Avalere is hiring a
Director, Real World Evidence and Epidemiology

Summary

The job is for a Senior Director in the Global HEOR practice at Avalere Health. The role involves managing and overseeing various health economics and outcomes research projects, with a focus on real-world evidence and epidemiological studies and strategy. The candidate should have a Master's Degree or PhD in relevant field, 7-10 years of experience working in healthcare, 5+ years of demonstrated experience in managing large-scale projects and healthcare policy, 5+ years of experience managing a team, excellent communication skills, strong facilitation skills, and ability to work independently.

Requirements

• Master's Degree or PhD in relevant field (e.g., health outcomes, health care research, public health, sociology, demography, epidemiology) preferred
• 7-10 years of experience working in healthcare
• 5+ years of demonstrated experience in managing large-scale projects and healthcare policy
• 5+ years of experience managing a team
• Demonstrated success in analyzing and synthesizing information to draw accurate, logical, and actionable conclusions
• Strong understanding of quality and value in healthcare
• Demonstrates superior consulting acumen, deepening client relationships and anticipating client needs and impacts of healthcare landscape changes
• Demonstrated success in gathering primary and secondary research through a range of research methodologies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong facilitation skills with multidisciplinary groups
• Experience in leading or support the development of protocols for submission to Research Ethics Boards or Internal Review Board
• Ability to work independently and thrive in a remote work environment
• Ability to closely mentor and support professional development of team members
• Exceptional organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Accountable for the concept development, design, and execution of projects to support the clinical, economic, and humanistic value propositions
• Works directly with industry clients to create and scope strategic and tactical recommendations for evidence synthesis and evidence generation projects
• Manages multiple clients and short- and long-term deliverables to ensure that Avalere Health's knowledge and expertise are available to meet client needs
• Implements, oversees, and continuously improves internal processes surrounding RWE projects, literature reviews, and other projects to promote efficiency and quality
• Leads the production of technical briefs, peer review publications, and insights
• Manages and mentors team members and other junior staff across the practice as requests; provides guidance and feedback to ensure they achieve their personal and professional development goals
• Effectively manages and communicates with internal and external stakeholders
• Presents (formally and informally) the results of research to a diverse group of stakeholders
• Manages the team budget and oversees vendors and consultants to ensure high quality deliverables while exercising fiscal responsibility
• Generates leads and conducts business development activities generating additional sales and revenue opportunities
• Remains up to date on healthcare trends, particularly around evidence generation and RWE, anticipate the needs of clients based on these trends
• Solves complex client issues in a timely and appropriate manner with minimal management oversight and attention to resources

Benefits

• A generous company pension/retirement plan
• Private medical insurance
• Comprehensive employee wellbeing initiatives
• Compelling time-off policy