Associate Director, HEOR

Neurocrine Biosciences
United States, California, San Diego
Jan 30, 2025
Who We Are: At Neurocrine Biosciences, we pride ourselves on having a strong, inclusive, and positive culture based on our shared purpose and values. We know what it takes to be great, and we are as passionate about our people as we are about our purpose - to relieve suffering for people with great needs, but few options. What We Do: Neurocrine Biosciences is a leading neuroscience-focused, biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs, but few options. We are dedicated to discovering and developing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, neuroendocrine, and neuropsychiatric disorders. The company's diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, chorea associated with Huntington's disease, endometriosis* and uterine fibroids, as well as a robust pipeline including multiple compounds in mid- to late-phase clinical development across our core therapeutic areas. For three decades, we have applied our unique insight into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions. We relentlessly pursue medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases and disorders, because you deserve brave science. For more information, visitneurocrine.com, and follow the company on LinkedIn, X (Formerly Twitter) and Facebook. (in collaboration with AbbVie) About the Role: As an Associate Director of Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR) at Neurocrine, you will play a crucial role in developing and executing on evidence generation strategies. Your primary goal will be to generate evidence to characterize the value of Neurocrine's marketed products or developmental compounds throughout the drug life cycle. The role will primarily support our exciting new launch of Crenessity for Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH). Having prior experience in CAH, endocrinology, and/or rare diseases is a plus, as is experience with survey-based methodologies. Exceptional written, verbal, and visual communication skills are essential, along with a proven ability to foster and manage relationships effectively. The role will include cross-functional engagement with key stakeholders across Clinical Development, Medical Affairs, Brand, Commercial Analytics, GAPP, Corporate Communications, LTC Account Teams, Market Access, Managed Care Liaison, and Medical Science Liaison teams. Your efforts will result in the development of crucial evidence that enables patients, clinicians, policy makers and payers to make well-informed decisions regarding Neurocrine products. Your insights and leadership will be vital in shaping the perception and understanding of Neurocrine's offerings in the healthcare landscape. _ Your Contributions (include but are not limited to): Craft and execute functional strategies, translating them into operational plans. Prioritize and propose project designs to generate product-specific evidence for value assessment, clinical differentiation and market access. Collaborate effectively with internal partners to meet the evidence needs of internal and external consumers. Manage vendors, ensuring they meet contractual obligations and contribute to their selection and evaluation. Meet assigned goals and recommend and develop talent within the team for efficient operation. Provide guidance to subordinate managers across various areas and operations. Resolve complex business and scientific problems, applying advanced analytical thought and developing innovative solutions. Regularly engage with cross-functional leaders to influence strategy and negotiate decisions within your area of responsibility. Represent Neurocrine at professional internal and external events, showcasing data and findings Additional duties as assigned Requirements: MS degree in health outcomes/economics or related field and 8+ years of pharmaceutical industry experience in a HEOR role with direct research experience preferred; completion of an HEOR 2-year fellowship with a research focus desired OR PhD or PharmD in health outcomes/economics or related field and 5+ years of similar experience noted above Previous managerial / functional management experience also required Emerging as an internal thought leader with technical and/or business expertise Applies in-depth knowledge of own area of expertise to solve problems Applies in-depth understanding and may guide others on how own discipline integrates within the department as well as impact to other departments and understands contribution to Neurocrine's achievement of business objectives Proven expertise in the creation of U.S. based HTA submission materials (AMCP format Dossier, Budget Impact Models, Cost effectiveness/offset models, ICER submissions, etc.) Ability to synthesize complex clinical and non-clinical statistical and medical information to effectively communicate medical and scientific information are required Excellent SAS or other statistical programming skills Analysis of large databases and possible economic modeling highly preferred Strong knowledge in research protocol and analysis plan development, analysis of large databases and possible economic modeling is highly preferred Expertise in engaging large U.S. based payors or HTA organizations Field role experience as a medical or managed care liaison is a plus #LI-SA1 Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/AA/Disability/Vets employer. We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don't line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description. _ The annual base salary we reasonably expect to pay is $168,400.00-$243,700.00. Individual pay decisions depend on various factors, such as primary work location, complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. In addition, this position offers an annual bonus with a target of 30% of the earned base salary and eligibility to participate in our equity based long term incentive program. Benefits offered include a retirement savings plan (with company match), paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.