Associate Director, Medical Affairs - US HEOR

Sun Pharma is the world’s fourth largest specialty generics company with presence in Specialty, Generics and Consumer Healthcare products. Supported by more than 40 manufacturing facilities, we provide high-quality medicines, trusted by healthcare professionals and patients, to more than 100 countries across the globe. Over the last two decades, Sun Pharma has established itself as a leading player in the generics market in the U.S., and we are rapidly ramping up our presence in the specialty branded market with a focus on dermatology, ophthalmology and onco-dermatology. 

Job Summary:

We are seeking an Associate Director, HEOR to join our team. This role requires significant expertise in Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR) and Real World Evidence (RWE) work, a good understanding of product strategy, and a practical approach to get work done. The individual will design and execute HEOR initiatives. The individual will have a strong focus on delivering high-quality impactful work, aligning across business partners and effective vendor management.

Key Responsibilities:

• HEOR Strategy & Execution: M anage HEOR projects across product lifecycles, collaborating with cross-functional teams (clinical, medical affairs, regulatory) to support enterprise needs.
• Methodological Expertise: Have a strong technical background to deliver HEOR/RWE productions.
• Hands-On Issue Resolution: Take a proactive, hands-on approach to get work done with a sense of urgency.
• Vendor Management: Oversee/do quality control/be responsible for work executed by vendors.
• Market Access & Payer Strategy: Develop and execute evidence to support payor interactions.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as a subject matter expert within the enterprise, working with teams across medical, clinical, regulatory, and commercial functions to support and lead business strategy with evidence.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on the latest trends in health economics, outcomes research, and payor dynamics.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D., Master’s, or equivalent advanced degree in Health Economics, Public Health, Pharmacoeconomics, or a related quantitative field
• 3-5 years of experience in HEOR with proven ability to conduct complex projects and translate data into strategic insights. Solid experience in a vendor shop is preferred.
• Expertise in generating evidence for payor interactions/value communications
• Strong experience in vendor management
• Strong communication skills, ability to present evidence and insights to non-HEOR audience
• Ability to travel 10-15%

Join us and play a crucial role in shaping the future of impactful therapies through evidence-driven insights that support clinical and commercial success.

The presently-anticipated base compensation pay range for this position is $183,000 to $224,000. Actual base compensation may vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to geographical location and experience. In addition, this position is part of the Annual Performance Bonus Plan. Employees are eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs which include medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; disability insurance; 401(k) savings plan; flexible spending accounts; and the employee assistance program. Employees also receive various paid time off benefits, including vacation time and sick time.
The compensation and benefits described above are subject to the terms and conditions of any governing plans, policies, practices, agreements, or other materials or documents as in effect from time to time, including but not limited to terms and conditions regarding eligibility. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company, or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees as assigned to this job. Nothing herein shall preclude the employer from changing these duties from time to time and assigning comparable duties or other duties commensurate with the experience and background of the incumbent(s).

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