Associate Director, HEOR - Value-Based Contracting

$104,700 - $190,400/Yr

Optum - Eden Prairie, MN

Full-time - Mid Level

Eden Prairie, MN

5,001-10,000 employees

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About the position

The Associate Director, HEOR - Value-Based Contracting at Optum is responsible for leading health economics and outcomes research (HEOR) projects that support value-based contracts in the pharmaceutical and device manufacturing sectors. This role involves overseeing multiple research studies, providing scientific leadership, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize patient outcomes and enhance contract value. The position requires a strong focus on project management, data analysis, and the development of economic models, while also mentoring junior researchers and contributing to business development efforts.

Responsibilities

• Provide scientific leadership and project management on multiple outcomes research and health economic studies simultaneously
• Lead HEOR studies in designated therapeutic area and VBC consulting to provide sound research design and high-quality analysis
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including PBM, GPO and health plan to help design and implement value-based contracts
• Lead and manage HEOR studies from conception through publication, ensuring high-quality and timely delivery of research outputs
• Analyze healthcare data, including claims data, clinical trial data, and real-world evidence, to generate insights
• Prepare and present research findings to internal and external customers and stakeholders
• Monitor and stay updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and advancements in health economics and outcomes research
• Develop and implement economic models to demonstrate the value of pharmaceutical products and services
• Contribute substantially to HEOR and VBC business development
• Successfully manage internal study teams and keep studies on timeline and within budget
• Provide consistent superior consultative customer service by focusing on their high-level and immediate business needs
• Mentor junior researchers in methodology and customer interaction

Requirements

• 3+ years of research experience in the pharmaceutical industry, health economics or health outcomes research OR minimum 5 years data driven research experience in another field
• 3+ years of project management experience and demonstrated ability to manage all aspects of a research study from design development to completion
• Understanding of drug reimbursement processes in the US healthcare system
• Experience analyzing secondary data assets, administrative claims databases or electronic medical record data and communicating results
• Experience authoring research protocols or analysis plans and working with a technical team to operationalize
• Proven track record of publication in peer-reviewed literature and/or clinical conference abstracts
• Proven ability to navigate complex enterprise environments and build relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with innovative or value-based contracting and PBM contracts
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Proven solid attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality research
• Proven passion, dedication and energy, commitment to high standards and core values, and an entrepreneurial spirit
• Proven curious mind and be internally motivated to achieve excellence
• Proven excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information to diverse audiences

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• comprehensive benefits package
• incentive and recognition programs
• equity stock purchase
• 401k contribution