The Role

In this role, you will support the local generation and adaptation of data, evidence and key HEOR deliverables for Moderna products supporting pricing and reimbursement, vaccine recommendations, tender and contracting and institutional customer engagement in Canada.

This role leads local HEOR evidence generation and adaptation activities in Canada and provides strategic oversight of external research partners supporting economic modelling, evidence synthesis, value assessment, vaccine recommendation, and pricing activities.  The Associate Director HEOR will drive the execution of evidence generation and communication plans and develop tailored evidence partnerships to address stakeholder needs. They will work on launch vaccines and pipeline products in close collaboration with Market Access and Pricing, Marketing, Clinical Development and Medical colleagues. This position reports to the Executive Director, Global HEOR with dotted line to the local Market Access Director.

Here’s What You’ll Do

• Lead the development and execution of local HEOR strategies, evidence generation activities, and key deliverables (e.g., Value Dossier) to demonstrate the value of Moderna’s products incl. vaccines to support reimbursement, market access, vaccine recommendations, tender and contracting and successful institutional customer engagement 

• Communicate HEOR evidence effectively as part of NITAG/HTA submissions, vaccine recommendation processes and pricing negotiations

• Represent HEOR on Medical, Market Access and Pricing, and Commercial cross-functional teams as a subject matter expert on payer product value proposition and HEOR scientific evidence, and align HEOR initiatives with the business needs

• Represent HEOR in early scientific engagement, benefit assessment and vaccine recommendation processes

• Drive local and contribute to global HEOR program and study design execution

• Identify and communicate local HEOR evidence requirements and gaps

• Partner with cross-functional and global teams to develop the communication materials for HEOR data, including value dossiers and other payer relevant communication content

• Develop and deliver data and data visualization as part of the omnichannel engagement of institutional customers

• Manage external research vendors and consultants to deliver results

• Lead localization and de novo development of HEOR studies and economic models

• Support Real-World Evidence (RWE) and economic modelling strategies that support successful benefit assessments, vaccine recommendation, pricing and patient access at country level

• Provide local HEOR input into strategic planning processes and decision gates

• Develop HEOR content and tools to support payer and stakeholder engagement

• Lead and execute HEOR publication plans

Here’s What You’ll Need (Minimum Qualifications)

• Ph.D., Sc.D. or Dr.P.H.; advanced degree in life sciences OR a Clinical degree (e.g., in medicine, pharmacy, nursing) and a master’s degree in a related discipline (as noted above)

• 5+ years of progressive excellence in HEOR within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, vaccines or healthcare industry

• As part of Moderna’s commitment to build a sustainable workforce, a minimum of 2 years of work authorization is required for this role

Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications)

• 7+ years of experience within the biopharmaceutical, vaccines, or healthcare industry

• Strong understanding of the Canadian healthcare system, reimbursement pathways, public health decision-making, and NITAG/HTA processes, including NACI

• Experience generating payer- and public health-relevant evidence, including real-world evidence and economic models

• Experience developing value dossiers, tender submissions, and materials supporting vaccine recommendations and reimbursement decisions

• Strong knowledge of HEOR methodologies, evidence-based medicine, patient-reported outcomes, and data analytics

• Proven ability to work cross-functionally and influence internal and external stakeholders without direct authority

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex data and insights effectively through visualization and storytelling

• Experience managing external vendors, consultants, and research partners

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment with strong attention to detail and execution

• A desire to make an impact as part of a high-growth, transformational company that is Bold, Relentless, Curious, and Collaborative

Pay & Benefits

At Moderna, we believe that when you feel your best, you can do your best work.  That’s why our global benefits and well-being resources are designed to support you—at work, at home, and everywhere in between.

• Best-in-class healthcare, plus voluntary benefit programs to support your unique needs

• A holistic approach to well-being with access to fitness, mindfulness, and mental health support

• Family building benefits, including fertility, adoption, and surrogacy support

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, bank holidays, volunteer days, sabbatical, global recharge days, and a discretionary year-end shutdown

• Savingsandinvestments to help you plan for the future

• Location-specific perks and extras

The benefits offered may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Moderna and the country where you work.