Director, Global Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR)

The Role :

Located at Moderna's Headquarters in Cambridge, MA, we are seeking an experienced HEOR professional to lead global HEOR activities for Moderna’s vaccine portfolio.

This role will play a critical part in shaping the development strategies for several vaccines in our pipeline, including Norovirus, Cytomegalovirus, and Epstein-Barr virus.

This role will lead the development and execution of strategies for evidence generation, data analysis, and dissemination to demonstrate the value of Moderna’s vaccine pipeline.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams across scientific, clinical, and commercial groups to develop coherent plans that shape development strategies and demonstrate the population-wide impact of these vaccines.

As a key member of the global HEOR team, you will play a critical role in engaging thought leaders, payers, and other stakeholders to ensure access to these vaccines.

This position offers a unique opportunity to influence vaccine development pathways and contribute to innovative approaches that maximize the health impact of Moderna's vaccines across the healthcare ecosystem.

Here’s What You’ll Do :

Contribute to the design, implementation and management of HEOR studies from concept through publication. HEOR studies may include retrospective database analysis, economic models, prospective research studies, patient-reported outcomes, and payer-focused tools.

Lead the design of health economic models that can be used to expain the value of Moderna vaccines to various stakeholders.

Collaborate with cross-functional product teams at every stage of development through launch. Partner with the broader vaccines commercial team in presentations to senior internal stakeholders, including our executive committee, and external stakeholders.

Work closely with other functions including research and development strategy, epidemiology, regulatory, policy, and medical affairs on the development on programs that support broad access and value.

Deliver best-practice project management oversight for all research and study-related activities.

Underestand the payer landscape and develop networks to enage with thought leaders who can provide input to guide Moderna programs.

Represent Moderna at meetings where HEOR discussions and data are required.

Be a key player in building HEOR capabilities within Moderna’s vaccines commercial organization, in partnership with newly formed teams that will blaze trails in new markets and grow Moderna at an accelerated pace.

Comply with corporate policies and procedures as well as all applicable healthcare laws and regulations.

Here’s What You’ll Need :

Minimum of a Master’s degree in Public Health, Health Services Research, Economics, Epidemiology, Health Policy, or a related discipline.

5+ years of progressive excellence in HEOR, with a successful track record of building and executing high-value-add research agendas.

Cross-functional leadership experience, with proven ability to collaborate with stakeholders across medical affairs, field teams, marketing, pricing, contracting, government payers, and other key areas to align scientific, clinical, and commercial objectives.

Extensive experience with outcomes-based strategies and tactics, including health economics, patient-reported outcomes, retrospective and prospective data analyses, epidemiology, and health services research, to meet scientific and commercial goals.

Strategic leadership in HEOR that has driven measurable business outcomes, including value communication for payers and health authorities to support market access, defend against pricing pressures, and differentiate brands in competitive markets.

Strong understanding of vaccine-specific drug development and regulatory pathways, payer reimbursement models, and health policy across multiple regions, with the ability to adapt strategies to different global markets.

Excellent communication, presentation, collaboration, and influencing skills across internal and external stakeholders.

Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table

Doctorate degree in a related discipline.

Experience working with vaccines or infectious diseases and familiarity with the unique challenges in these fields.

Experience interacting with National Immunization Technical Advisory Groups (NITAGs) and other public health authorities.

Experience with Health Technology Assessments (HTAs) or similar bodies to demonstrate and communicate value for pricing and reimbursement.

Proven expertise using real-world evidence and comparative effectiveness to inform health policy decisions.

High degree of digital fluency, with experience in digital health technologies, real-world data platforms, and predictive analytics.

Moderna is pleased to provide you and your family with a comprehensive and innovative suite of benefits, including :

• Highly competitive and inclusive medical, dental and vision coverage options
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical expenses and dependent care expenses
• Lifestyle Spending Account funds to help you engage in personal enrichment and self-care activities
• Family care benefits, including subsidized back-up care options and on-demand tutoring
• Free premium access to fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes
• Exclusive preferred pricing on Peloton fitness equipment
• Adoption and family-planning benefits
• Dedicated care coordination support for our LGBTQ+ community
• Generous paid time off, including :

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• Vacation, sick time and holidays
• Volunteer time to participate within your community
• Discretionary year-end shutdown
• Paid sabbatical after 5 years; every 3 years thereafter
• Generous Paid Leave offerings, including 18 weeks of 100% paid parental leave for all new parents
• 401k match and Financial Planning tools
• Moderna-paid Life, LTD and STD insurance coverages, as well as voluntary benefit options
• Complimentary concierge service including home services research, travel booking, and entertainment requests
• Free parking or subsidized commuter passes
• Location-specific perks and extras!

About Moderna

Since our founding in 2010, we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform, theinfrastructure to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered, and a world-class team.

We believe in giving our people a platform to change medicine and an opportunity to change the world.

By living our mission, values, and mindsets every day, our peopleare the driving force behind our scientific progress and our culture.

Together, we are creating a culture of belonging and building an organization that cares deeply for our patients, our employees, the environment, and our communities.

We are proud to have been recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators, and a Great Place to Work in the U.S.

As we build our company, we have always believed an in-person culture is critical to our success. Moderna champions the significant benefits of in-office collaboration by embracing a 70 / 30 work model.

This 70% in-office structure helps to foster a culture rich in innovation, teamwork, and direct mentorship. Join us in shaping a world where every interaction is an opportunity to learn, contribute and make a meaningful impact.

If you want to make a difference and join a team that is changing the future of medicine, we invite you to visit modernatx.

com / careers to learn more about our current opportunities.

Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free and drug-free work environment.

Moderna is a place where everyone can grow. If you meet the Basic Qualifications for the role and you would be excited to contribute to our mission every day, please apply!

Moderna is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

Moderna is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry or citizenship, ethnicity, disability, military or protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable law.

Moderna is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Belonging, Inclusion, and Diversity are critical to the success of our company and our impact on society. We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees and believe that by cultivating diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we can provide an environment where every employee is able to contribute their best.

Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and / or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should contact the Accommodations team at leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.

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