Associate Director – HEOR Strategy, Neuroscience

AbbVie

. Develop and implement HEOR strategy and tactics for multiple indications or products across US, international, or global contexts .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeRemote • Texas • United StatesSenior💰 $160,500 - $305,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR) with a strong ability to develop and implement strategies across global contexts. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders while ensuring compliance with research standards and effective communication of complex data.

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Health Economics ExpertiseOutcomes ResearchPayer/HTA KnowledgeCross-Functional CollaborationRegulatory Interface Experience

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Hard Skills

EpidemiologyBiostatisticsPatient-Reported OutcomesHealth Services ResearchProject ManagementResearch Standards ComplianceData PresentationBudget AllocationClinical-Trial COA MeasurementStudy Protocol Development

Soft Skills

Influencing SkillsClear Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

Advanced Degree in Health EconomicsMD or PharmD (Preferred)

Industry Keywords

HEOR StrategyIntegrated Evidence PlansGlobal HTA SubmissionsClinical ResearchPayer EngagementPatient Advocacy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and implement HEOR strategy and tactics for multiple indications or products across US, international, or global contexts
Serve as an HEOR subject-matter expert on cross-functional pipeline commercialization and brand planning teams
Align Global HEOR strategies and plans with broader Integrated Evidence Plans
Lead and conduct timely, robust, and innovative research aligned to strategy
Collaborate with HEOR centers of excellence, including PCOR and RWE
Inform clinical-trial COA measurement strategy using outcomes research and payer/HTA expertise
Interface with external global regulators, such as FDA and EMA, to support labeling negotiations
Partner with cross-functional stakeholders and country affiliates on global HTA submissions
Develop relationships with external clinical, payer, and patient-advocacy thought leaders
Partner on study protocol development, interpretation of findings, and publication of findings
Allocate project or asset-specific budgets and ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget
Ensure HEOR studies comply with established research standards
Disseminate HEOR evidence to payers, providers, patients, and policymakers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced degree in health economics or related discipline
Minimum of five years of working experience with a Master’s degree, or three years with a PhD; fellowship experience may be included
Professional training in a health field such as MD or PharmD is a plus
Demonstrated technical knowledge in health economics and outcomes research
Expertise in one or more core HEOR specialties: epidemiology, biostatistics, patient-reported outcomes, health services research, or economics
Ability to perform health economics projects from inception through publication and application with minimal oversight
Ability to present complex scientific programs and data clearly to cross-functional audiences
Ability to influence activities in a matrix organization
Knowledge of payer/HTA environments and global regulatory interfaces
Must comply with established research standards and applicable policies

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k)
Eligibility to participate in long-term incentive programs