Executive Director, HEOR Modeling

Parexel; United States; Remote; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Vacation & Sick Time

Flexible Spending Account

Work/Life Balance

401(k) with Company Match

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Parexel is seeking an Executive Director, Health Economics and Outcomes Research Modeling, to join Parexel HEOR Consulting in a remote capacity in the US. In this senior leadership role, you will be accountable for a group or service line, the successful execution and financial performance of multiple projects, and client satisfaction.

You will lead client engagements, shape HEOR strategy, drive AI-enabled research, and develop high-growth, profitable business while guiding cross-functional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific or technical discipline.
• 15+ years of general experience in the field.
• 10+ years of management experience.
• Experience in life sciences or consulting industries, including managing direct reports and directing teams and projects.
• Fluent written and spoken English.
• Advanced degree such as MSc, PhD, or MD.
• Experience developing and delivering HEOR consulting services.
• Experience applying AI-related methodologies in HEOR (ML, NLP, data analytics, predictive modeling).
• Industry visibility through conferences, publications, partnerships, or client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead small and large project engagements, ensuring high-quality delivery and client satisfaction.
• Monitor project profitability through budgeting, revenue recognition, and collaboration with the Project Financial Analyst.
• Develop and implement HEOR solutions addressing client needs using expertise and best practices.
• Act as trusted advisor to clients, including senior leaders, delivering across disciplines.
• Lead, coach, and develop direct reports and staff, with performance management and planning.
• Identify and pursue new and repeat business opportunities and contribute to proposals.
• Support strategy and decision-making across HEOR, patient access, and access analytics.
• Stay current on AI developments and apply them to HEOR research and methodologies.
• Collaborate with data scientists and biostatisticians to develop AI-driven methods and tools.
• Represent Parexel at conferences, webinars, publications, and partnerships.

Skills

Strategic business thinking

Operational leadership

Client relationships

Team leadership

AI-enabled HEOR

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in a scientific or technical discipline

Advanced degree (MSc/PhD/MD)

Job description

About Parexel

Parexel is a leading global clinical development partner delivering insights-driven clinical and consulting solutions to the life sciences industry. With 22,000+ employees worldwide, we partner with biopharmaceutical companies and research sites to design and deliver patient-focused clinical trials that broaden access and make research a care option for anyone, anywhere.

We work with focus, agility, and shared purpose - moving with urgency to address patient needs and accelerate the delivery of new therapies. We embrace bold thinking, adapt quickly to change, and continually raise the bar for the speed and quality of clinical research. We are expanding our team and seeking talented individuals to help drive industry-leading innovation, With Heart®.

About the Role

We are seeking an Executive Director, Health Economics and Outcomes Research Modeling, to join Parexel HEOR Consulting in a remote capacity in the US. In this senior leadership role, you will be accountable for a group or service line, the successful execution and financial performance of multiple projects, and client satisfaction. You will help shape the short-, mid-, and long-term HEOR strategy, lead the identification and implementation of artificial intelligence in HEOR, and apply deep subject matter expertise to the development and delivery of Parexel HEOR Consulting services.

You will lead client engagements, develop high-growth and profitable business, guide and develop teams, and advance innovative AI-driven HEOR research. This is an opportunity to influence strategic decisions, strengthen client partnerships, expand Parexel capabilities, and help shape the future of evidence generation, cost-effectiveness analysis, and health policy recommendations within clinical research.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead small and large project engagements, ensuring high-quality delivery, client satisfaction, appropriate scope, and effective issue and conflict resolution.
• Monitor project profitability through project planning, budget management, revenue recognition, and collaboration with the assigned Project Financial Analyst.
• Develop and implement business solutions that address client needs using HEOR expertise, industry best practices, and knowledge of key business drivers.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, including senior and executive leaders, and provide technical and business consulting services across multiple disciplines.
• Lead, coach, mentor, and develop direct reports and extended staff, including performance management, development planning, succession input, workload prioritization, and accountability for key metrics.
• Identify and pursue new and repeat business opportunities, contribute to account planning, participate in scoping and proposal development, and deliver sales presentations and bid defenses.
• Support strategy and decision-making for Parexel Access Consulting across HEOR, patient market access, and access analytics.
• Stay current on AI developments relevant to HEOR, including machine learning, natural language processing, data analytics, and predictive modeling, and apply them to innovative research and analytical methodologies.
• Collaborate with data scientists, biostatisticians, health economists, Global Centers of Excellence, and other cross-functional partners to develop AI-driven methods, tools, publications, and educational materials.
• Represent Parexel through conferences, scientific symposiums, webinars, publications, regulatory and academic engagement, and strategic partnerships with key opinion leaders and influential organizations.
• Plan budgets, strategy, and forecasts for the assigned service line or group, with accountability for revenue generation, client satisfaction, service delivery, and financial outcomes.
• Follow required Business Operating Processes and complete established annual scorecard metrics and core job responsibilities.

Candidate Profile

You’ll thrive in this role if you bring:

• Strategic business thinking, operational leadership, results orientation, and strong business analysis skills
• A client-focused approach and the ability to influence, network, and build trusted relationships at senior and executive levels
• Proven leadership of teams, direct reports, and complex project portfolios
• The ability to solve business problems, lead change, hold people accountable, and collaborate effectively
• Deep subject matter expertise relevant to HEOR consulting and an active interest in AI-enabled evidence generation
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex ideas to clients, industry audiences, and internal leaders

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific or technical discipline
• 15+ years of general experience in the field
• 10+ years of management experience
• Experience in the life sciences or consulting industries, including managing direct reports and directing teams and projects
• Fluent written and spoken English

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree such as an MSc, PhD, or MD
• Experience developing and delivering HEOR consulting services
• Experience applying or advancing AI-related methodologies in HEOR, including machine learning, natural language processing, data analytics, or predictive modeling
• Established industry visibility through conferences, scientific publications, external partnerships, or client relationships

Benefits and Compensation

• Health, Vision & Dental Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Vacation/Holiday/Sick Time
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Work/Life Balance
• 401(k) with Company match
• Pet Insurance

For a complete list of benefits, please visit www.parexel.com/us-benefits.

Our Talent Acquisition team will provide details on applicable bonus plans or incentive structures for eligible positions.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, which includes paid time off, a 401(k) match, life insurance, health insurance, and additional benefit offerings in accordance with the terms of our applicable plans.

We believe in flexibility, growth, and creating space for people to do their best work. Join us and be part of a team where your contributions help shape the future of clinical research.

#LI-REMOTE EEO Disclaimer Parexel is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, which in the US includes race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.