Manager, Health Economics and Outcomes Research

Novartis; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 122,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working options

Insurance plans

Retirement plans

Wellbeing resources

Global recognition programs

14 weeks parental leave

Job summary

Novartis Canada is seeking a health economics and market access leader to implement country-level pricing and reimbursement strategies and translate payer research into actionable insights. You will shape evidence-based pricing and lead HTA submissions in collaboration with cross-functional teams across Access, Medical, and HEOR.

You will develop robust evidence dossiers and negotiation strategies for Canada’s HTA bodies, including INESSS, and coordinate internal processes to ensure timely

Qualifications

• Advanced education in health economics, epidemiology, biostatistics, outcomes research or a related discipline.
• Strong English communication skills and demonstrated experience with Canadian HTA and market access.
• Expertise in HTA evidence areas such as economic modelling, systematic reviews or indirect treatment comparisons.
• Experience developing or contributing to HTA strategies, evidence dossiers and submissions for pharmaceutical assets.
• Knowledge across health economics, epidemiology, biostatistics, systematic reviews and market access.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across Access, Medical, HEOR and other cross-functional or international teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, sound judgment and a willingness to learn internal processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of optimal brand pricing strategies in collaboration with Global and Regional Pricing and Reimbursement teams and Brand Directors or Managers.
• Develop robust economic evidence and clear value messages to support timely listing and optimal national patient access for Novartis brands.
• Lead HTA submissions for assigned assets, working with cross-functional partners to support the overall Access strategy.
• Interpret payer research and the Canadian reimbursement environment to identify opportunities, barriers and stakeholder needs for asset launches.
• Develop high-quality evidence dossiers, submission strategies, plans and deliverables for Canadian HTA and pricing and reimbursement bodies, including Canada’s Drug Agency and INESSS.
• Partner with Access, Medical, International HEOR and other internal stakeholders to define contracting strategies for new and existing products.
• Develop product listing agreements and negotiation strategies in collaboration with Health Policy and Access colleagues.
• Coordinate internal processes and external partners, including procurement, vendor engagement and HEOR approval activities, to deliver evidence-generation work efficiently.
• Report product-related technical complaints, adverse events and special-case scenarios within 24 hours of receipt, and support distribution of marketing samples where applicable.

Skills

HTA experience

Economic modelling

Canada market access

Strong English communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic thinking

Education

Advanced degree in health economics or related field

Job description

Summary

Location: Toronto, Ontario

Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role: please only apply if this location is accessible for you.

This job posting is for an existing position

Implement country-level health economics, pricing and reimbursement strategies to support timely listings and contract renewals for Novartis brands. Translate payer research into actionable insights, shape evidence-based pricing and market positioning, and lead cross‑functional development of high‑quality HTA and pricing and reimbursement submissions. Develop impactful product listing agreements and negotiation strategies in collaboration with Health Policy, Access, Medical and international HEOR partners.

About The Role

Key responsibilities:

• Lead the development of optimal brand pricing strategies in collaboration with Global and Regional Pricing and Reimbursement teams and Brand Directors or Managers.
• Develop robust economic evidence and clear value messages to support timely listing and optimal national patient access for Novartis brands.
• Lead HTA submissions for assigned assets, working with cross-functional partners to support the overall Access strategy.
• Interpret payer research and the Canadian reimbursement environment to identify opportunities, barriers and stakeholder needs for asset launches.
• Develop high-quality evidence dossiers, submission strategies, plans and deliverables for Canadian HTA and pricing and reimbursement bodies, including Canada’s Drug Agency and INESSS.
• Partner with Access, Medical, International HEOR and other internal stakeholders to define contracting strategies for new and existing products.
• Develop product listing agreements and negotiation strategies in collaboration with Health Policy and Access colleagues.
• Coordinate internal processes and external partners, including procurement, vendor engagement and HEOR approval activities, to deliver evidence-generation work efficiently.
• Report product-related technical complaints, adverse events and special-case scenarios within 24 hours of receipt, and support distribution of marketing samples where applicable.

Essential Requirements

• Relevant advanced education in health economics, epidemiology, biostatistics, outcomes research or a related discipline; strong English communication skills; and demonstrated experience in Canadian HTA and market access.
• Understanding of the Canadian HTA process, including Canada’s Drug Agency and INESSS, and the ability to assess launch opportunities and hurdles strategically.
• Expertise in at least one HTA evidence area, such as economic modelling, systematic reviews or indirect treatment comparisons.
• Experience developing or contributing to HTA strategies, evidence dossiers and submissions for pharmaceutical assets.
• Knowledge across health economics, epidemiology, biostatistics, systematic reviews and market access.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across Access, Medical, HEOR and other cross-functional or international teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, sound judgment and a willingness to learn internal processes and ways of working.
• Demonstrated action orientation, collaboration, self-awareness and ability to optimize work processes.

Rewards

At Novartis, we’re committed to reimagining medicine together - and rewarding the people who make it happen.

Expected Remuneration Range For Role

CAD 121,873 – 169,188

The base salary offered is determined based on gender-neutral objectives, such as relevant skills, competencies and experience in accordance with the Novartis pay setting policy and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically.

The rewards of being part of our team go far beyond base pay and incentives. We also offer a variety of competitive benefits in kind to help you thrive personally and professionally, such as insurance plans, retirement plans, wellbeing resources and global recognition programs. In addition, we provide flexible and hybrid working options, where possible, and minimum 14 weeks paid parental leave.

Pay equity is a fundamental principle of our employment policy and reflects our commitment to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment that treats all employees with dignity and respect, as outlined in our Code of Ethics.

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Note: Benefits and compensation may vary by country and are subject to local legal requirements. A full overview of your compensation package applicable to your role based on your employment location and Novartis employer entity, will be communicated separately to you during the application process.

At Novartis Canada, we are determined to be a valued partner and advocate, with a deep understanding of patient needs along the entire care journey – from drug development, to diagnosis, to access and beyond. Part of the way we are doing this is by leveraging data, technology, and partnerships.

Research & Development: we focus on four core therapeutic areas: Cardiovascular, Renal & Metabolic, Immunology, Neuroscience and Oncology. We also develop and deliver treatments through other promoted and established brands, which today are helping millions of patients. Over the last three years, our average annual research and development investment in Canada was over $30 million, and we conduct clinical trial research in every region throughout Canada.

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Why Novartis:

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