Director, US HEOR Product Lead - Non-Malignant Hematology

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Major accountabilities:

• Represent HEOR function in Medical Strategy Teams in the development of medical and HEOR strategies to demonstrate the value of products to payers, clinical decision-makers and patients.
• Proactively generate and communicate evidence necessary to optimize patient access and value of Novartis products in the US market.
• Exhibit leadership in strategic alignment with other areas and proactively propose new impactful ideas in cross-functional teams
• Work in close collaboration with the Medical Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for the Integrated Product Strategy Team (IPST), other medical directors and related functional leads
• Manage multiple HEOR projects, associated budgets and external & internal partners, while ensuring a high level of scientific rigor and alignment with stakeholders
• Execute tactical evidence initiatives to support medical product strategies and collaborating with other senior team members on HEOR non-malignant hematology product-related activities
• Build robust external institutional and individual level partnerships as needed
• Effectively communicate impactful research to diverse audiences
• Publish and present impactful research at scientific conferences and forums
• Business Partnering - Effectively partner with internal stakeholders at strategic and tactical levels to shape research partnerships; generate and disseminate robust HEOR findings in support of external stakeholders including SOCs and payers

What You'll Bring to the Role:

Essential Requirements:

• Education: 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.
• 5-7+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical or healthcare sector, preferably in health economics, market access or related functions/fields
• Substantial experience in shaping HEOR and RWE strategy and hands-on execution supporting inline and pipeline products
• Demonstrated ability to consistently lead, execute, and drive excellence in cross-functional teams both within their direct area and across their organization

• Expert knowledge of Health Economics, Outcomes Research, and Real-World Evidence including study designs, methodologies, modeling, data sources and analyses
• Deep knowledge of US healthcare financing and delivery system, US payer environment, evolving trends and competitive landscape

• 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.

Desirable Requirements:

• Experience engaging or partnering with external organizations (e.g., SOCs, payers, universities, value assessors, regulatory agencies, etc.) strongly preferred

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $185,500 and $344,500/year; however, while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/25 through 12/31/25, fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges during this period. Further, final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to geographical location, experience level, knowledge, skills and abilities. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

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