Apply

Ready to go for it?

AI Apply speeds things up—apply directly if you prefer.

FREE ACCESS
5,000–10,000 jobs/day
Scoutfield Logo

See all jobs on Scoutfield

Search thousands of fresh jobs every day.

Discover
  • Fresh listings
  • Fast filters
  • No subscription required
Create a free account and start exploring right away.
MSD

Principal Scientist – Outcomes Research – Lung Cancers

MSD

. Lead Outcomes Research strategy for a specific Lung Cancer program and contribute to value evidence activities for in-line and pipeline products .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $190,800 - $300,300 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit
Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in Outcomes Research and Health Economics, with a strong focus on Oncology and the ability to design and execute non-interventional studies. Proven capability in stakeholder relationship management and strategic planning to support value evidence generation and market access.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Outcomes ResearchHealth EconomicsOncology ExperienceReal World Evidence (RWE)Cross-Functional Teamwork

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills
Non-Interventional ResearchData Synthesis StudiesStudy ProtocolsMeasurement QuestionnairesData Analysis PlansHealth Technology AssessmentBudget ManagementScientific PresentationsPublicationsClinical Data Packages
Soft Skills
Stakeholder Relationship ManagementStrategic PlanningAbility to Work with Difficult Stakeholders
Certifications & Qualifications
Advanced Degree in Relevant Discipline
Industry Keywords
Cancer EpidemiologyPayer and Reimbursement EnvironmentValue Evidence GenerationHealth Economic EvaluationsScientific Experts Relationships

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead Outcomes Research strategy for a specific Lung Cancer program and contribute to value evidence activities for in-line and pipeline products
  • Obtain senior management approval of value evidence generation plans
  • Provide outcomes research leadership on cross-functional regional and global teams
  • Assess drivers and barriers to reimbursement and market access
  • Provide input into clinical, payer/access, marketing, and value evidence generation strategies and programs
  • Design non-interventional and data synthesis studies with internal teams and external partners
  • Author study protocols, develop measurement questionnaires, case report forms, data analysis plans, final study reports, scientific presentations, and publications
  • Manage study-related contracting, budgets, and vendors/partners
  • Develop American Managed Care Pharmacy dossiers for US payers and Global Value Dossiers
  • Develop supplementary clinical data packages for Health Technology Assessment agency submissions
  • Support country affiliates with local evidence-generation needs, health economic evaluations, protocols, and reimbursement dossiers
  • Communicate outcomes research and health economic modelling data to internal and external stakeholders
  • Maintain awareness of scientific and methodological developments within the therapeutic area
  • Build relationships with scientific experts worldwide
  • Present outcomes research data at national and international congresses and publish articles in scientific journals

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Advanced or professional degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., Outcomes Research, Health Economics, Epidemiology, Pharmaceutical Administration, Public Health, Health Policy, Medicine, or Clinical Pharmacy)
  • 4+ years of experience post-doctoral degree or 7+ years of experience post master’s degree in life sciences industry conducting non-interventional research and generating value evidence
  • Oncology experience
  • Knowledge of evolving payer and reimbursement environment
  • Cancer Epidemiology
  • Cross-Functional Teamwork
  • Observational Studies
  • Outcomes Research
  • Real World Data
  • Real World Evidence (RWE)
  • Stakeholder Relationship Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Ability to work with difficult stakeholders while achieving business results
  • Visa sponsorship is not available
  • US and Puerto Rico residents only

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable
  • Medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits for employee and family
  • Retirement benefits, including 401(k)
  • Paid holidays
  • Vacation
  • Compassionate and sick days
  • Relocation: Domestic