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April 29, 2010
Associate/Full Professor (12 month tenure-track): Virginia Commonwealth University
Location: Richmond, Virginia, USA
The Department of Healthcare Policy and Research in the School of Medicine invites applications for a tenure-track academic position in health services research, health economics, or health policy.
The Department of Healthcare Policy and Research http://www.healthpolicy.vcu.edu at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) is a vital and growing research and teaching department in the School of Medicine. VCU boasts one of the country’s most comprehensive health sciences centers - the Schools of Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing, Dentistry, and Allied Health Professions, and the Massey Cancer Center as part of the VCU Medical Center. Moreover, the Department is ideally located in Richmond, Virginia, the state’s capital, and close to Washington DC, providing excellent opportunities for interaction and research collaboration with practitioners and policy makers in state and federal agencies.
Qualifications:
Applicants must (1) possess a doctoral degree in economics, health services research, public policy, or related field and (2) have a strong research background with a funded research program. Candidates whose research focus includes cancer, social and economic determinants of health, health insurance, or healthcare delivery systems are particularly encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will have strong quantitative and methodological expertise. Applicants must possess excellent oral and written communication skills. The successful candidates will play a central role in the Department’s program of teaching and research. Faculty members will be essential members of a team developing creative, innovative approaches to public health education and collaborative research. The successful candidate will be expected to develop/sustain an independent, funded research program.
Salary is highly competitive and commensurate with experience.
Application:
Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume along with the names, addresses, telephone numbers and E-mail addresses of three professional references to: engrrecruit@vcu.edu
Applications will be reviewed as received, and the positions will remain open until filled.
Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
April 2010: Professorship/Lectureship
Head of Health Economics
Location: Osaka (HQ) or Tokyo, Japan
Reports to: Head of Strategic Planning, Business Development & Market Access
Direct reports: Two (Located in Tokyo)
Job Description
A Head of HEOR is sought for Bayer Schering Pharma’s affiliate in Japan to establish an HEOR organisation in Japan to complement a seasoned Pricing and Reimbursement Team to be located in either Tokyo or Osaka.
You will be responsible for Health Economics and Outcomes Research for our entire portfolio. This new position reports to the Head of Strategic Planning, Business Development & Market Access.
Integrated in Bayer’s Global Market Access, HEOR will play a key role in solidifying our market position, amidst changes in the pricing & reimbursement environment in Japan.
The ideal candidate is expected to make a positive contribution to the HEOR field in Japan and work closely with Global HEOR in Europe and New Jersey, USA. Initially, there shall be two direct reports.
Key job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Steer market access activities (e.g. KOL development, advisory boards, epidemiology, economic modeling, publications, negotiations, etc.)
- Develop and lead HEOR projects and implement evidence-based market access for new products and defense strategies for key marketed products.
- Serve as principal HEOR liaison with Global Market Access in Europe, the USA, Asia-Pacific and at alliance partners.
- Generate expert recommendations, reports, publications, etc. for internal and external communication, to assist negotiations and drive product utilisation.
- Work closely with brand marketing teams and other functional areas (i.e., Pricing, Advocacy, Medical Affairs, Clinical, Project Management, Sales) to develop value and pricing strategies.
- Train, educate and coach. Establish a solid HEOR organization and culture in Japan, leveraging best practices from other regions.
- Engage external stakeholders in academia, pricing authorities and payers.
Requirements:
The candidate must have solid HEOR academic qualifications and experience:
- In-depth knowledge in key HEOR principles, models and tools, interpretation of clinical results and communication.
- Ability to manage multiple projects across functional areas, and work independently when appropriate, in teams and as a sub-team lead.
- Sensibility to and working experience in a multi-cultural environment.
- Experience in managing external consultants, academia and vendors on a day-to-day basis and managing budgets.
- Prior experience in a global Market Access function is essential: a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in health economy, outcomes or Pricing & Reimbursement in HTA-driven markets.
Other Requirements:
- English Language. Japanese, while appreciated, is not a key requirement.
- Academic degree required, MPH preferred.
- Strong organization, planning and prioritization skills.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Benefits:
A salary package consummate with experience and extensive benefits package
About Bayer Yakuhin Ltd:
Bayer is one of the fastest growing global pharmaceutical companies in Japan, with a strong, innovative portfolio. In Japan, Bayer is a leader in most of its target therapeutic segments with several first-in-class products. In addition to the internal portfolio, which is developed simultaneously with EU, the USA and increasingly with Asia-Pacific, the business in Japan is enhanced by partnerships and alliances.
Application:
For further details, and to make an application, please contact the exclusive recruiting consultant:
David Nolan at Barrington James
Tel: +44 (0) 1293 77 66 44
or send your recent CV to dnolan@barringtonjames.com
April 2010: Health Economist , Researcher/Co-ordinator
(Associate) Director: Market Access
Location: Bollington, UK
Mapi Values is an independent and internationally renowned company with offices in the UK, the US, France, the Netherlands and Japan providing strategic consultancy and tactical solutions in Health Economics & Outcomes Research for the international pharmaceutical industry.
We wish to appoint an (Associate) Director and Research Manager within our growing Market Access team based in the pretty village of Bollington on the edge of the Peak District and a short distance from the exciting city of Manchester.
When joining the evidence-based Market Access team of Mapi Values, the evaluation of the value of treatments in their current or future market will be at the heart of your work. You will provide strategic insight and critical evidence to develop the global and local Market Access strategy of our clients, providing activities to ensure their products are reimbursed, accepted in formularies, and properly prescribed.
The Position:
We wish to appoint an (Associate) Director Market Access. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious manager with previous market access experience in an international consultancy or in the pharmaceutical industry to contribute to the long-term success and growth of the business including ensuring that our projects provide real value to our clients, that all of our team members are given the training and support they require to grow and develop, and that Mapi Values’ superb reputation for quality work is further developed. Travel, including international travel, is a component of this position.
Responsibilities:
Your role will be exciting and varied; you will be involved in a range of responsibilities, including:
- Translating clinical and economic evidence into stakeholder value
- Creating new business opportunities
- Leading an exceptionally bright and motivated team working in Market Access
Requirements:
Applicants will have a relevant postgraduate qualification (MSc/PhD) and will have experience of working in an evidence-based market access environment in an international consultancy or with a pharmaceutical company. The ideal applicant should be a real team builder with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
April 2010: Directorship , Industry , Market Access
Research Manager: Market Access
Location: Bollington, UK
Mapi Values is an independent and internationally renowned company with offices in the UK, the US, France, the Netherlands and Japan providing strategic consultancy and tactical solutions in Health Economics & Outcomes Research for the international pharmaceutical industry.
We wish to appoint an (Associate) Director and Research Manager within our growing Market Access team based in the pretty village of Bollington on the edge of the Peak District and a short distance from the exciting city of Manchester.
This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious researcher with a proven track record in health economics. We will provide you with all the necessary training and support for your professional development in this challenging and rapid-moving field. In return we expect you to quickly build on your existing knowledge and skills, leading projects that meet our clients’ needs, and supporting the growth and development of more junior team members.
Responsibilities:
Your role will be exciting and varied, leading international projects supporting access to the market of our clients’ products. You will be involved in a variety of tasks, including:
- Leading project teams and acting as primary client contact
- Briefing, supporting and coaching project team members
- Leading delivery of projects including evidence synthesis, health economic modelling and preparation of HTA/reimbursement submissions
- Maintaining client relations and writing project proposals with support from Directors
Requirements:
You are a skilled researcher with previous experience in the pharmaceutical industry or an international consultancy. You will be able to demonstrate skills in health economics research, statistics, epidemiology or quantitative analysis of biological/medical data. You will have experience in obtaining market access for drugs or medical devices, and you will need to demonstrate previous experience in economic modelling and evidence synthesis as well as leadership abilities and have excellent verbal and written communication skills. You will have a relevant postgraduate qualification (MSc/PhD) or equivalent.
Package Details:
Mapi Values offers competitive remuneration, a generous holiday allowance, private health insurance, pension contributions, and gym membership, together with support for further qualifications, in a friendly and informal office environment. If you are interested in further developing your career in outcomes research within an established consultancy and meet the above requirements, please send your CV and motivation letter to: Lesley Brooks, Office Manager, Mapi Values UK, Adelphi Mill, Bollington, Cheshire, SK105JB, e-mail: lesley.brooks@mapivalues.com
April 2010: Manager , Market Access , Researcher/Co-ordinator
Principal Health Outcomes Research Associate: Allergan
Location: Irvine, California, USA
Allergan is a global, technology-driven multi-specialty health care company pursuing therapeutic advances to help patients live life to their fullest potential. In making this commitment, we work to develop an unparalleled level of insight into patients’ wants and needs - and into the priorities and concerns of the medical specialists who treat them. To this end, we employ more than 50 percent of our work force in either research and development (R&D) or sales, ensuring our efforts are focused on innovation and our customers.
The Principal Health Outcomes Research Associate, Global Health Outcomes Strategy and Research, works with members of the Global Health Outcomes Strategy and Research team, European Health Economic Unit, and other R and D and commercial areas in facilitating and executing health outcomes research studies to support new and existing products. The incumbent will be responsible for leading departmental initiatives regarding support systems and processes to facilitate appropriate conduct and documentation of ongoing project work, including representation on appropriate R and D process committees. Coordinates health outcomes studies, planning and tracking, grants, and information systems, and coordinates dissemination of process and methodology initiatives across therapy areas. Presents health outcomes projects and information to groups internal and external to the company and serves as the University liaison for the health outcomes internship program.
- Must have 2 to 3 years experience in a field relevant to health outcomes with an additional 2 to 3 years of direct experience in the health outcomes field
- A four year college education with emphasis in either a business, life sciences, or health related discipline with an additional 3 to 5 years in a field relevant to health outcomes is required.
- In depth knowledge of health outcomes and drug development process, standards, and principles, with the ability to apply knowledge to practical uses
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to make effective presentation to groups that may include participants to whom English is a second language
- Must have proven analytical and problem solving skills
- Proven project management skills and ability to work effectively through others, with sensitivity to cultural differences
- Proficient in the utilization of computer software including spreadsheets, word processing, and presentation programs
EEO/AA M/F/V/D
For consideration please apply online using the following link: http://allergan.taleo.net/careersection/usa_external/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=090492&src=PA-10520