Senior Health Economist

THE POSITION

The Senior Health Economist is responsible for value creation and demonstration, effectively communicating the value of an allocated product portfolio to national payers and related stakeholde rs, thereby removing barriers to patient access, via a proactive in-house approach to Health Economics.

Tasks & responsibilities

• Leads the development, review and refinement of UK/Ireland National Market Access Plans for Boehringer Ingelheim products in collaboration with various internal stakeholders
• Designs and develops optimal HTA strategy and leads all aspects of the HTA process for allocated products in UK/Ireland, to optimise HTA conditions for pipeline assets and minimise value erosion within inline brands
• Demonstrates HE functional excellence behaviours by leading and adapting (where appropriate) Corporate HEOR materials to ensure they are fit-for-purpose to the UK/Ireland setting and comply with ABPI Code of Practice. Commissions and manages large projects with third-party vendors and both internal and external stakeholders.
• Fosters the in-house development and training of other Boehringer Ingelheim Health Economists
• Takes a prominent role in cross-functional Franchise teams and is a recognized authority, ensuring that Market Access is integral to brand strategy and tactics
• Provides timely and accurate delivery of horizon scanning information on pipeline products. Ensures Market Access input during early-stage product development and assessment
• Leads the integration and validation of payer insights into the health economic approach and deliverables (HTA and payer value proposition). Translate patient access strategy into robust health economic strategies and Boehringer Ingelheim studies. Proactively communicate actionable conclusions, recommendations, and payer value messages.

Requirements

• At least an MSc in Health Economics or equivalent discipline
• Good working knowledge and practical experience of all methods of economic evaluation, the requirements, and processes of HTA bodies including NICE and SMC
• In depth technical knowledge of HE modelling and value communication & implementation using a variety of channels
• Ability to apply these approaches to support Boehringer Ingelheim’s business objectives
• Ability to collaborate and communicate with cross-functional teams, and to work at a strategic level within cross-functional teams
• Experience of working within ABPI and IPHA codes of practice would be advantageous

Our Company

Boehringer Ingelheim is a biopharmaceutical company active in both human and animal health. As one of the industry’s top investors in research and development, the company focuses on developing innovative therapies that can improve and extend lives in areas of high unmet medical need. Independent since its foundation in 1885, Boehringer takes a long-term perspective, embedding sustainability along the entire value chain. Our approximately 54,500 employees serve over 130 markets to build a healthier and more sustainable tomorrow. Learn more at www.boehringer-ingelheim.com

Why Boehringer Ingelheim?

With us, you can develop your own path in a company with a culture that knows our differences are our strengths – and break new ground in the drive to make millions of lives better.

Here, your development is our priority. Supporting you to build a career as part of a workplace that is independent, authentic and bold, while tackling challenging work in a respectful and friendly environment where everyone is valued and welcomed.

Alongside, you have access to programs and groups that ensure your health and wellbeing are looked after – as we make major investments to drive global accessibility to healthcare. By being part of a team that is constantly innovating, you’ll be helping to transform lives for generations.

Want to learn more? Visit https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com