Senior Health Economics and Outcomes Scientist

Virta Health

. Lead the strategy, development, and execution of real-world evidence programs and health economics models .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $172,000 - $222,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Health Economics and Real-World Evidence methodologies, with a strong ability to analyze claims datasets and translate findings into actionable insights for commercial growth. Proficient in developing AI-enabled workflows and ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.

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Health EconomicsReal-World Evidence AnalysisClaims Dataset AnalysisSQL, Python, R, or SAS ProficiencyPeer-Reviewed Publication Experience

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Hard Skills

Health EconomicsReal-World Evidence AnalysisClaims Dataset AnalysisData ModelingAI-Enabled Workflow Design

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaborationTeaching

Industry Keywords

HIPAA CompliancePharmacoeconomicsPublic HealthCommercial GrowthMarket Adoption

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the strategy, development, and execution of real-world evidence programs and health economics models
Translate real-world data from health plans, employers, and external data warehouses into operational and health economic insights
Generate evidence to drive commercial growth, market adoption, and product innovation
Publish findings in peer-reviewed scientific journals
Present scientific evidence at national and international conferences, client presentations, and internal meetings
Partner with sales, marketing, and product teams to integrate real-world evidence into commercial messaging, clinical care, and product development
Serve as an internal subject matter expert
Teach HEOR methodologies to colleagues and advance organizational research capabilities
Onboard with Clinical Research and Data Science teams and learn Virta’s data pipeline and evidence base
Review research compliance and privacy protocols
Own a claims dataset analysis project and align evidence needs with Sales and Marketing
Draft an updated HEOR strategy roadmap
Complete initial real-world evidence analyses and begin a peer-reviewed publication or conference submission
Establish repeatable, AI-enabled workflows for research and reporting tasks

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree or equivalent in Health Economics, Public Health, Pharmacoeconomics, or a related field; PhD preferred
5+ years of experience analyzing claims/clinical datasets, publishing in peer-reviewed journals, and presenting economic outcomes of clinical programs
3+ years of business experience in a startup or high-growth environment
Proven ability to translate scientific evidence for commercial and marketplace applications
Proficiency in SQL, Python, R, or SAS for advanced claims analysis and data modeling
Successfully designed and implemented repeatable AI-enabled workflows that address team bottlenecks and improve efficiency
Ability to follow HIPAA security and privacy procedures and keep patient information confidential
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Must not require employment visa sponsorship, based on the application questions

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote-first work arrangement
Office hubs in Denver and San Francisco
AI-enabled workflows and research tools
Information about Virta’s benefits is available on the Careers page