Director, HEOR

About the Role

Develops strategies for and successfully executes completion of product/disease specific projects to determine and express the health care value of Neurocrine marketed products or developmental compounds. Works closely with the U.S. Product Developmental Team, Key Stakeholders within the Medical Affairs team, Brand Team, Clinical Team and Departments dedicated to Managed Care or Health Care Advocacy to develop information that allows patient, clinicians and payers to make informed health care decisions regarding Neurocrine products. The Director will partner cross‑functionally to ensure that clinical, economic, and real‑world evidence are synthesized into clear, compelling value narratives appropriate for senior internal stakeholders and external policy audiences.

Your Contributions

• Develop strategy for the work area and translate into operational and tactical plans.
• Set strategy, design, develop and implement projects to assist the creation of product‑specific evidence to inform value assessment and market access.
• Act as the U.S. brand lead for HEOR content and support.
• Collaborate with internal business partners to meet the evidence needs of external consumers.
• Manage vendors and relationships from selection to potential ending of the relationship.
• Assist in meeting corporate and departmental goals.
• Select, develop and evaluate personnel to ensure efficient operation of the function.
• Provide direction to subordinate managers in various areas, groups and/or operations.
• Direct resolution of highly complex or unusual business / scientific problems that impact success or address future processes / outcomes.
• Apply advanced analytical thought and judgment.
• Develop new or innovative solutions to existing and/or novel problems.
• Regularly interact with senior leadership to influence policy and negotiate decisions within area of responsibility.
• Represent Neurocrine at professional events and may present data and findings.
• Contribute to evidence strategy and content development supporting federal pricing and value assessment frameworks, including Medicare Drug Price Negotiation (IRA).
• Synthesize complex clinical, economic and real‑world data into concise, defensible value narratives tailored for senior leadership and external stakeholders.
• Provide strategic counsel to cross‑functional leadership on value positioning in high‑visibility, high‑impact business contexts.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• MS degree in health outcomes/economics or related field AND 10+ years of pharmaceutical industry experience in a HEOR role with direct research experience preferred.
• Experience in real‑world evidence creation using claims and/or other health‑care encounter databases.
• Proven experience in the creation of U.S. based HTA submission materials (AMCP format dossier, budget impact models, cost‑effectiveness/offset models, ICER submissions, etc.).
• Experience in research protocol and analysis plan development, analysis of large databases and possible economic modeling is highly preferred.
• Experience in engaging large U.S. based payors or HTA organizations preferred.
• Extensive previous managerial experience also required.
• OR PhD or PharmD in health outcomes/economics or related field AND 7+ years of similar experience above.
• Recognized as an internal thought leader with extensive technical and business expertise within a strategic organization.
• Apply in‑depth knowledge of own function, business / commercial / scientific expertise to solve critical issues successfully and innovatively.
• Evaluate key business / scientific challenges and complete complex, ambiguous initiatives having cross‑functional impact.
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills, including strong written and oral communication abilities.
• Effective teamwork and interpersonal skills, including the ability to build successful relationships with internal experts/teams and other stakeholders.
• Ability to analyze and summarize data, think critically, manage projects, influence others, and work in a team environment.
• Highly proficient computer skills (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent SAS or other statistical programming skills.
• 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.

Salary and Benefits

Annual base salary $202,600.00‑$276,000.00. 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 35% of the earned base salary and eligibility to participate in an 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.

EEO Statement

Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/Disability/Vets employer. We are committed to building a workplace of belonging, respect, and empowerment, 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.