Associate Director, HEOR

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Direct message the job poster from Morgan Prestwich – Life Science & Healthcare Executive Search Global Head of Resourcing – Life Sciences Recruitment Job Title: Associate Director, HEOR – Rare Disease Location: Zug, Switzerland (Hybrid – 2 days per week in office) We are seeking an Associate Director, Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR) – Rare Disease to develop and implement HEOR strategies to support the value demonstration and market access of a rare disease portfolio. The role is based in Zug, Switzerland , with a hybrid working model (2 days per week in the office). The ideal candidate will have a strong background in health economics, real-world evidence (RWE), and patient outcomes research within the rare disease or specialty pharmaceutical space. Key Responsibilities HEOR Strategy Development : Lead the design and execution of HEOR strategies to support HTA submissions, payer engagement, and market access for rare disease therapies. Economic Modeling & Evidence Generation : Develop cost-effectiveness models, budget impact analyses, and real-world evidence studies to demonstrate product value to payers and other stakeholders. HTA & Payer Support : Provide HEOR insights and data to support pricing, reimbursement, and market access activities across European markets . Scientific Communication & Publications : Lead the development of HEOR publications, conference abstracts, and white papers to communicate product value. Stakeholder Engagement : Collaborate with payers, health economists, and key opinion leaders (KOLs) to shape evidence strategies and address payer expectations. Cross-Functional Collaboration : Work closely with internal teams, including market access, medical affairs, clinical development, and regulatory , to align HEOR strategies with broader company objectives. Vendor Management : Oversee HEOR study vendors and external consultants to ensure high-quality execution of research projects. Key Requirements Experience : 6+ years in HEOR, market access, health economics, or outcomes research , preferably in rare diseases or specialty pharmaceuticals . Education : Advanced degree in health economics, epidemiology, biostatistics, public health, or a related field . HEOR Expertise : Proven experience in economic modeling, real-world evidence, patient-reported outcomes (PROs), and health technology assessment (HTA) requirements . Regional Knowledge : Strong understanding of European healthcare systems, HTA processes, and payer expectations in key markets (e.g., Germany, UK, France, Switzerland, Nordics). Seniority level Director Employment type Full-time Job function Science Biotechnology Research and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr