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October 8, 2009

HTA Manager

Location: UK Based

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HEOR professional to take the next step in their career, roles like this do not come along every day!

My client is the UK affiliate for one of the worlds leading research based pharmaceutical companies and they are looking to appoint a new HTA Manager to lead their UK Outcomes and Market Access team.

Suitable candidates will possess a MSc or PhD in Health Economics or Outcomes Research related discipline and a minimum of 5 years industry experience gained within a Pharmaceutical Company, CRO or consultancy

In return a very competitive salary and package is offered.

Job profile:

Responsible for the quality and accuracy of all UK HTA submissions. Co-ordinate all HTA activities and team management to ensure the successful outcome of HTA appraisals.

Duties, Responsibilities, Activities:

  • Lead HTA submission activity
  • Respond to commissions from marketing team for submission materials for large scale HTA’s or local PCO driven activity.
  • Develop and maintain a deep understanding of the UK HTA institutions, informing and educating the organisation on matters relating to the institutions, their processes, and outcomes
  • Research and monitor the work programme of the HTA institutions for their impact
  • Conduct capacity planning for future HTA submission development and recruits and co-ordinate out-sourced agency support on a needs basis
  • Organise and implement HTA submissions, re-submissions and appeals including
    • identifying timelines for scoping and developing submissions,
  • Ensure quality submissions are developed and submitted to meet the required time
    • deadlines which maximise the value of the brand across the whole product range.
  • Provide input and technical guidance to members of the HTA team.
  • Develop input on policy for implementation and practical aspects of HTA e.g.
  • methodology guidelines Group and work with External Affairs to contribute to HTA policy and co-ordinate activity with Market Access Manager.
  • Build close relationships with key influencers in regulatory authorities (NICE, SMC etc)

Education and Skills Required:

  • Post graduate degree (MSc or PhD) in Health Economics or Outcomes Research

Minimum Experience Required:

  • Significant Outcomes Research Experience

Skills/Knowledge Required:

  • Excellent understanding of regulatory environment
  • Excellent negotiation skills
  • Excellent writing and communication skills
  • Proven project management capability
  • Proven ability to influence key decision makers
  • Knowledge of management practices.

Skills/Knowledge/Experience Preferred:

  • Marketing or key account management experience
  • Clinical knowledge
  • Previous experience in managing a team

Additional Information:

I recruit specifically within the HE / OR function throughout Europe, if you would like to speak to me regarding one of my current vacancies, or simply be made aware of opportunities as they arise then please call me today on +44 (0)1293 77 66 44 for a confidential discussion.

Alternatively e-mail me on rbird@barringtonjames.com

I look forward to hearing from you soon!

Ray Bird
Senior Consultant ~ Pharmacoeconomics
+ 44 (0)1293 77 66 44
http://www.barringtonjames.com

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