment recommendations.
• Provide HEOR input into diligence processes deal structuring and portfolio prioritisation decisions.

Canada & Select International Market Support

• Provide strategic HEOR input to support Canadian market access and reimbursement ensuring alignment with global value positioning.
• Offer selective HEOR support to other priority international markets as required leveraging US/ Canada insights to inform evidence generation and value messaging.
• Coordinate with global HEOR counterparts to ensure consistency while maintaining a US first approach.

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Partner closely with US Market Access Reimbursement Medical Affairs Clinical Development Regulatory Commercial and Business Development to deliver integrated access strategies.
• Serve as a senior HEOR representative in governance forums and portfolio reviews.
• Lead mentor and develop HEOR talent; manage external vendors academic collaborators and consultants to ensure high-quality delivery.

Communication & Dissemination

• Present HEOR insights to senior leadership translating complex analyses into clear decision-oriented recommendations.
• Represent the organisation at key scientific and payer forums (e.g. ISPOR AMCP).
• Drive publication and dissemination strategy in peer-reviewed journals and scientific congresses.

Qualifications :

• Advanced degree (PhD PharmD MPH MS or equivalent) in Health Economics Public Health Epidemiology Pharmacy Engineering or a related discipline required.
• 10 years of progressive HEOR experience in medical device radiopharmaceutical biotech or healthcare consulting environments required.
• Demonstrated depth of experience with CMS reimbursement Medicare policy and US payer evidence expectations.
• Strong track record supporting medical device or specialty technology reimbursement including provider economics and site of care considerations.
• Experience in radiopharmaceuticals or nuclear medicine preferred but not essential.
• Significant experience supporting business development assessments asset valuation and deal diligence.
• Hands on leadership of economic modeling and RWE programs.
• Experience across pre and post launch assets.
• Familiarity with Canadian reimbursement pathways and international HTA systems is a plus.

Core Competencies

• US focused strategic mindset with strong CMS and payer acumen
• Executive level communication and influence
• Strong people leadership and ability to operate in a matrixed environment
• High standards for scientific rigor and delivery excellence
• Entrepreneurial resilient and solution-focused

The target base salary range for this position will range from $283000 to $355000 annually. Individual compensation for this job requisition will be based on non-discriminatory factors including your geographic location skills experience education and other factors as they relate to the position requirements.  Actual compensation may vary depending on the confirmed job-related skills and experience.

In addition to the expected base compensation this role is eligible to participate in Sirtexs incentive programs (target bonus of 25% for this position) and benefit plans which include paid sick and vacation time health insurance and a generous 401k matching program.

Additional Information :

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Do you want to be part of something bigger A team whose impact stretches across the globe making a real difference to the quality of peoples lives.  Sirtex recognizes that well-being financial health and work-life balance are crucial for our employees to achieve personal success. 

Sirtex offers qualified candidates:

• Diverse and flexible work arrangements to achieve the optimum balance between work and personal responsibilities.
• A culture of respect diversity collaboration and innovation fostering inclusiveness and superior performance.
• Attractive compensation and benefit packages which are practical robust and equitable.
• A commitment to support ongoing professional growth through career development on the job experiences and training opportunities.
• Challenging work which supports the development of new and better ways to improve clinical outcomes for oncology treatment around the world.
• An unwavering commitment to company values employee safety and excellence in everything we do.  

Diversity drives innovation; inclusion fosters belonging growth and success. Sirtex believes that it takes multiple perspectives and voices to create a culture and workplace which fosters engagement teamwork and employee satisfaction to perform our best and deliver on commitments. We are dedicated to fostering an environment where all employees feel valued included and can share their ideas so that we can exceed even our own expectations.

Sirtex is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or veteran status age or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.  Sirtex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities in accordance with applicable law.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time