Director Global HEOR

The Global Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR) Director is responsible for the development delivery and management of Global HEOR deliverables for the assigned Therapeutic Area (TA).
These activities include but are not limited to cost effectiveness and comparative effectiveness analyses real world evidence generation patient reported outcomes epidemiological initiatives development of core value dossiers and HTA/Reimbursement strategies for in-line and development compounds.
The Director will support the Global Head of HEOR through implementation of HEOR strategic objectives in line with the Brand strategies. This position requires strong interpersonal and matrix team skills project and vendor management skills and expertise in HEOR principles pharmaceutical research design and methods.

Specifically this individual will

Develop and lead health economic and outcomes projects that are innovative medically relevant scientifically valid and appropriately planned managed executed

lead effective collaborations with internal stakeholders by understanding medical and commercial needs and developing and implementing strategies that addresses these needs; and

be a key collaborator with external stakeholders and HEOR experts to ensure that SOBI sponsored Global HEOR initiatives are clinically relevant and support the needs of patients health care providers and payers.       

Main Job Responsibilities:

• Inform and implement the HEOR strategy for assigned TA  or product (s) across all SOBI commercial territories
• Be an integral part of the overall Global Patient Access group securing tight liaison and collaboration with other members of the group both globally and locally in-country
• Work closely with the in-country patient access leads to ensure that that country level health outcome and value tactical plans align with the global Patient Access strategic plans for each brand
• Support Global HEOR business objectives and budgetary plans with a 3-5 year perspective through HEOR evidence generation synthesis dissemination communication and refinement
• Identify design develop and lead Global HEOR projects including leading strategies for prospective and retrospective protocol  development economic models scientific publications and vendor supplied research proposals in assigned therapeutic area for both in-line and development products
• Closely monitor the changing healthcare and economic landscape to anticipate and address potential impact on the business
• Play a key role in Global HEOR business planning process that is aligned with the therapeutic area/product strategy and contribute to the brand Global Value Dossier in line with local HTA needs for the assigned therapy areas
• Represent SOBI at external HEOR conferences and meetings
• The HEOR Director is responsible for developing the evidence to support reimbursement and the value proposition for SOBI products throughout the products lifecycle.
• The HEOR Director will support multiple projects (5-15) and HTA (1-10) and/or reimbursement submissions per year with several products across the SOBI portfolio.

Qualifications :

• Post-graduate degree in Health Economics Economics  Pharmacy Life Sciences Medicine or Epidemiology combined with a minimum of 5-7 years experience in Health Economics Outcome Research within the pharmaceutical industry or related HEOR consultancies
• Deep understanding and knowledge of European HTA reimbursement systems and health economics/outcomes research
• Good working knowledge of Market Access and expertise in leveraging outcomes data in the appropriate clinical context
• Understanding of regulatory bodies (EMA MHRA FDA) and major HTA bodies (EFPIA NICE AMNOG HAS TLV AIFA) as they relate to HEOR and Patient Access
• Demonstrated interpersonal relationship and collaboration skills working within cross-functional teams
• Demonstrated strategic thinking problem solving and decision making skills
• Strong self-starting capabilities; Creative out-of-the-box thinker with experience managing multiple brands 
• Excellent spoken and written English and readiness to travel approximately 20% travel required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with excellent presentation and organizational skills
• Ideally:
  • Knowledge of EU and emerging markets health care systems and experience in outcomes research pharmacoeconomics health economics clinical research epidemiology  and health policy  
  • Experience in working with co-promotion or business partners
  • Experience with orphan drugs or speciality pharmaceuticals

Additional Information :

How to apply

We have an ongoing selection process in this recruitment and ask you to send your application as soon as possible. Click apply and include your resume in English. 

Why Join Us

Here at Sobi our mission and culture get us excited to come to work every day but here are a few more reasons to join our team:

• Emphasis on work/life balance
• Collaborative and team-oriented environment
• Opportunities for professional growth
• Diversity and Inclusion
• Competitive compensation for your work
• Making a positive impact to help ultra-rare disease patients who are in need of life saving treatments

We are a global company with over 1900 employees in more than 30 countries and are committed to the societies where we operate. With a deeply skilled management team directing our day-to-day wins and a Board with a stellar track record were ready to take on the worlds diseases ailments and adversity. Our people believe they have the power to make a positive impact in others lives because thats exactly what we do here. If youre seeking a career that taps into your talents in a way that makes the world a better healthier place we just may have a job for you.

We know our employees are our most valuable asset and our culture conveys that. We offer a competitive benefits package to support the health and happiness of our staff.

Sobi Culture

At Sobi we refuse to accept the status quo. This is because we have witnessed first-hand the challenges facing those affected by rare diseases and have used this knowledge to shape our business to find new ways of helping them.

As a specialized biopharmaceutical company we are dedicated to rare diseases. And we see this focus as a strength. By effectively turning our research into ground-breaking treatments we help make medicine more accessible and open up more possibilities for patients and more opportunities for those caring for them. This has been our approach since day one but we know we cant change the world of rare diseases on our own. Accomplishing this requires strong partnerships with patients partners and stakeholders across the entire value chain. Together we define how our business can create solutions that serve the needs of those affected by rare diseases while facilitating sustainable growth.

Remote Work :

Yes

Employment Type :

Full-time