HTA Evidence Synthesis Statistician (2 open roles)

Novartis; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company is seeking a Senior HTA Statistician in London to lead evidence synthesis for health technology assessments. The role involves innovative statistical approaches and collaboration across teams to demonstrate the value of Novartis' medicines. Candidates should possess an MSc/PhD in Statistics and relevant experience in the field.

Benefits

Personal and professional growth support

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of relevant experience in evidence synthesis, health economics, HTA.
• Strong understanding of clinical drug development and HTA regulations.
• Experience with country-specific HTA submissions.

Responsibilities

• Lead evidence synthesis for HTA submissions and health economic models.
• Develop core global Indirect Treatment Comparison plans for HTA.
• Mentor and coach junior team members.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Communication

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

MSc/PhD in Statistics, Biostatistics, or related field

Tools

R

SAS

Job description

Job Description Summary

We are committed to fostering a source of versatile, commercially focused, and inspiring talent. As part of our ongoing quest to embody proactive thought leadership, we emphasize sharing our enterprise strategies while remaining focused on addressing the unique needs of each country as a value-added solution-focused partner. Join the International HEOR & PCO Team, a pivotal partner in International Value & Access, leading with excellence in evidence generation to demonstrate the value of our innovative medicine portfolio.

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior HTA Statistician to apply innovative statistical approaches to complex challenges in health technology assessment (HTA). This role offers the chance to lead evidence synthesis of patient data from clinical, observational, and real-world data studies supporting HTA submissions, in a flexible and collaborative environment.

The role is responsible for leading the design and execution of evidence synthesis for HTA submissions, including EU HTA JCA Dossier, and health economic models. The position applies methodological and analytical expertise to predict the value of Novartis assets and develop strategies for demonstrating this value to external decision makers. The role will also involve strategic communication and tailoring of evidence to multiple stakeholder audiences.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop core global Indirect Treatment Comparison (ITC) plans for HTA, payer, and other access stakeholder assessments, submissions, and negotiations. Lead related publications to meet business objectives.
• Provide strategic, methodological, and analytical support to regions and top countries, adapting ITC for local HTA submissions and supporting local HTA strategies. Coordinate data requirements across evidence generation functions to support pricing and reimbursement.
• Establish systems to proactively capture key HTA analytic requirements across international markets to inform and optimize internal deliverables such as statistical analysis plans. Track and prioritize HTA statistics aligned with resources and risks.
• Identify needs for preliminary ITCs to inform value propositions, development, pricing, and strategic forecasts.
• Lead sharing of best practices and key learnings across regions and teams.
• Stay updated on innovative analytical techniques using clinical data and published information to inform pricing and market access strategies.
• Collaborate with the Medical Affairs Biostatistics team for trial analyses and HTA challenges.
• Act as a strategic partner for HEOR & PCO and International Value & Access teams to ensure alignment with brand, commercial, access, and evidence strategies. Maximize the use of comparative evidence in payer and promotional materials, regulatory dossiers, and publications.
• Mentor and coach junior team members and cross-functional teams.

Essential Requirements:

• MSc/PhD in Statistics, Biostatistics, or related field; experience in the pharmaceutical industry or life sciences consultancy.
• 6-8 years of relevant experience in evidence synthesis, health economics, HTA, or related areas.
• Strong understanding of clinical drug development, HTA regulations, and processes.
• Experience with country-specific HTA submissions.
• Proficiency in statistical software such as R and/or SAS.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to lead in a matrix environment and work collaboratively across disciplines.

Location:

This role can be based in the UK (London), Basel (Switzerland), or Dublin (Ireland).

Benefits:

Refer to the Novartis Life Handbook for details on our support for your personal and professional growth.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

Novartis is dedicated to creating an inclusive, diverse work environment reflecting the communities we serve.

Accessibility and Accommodation:

We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with medical conditions or disabilities. For assistance, contact [e-mail], including your request and contact information, and the job requisition number.