HEOR Associate Director, Value & Outcomes Research

Vertex US Distribution; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 204,000 - 306,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Generous paid time off

Educational assistance programs

Commuting subsidy

401(k)

Job summary

Vertex is seeking an Health Economics & Outcomes Research Associate Director to lead HEOR studies supporting Vertex products. You will oversee complex research, synthesize payer and expert insights, and influence strategy with rigorous HEOR methods.

You will collaborate with global pricing and market access teams, ensure timely dissemination of evidence, and drive high-impact publications across peer-reviewed venues. A PhD/MD/MPH/PharmD with 8+ years in HEOR is typical.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree (PhD, MD, MPH, or PharmD) in a relevant discipline.
• Strong HEOR background with publication record.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to translate HEOR evidence into strategic insights.

Responsibilities

• Leads complex HEOR evidence generation including cost-effective analysis and budget impact models.
• Synthesizes insights from Payers, KOLs, and HEOR experts; informs strategy planning.
• Collaborates on publication strategy and dissemination of HEOR evidence.
• Supports Global Pricing and Market Access with HEOR inputs.

Skills

HEOR expertise

Publication track record

Verbal & written communication

Strategic planning

US healthcare knowledge

Education

Advanced degree in relevant discipline

Job description

Vertex is seeking an Health Economics & Outcomes Research Associate Director to lead HEOR studies supporting Vertex products. You will oversee complex research, synthesize payer and expert insights, and influence strategy with rigorous HEOR methods.

You will collaborate with global pricing and market access teams, ensure timely dissemination of evidence, and drive high-impact publications across peer-reviewed venues. A PhD/MD/MPH/PharmD with 8+ years in HEOR is typical.