HEOR Director, Field - Northwest
Acadia Pharmaceuticals Inc., Oregon, WI, United States
About Acadia Pharmaceuticals
Acadia is committed to turning scientific promise into meaningful innovation that makes the difference for underserved neurological and rare disease communities around the world. Our commercial portfolio includes the first and only FDA-approved treatments for Parkinson's disease psychosis and Rett syndrome. We are developing the next wave of therapeutic advancements with a robust and diverse pipeline that includes mid- to late-stage programs in Alzheimer's disease psychosis and Lewy body dementia psychosis, along with earlier-stage programs that address other underserved patient needs. At Acadia, we're here to be their difference.
Seeking talent near: Seattle, WA; San Francisco, CA; Los Angeles, CA; Portland, OR; Salt Lake City, UT
Overview The HEOR Field Director will provide coverage and build relationships with Managed Care, Payers, Societies, and other Medical Access Influencers. They will also be involved in field based Health Economics & Outcomes Research (HEOR) related activities. Demonstrates knowledge of HEOR and all clinical and scientific data for our product(s); nurtures deep relationships with key experts and drives the adoption of tools and techniques for the safe and effective use of our products.
Primary Responsibilities
Works closely with reimbursement and managed market teams to help educate the payer and market access community on disease and treatment
Works closely with Account Managers (AMs) to ensure information needs of healthcare professionals and associated plans are met. Manages assigned Key Customer Accounts and customer interface of assigned National and Regional affiliate accounts.
Manages the ongoing scientific dialogue with the Managed Care audience as it relates to clinical information, scientific discussions, and health outcomes research for all Acadia therapies
Works with key customers, opinion leaders and assists internal collaborators and TA Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs) in interpretation of key scientific data to support policy decision-makers
Prepares and delivers fair balanced and comprehensive responses to clinical and scientific concerns of Population Health Decision makers (managed care, Medicare or Medicaid, plan medical and pharmacy directors, and related collaborators)
Facilitates education and HEOR account related activities regarding current and new therapies developed and commercialized by the company
Collaborates with in-house HEOR team on HEOR strategies and related activities such as database analysis and vendor proposals that demonstrate and contribute to the medical value of Acadia's portfolio of therapies
Demonstrates ability to develop and deliver HEOR collaborations with population health decision makers and has demonstrated experience and accomplishments as evidenced by a history of HEOR related publications and projects
Education/Experience/Skills
PharmD, M.D., Ph.D, or other recognized doctorate level education with supporting applicable health science background. Additional advanced degree in epidemiology (MPH), economics (MBA) and/or health services is highly desired
Minimum of 5 years of total successful previous related field medical or comparable experiences addressing scientific and clinical issues of policy in a Managed care, Market Access, Medicare or Medicaid-related role
Minimum of 4 years post professional degree practice or relevant transferable experience (clinical practice, academic research, regulatory/scientific)
Specialized training in HEOR such as Outcomes Research Fellowship is preferred and may also be considered as equivalent of managed market medical experience
Previous experience leading, designing, and managing field or HQ based HEOR studies is highly desired
Experience with health plan drug utilization decision-making (e.g. Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee, Guideline Panels) is highly desired
Experience and knowledge of government and private payer relationships, direct experience in a payer environment is strongly preferred
Experience in communicating the results of health outcomes research and economic models
Exhibited ability to operate within appropriate legal and regulatory guidelines
Scientific and pharmaceutical knowledge and/or experience
Strong team, leadership, planning and written/verbal communication skills
Strong presentation and teaching skills
Ability to learn and convey clinical and non-clinical technical information effectively
Ability to work successfully with a wide number of personality styles and management practices
Proven ability to work within an MSL team
Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships
Requires approximately 60% travel so must be relatively close to a major airport
Physical Requirements While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, see, talk or hear in a standard office environment and independently from remote locations. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Ability to travel by car or airplane independently, up to 25% of the time, and work after hours if required by travel schedule or business issues.
Travel Location notes: LI-SM1 LI-REMOTE
Compensation and Benefits In addition to a competitive base salary, this position is also eligible for discretionary bonus and equity awards based on factors such as individual and organizational performance. Actual amounts will vary depending on experience, performance, and location.
Salary Range
$190,400 — $238,000 USD
What we offer US-based Employees
Competitive base, bonus, new hire and ongoing equity packages
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employer-paid life, disability, business travel and EAP coverage
401(k) Plan with a fully vested company match 1:1 up to 5%
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 2-year purchase price lock-in
15+ vacation days
13 -15 paid holidays, including office closure between December 24th and January 1st
10 days of paid sick time
Paid parental leave benefit
Tuition assistance
EEO and Accessibility EEO Statement (US-based Employees):
We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and innovative company. We encourage applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds and experiences.
It is the policy of Acadia to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and employment applicants without regard to race, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any basis protected under federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodations are available during the recruiting process and employment. For accommodations, contact talentacquisition@acadia-pharm.com or call 858-261-2923.
Please note that reasonable accommodations granted throughout the recruiting process are not guaranteed to be the same accommodations given if hired. A new request will need to be submitted for any ADA accommodations after starting employment.
Residency/Regional Information California Applicants: Additional Information for California Residents within our Privacy Policy. Canadian Applicants: Additional Information for Canadian Residents within our Privacy Policy. Applicants in the European Economic Area, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and Serbia: see Additional Information within our Privacy Policy.
Recruiter Note Applicants in this notice: The Talent Acquisition team manages the recruitment and employment process for Acadia. Acadia does not accept resumes from recruiters or search firms without an executed search agreement in place. Resumes sent to Acadia employees in the absence of an executed search agreement will not obligate Acadia in any way.
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Seeking talent near: Seattle, WA; San Francisco, CA; Los Angeles, CA; Portland, OR; Salt Lake City, UT
Overview The HEOR Field Director will provide coverage and build relationships with Managed Care, Payers, Societies, and other Medical Access Influencers. They will also be involved in field based Health Economics & Outcomes Research (HEOR) related activities. Demonstrates knowledge of HEOR and all clinical and scientific data for our product(s); nurtures deep relationships with key experts and drives the adoption of tools and techniques for the safe and effective use of our products.
Primary Responsibilities
Works closely with reimbursement and managed market teams to help educate the payer and market access community on disease and treatment
Works closely with Account Managers (AMs) to ensure information needs of healthcare professionals and associated plans are met. Manages assigned Key Customer Accounts and customer interface of assigned National and Regional affiliate accounts.
Manages the ongoing scientific dialogue with the Managed Care audience as it relates to clinical information, scientific discussions, and health outcomes research for all Acadia therapies
Works with key customers, opinion leaders and assists internal collaborators and TA Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs) in interpretation of key scientific data to support policy decision-makers
Prepares and delivers fair balanced and comprehensive responses to clinical and scientific concerns of Population Health Decision makers (managed care, Medicare or Medicaid, plan medical and pharmacy directors, and related collaborators)
Facilitates education and HEOR account related activities regarding current and new therapies developed and commercialized by the company
Collaborates with in-house HEOR team on HEOR strategies and related activities such as database analysis and vendor proposals that demonstrate and contribute to the medical value of Acadia's portfolio of therapies
Demonstrates ability to develop and deliver HEOR collaborations with population health decision makers and has demonstrated experience and accomplishments as evidenced by a history of HEOR related publications and projects
Education/Experience/Skills
PharmD, M.D., Ph.D, or other recognized doctorate level education with supporting applicable health science background. Additional advanced degree in epidemiology (MPH), economics (MBA) and/or health services is highly desired
Minimum of 5 years of total successful previous related field medical or comparable experiences addressing scientific and clinical issues of policy in a Managed care, Market Access, Medicare or Medicaid-related role
Minimum of 4 years post professional degree practice or relevant transferable experience (clinical practice, academic research, regulatory/scientific)
Specialized training in HEOR such as Outcomes Research Fellowship is preferred and may also be considered as equivalent of managed market medical experience
Previous experience leading, designing, and managing field or HQ based HEOR studies is highly desired
Experience with health plan drug utilization decision-making (e.g. Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee, Guideline Panels) is highly desired
Experience and knowledge of government and private payer relationships, direct experience in a payer environment is strongly preferred
Experience in communicating the results of health outcomes research and economic models
Exhibited ability to operate within appropriate legal and regulatory guidelines
Scientific and pharmaceutical knowledge and/or experience
Strong team, leadership, planning and written/verbal communication skills
Strong presentation and teaching skills
Ability to learn and convey clinical and non-clinical technical information effectively
Ability to work successfully with a wide number of personality styles and management practices
Proven ability to work within an MSL team
Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships
Requires approximately 60% travel so must be relatively close to a major airport
Physical Requirements While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, see, talk or hear in a standard office environment and independently from remote locations. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Ability to travel by car or airplane independently, up to 25% of the time, and work after hours if required by travel schedule or business issues.
Travel Location notes: LI-SM1 LI-REMOTE
Compensation and Benefits In addition to a competitive base salary, this position is also eligible for discretionary bonus and equity awards based on factors such as individual and organizational performance. Actual amounts will vary depending on experience, performance, and location.
Salary Range
$190,400 — $238,000 USD
What we offer US-based Employees
Competitive base, bonus, new hire and ongoing equity packages
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employer-paid life, disability, business travel and EAP coverage
401(k) Plan with a fully vested company match 1:1 up to 5%
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 2-year purchase price lock-in
15+ vacation days
13 -15 paid holidays, including office closure between December 24th and January 1st
10 days of paid sick time
Paid parental leave benefit
Tuition assistance
EEO and Accessibility EEO Statement (US-based Employees):
We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and innovative company. We encourage applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds and experiences.
It is the policy of Acadia to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and employment applicants without regard to race, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any basis protected under federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodations are available during the recruiting process and employment. For accommodations, contact talentacquisition@acadia-pharm.com or call 858-261-2923.
Please note that reasonable accommodations granted throughout the recruiting process are not guaranteed to be the same accommodations given if hired. A new request will need to be submitted for any ADA accommodations after starting employment.
Residency/Regional Information California Applicants: Additional Information for California Residents within our Privacy Policy. Canadian Applicants: Additional Information for Canadian Residents within our Privacy Policy. Applicants in the European Economic Area, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and Serbia: see Additional Information within our Privacy Policy.
Recruiter Note Applicants in this notice: The Talent Acquisition team manages the recruitment and employment process for Acadia. Acadia does not accept resumes from recruiters or search firms without an executed search agreement in place. Resumes sent to Acadia employees in the absence of an executed search agreement will not obligate Acadia in any way.
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