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HEOR Science Liaison

Boston, MA · On-site +1

The HEOR Science Liaison delivers credible, non-promotional scientific exchange across clinical evidence, real-world evidence (RWE), pharmacoeconomics, and health outcomes to support informed ...

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As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for heor in Boston, MA is $86,201.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $69,500.00 and $96,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a HEOR (Health Economics and Outcomes Research) specialist, you need a strong background in health economics, epidemiology, and statistical analysis, typically supported by an advanced degree in a health-related field. Proficiency with data analytics software such as SAS, R, or STATA, and familiarity with modeling methodologies and outcomes databases are essential. Excellent communication, project management, and cross-functional collaboration skills set outstanding candidates apart. These capabilities enable effective evaluation and demonstration of the value and impact of healthcare interventions in support of market access and policy decision-making.

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A HEOR (Health Economics and Outcomes Research) job focuses on evaluating the economic impact and patient outcomes of healthcare interventions. Professionals in this field analyze data, conduct studies, and develop models to assess the value of medical treatments, pharmaceuticals, and healthcare policies. HEOR specialists work in pharmaceutical companies, healthcare organizations, or consulting firms to support market access, pricing, and reimbursement strategies. Their work helps ensure that healthcare decisions are based on both clinical effectiveness and cost-efficiency.

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HEOR professionals often face the challenge of gathering and analyzing complex real-world data while ensuring its quality and relevance to inform healthcare decisions. They must also translate technical research findings into actionable recommendations that resonate with diverse audiences, including clinicians, payers, and regulatory bodies. Working within cross-functional teams, HEOR specialists need to balance scientific rigor with practical business needs and tight timelines. Successfully navigating these challenges requires adaptability, clear communication, and a solid understanding of both research methods and the healthcare environment.

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Director, HEOR Strategy (Dermatology)

AbbVie

Boston, MA • On-site

$160K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 27 days ago

AbbVie rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 100 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

14th of 86 rated pharmaceutical

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Company Description
About AbbVie
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
Job Description
The Director, Health Economics & Outcomes Research (HEOR) leads the development & execution of projects for on-market and/or pipeline development assets, who is the brand/asset leader representing HEOR on cross functional asset/brand teams and in the pipeline commercialization teams. He or she is accountable for HEOR strategies and execution for at least one asset and/or at least one indication for US or international. The director may have 1-2 full-time direct reports.
Responsibilities
Oversees the design and conduct, of projects and effectively communicates the findings and strategic impact of findings to internal and external audiences
  • Provides product leadership to HEOR strategic direction for consistent with business goals established in conjunction with the appropriate cross functional partners.
  • Ensures project plan integrates and aligns with the product strategic plans from matrix teams as well as commercial interests. Provides updates on execution of plans to product as well as functional management, owns, then shares project execution decisions. In the development of product strategic plans he/she liaises with other members of the product team to generate innovative ideas and create buy-in to strategies
  • Accountable for end-to-end delivery of HEOR book of work under their remit, from strategy development to content pull through
  • Accountable to ensuring strong partnership with all relevant HEOR COE functions to ensure a comprehensive HEOR voice is represented in cross-functional meetings
  • Executive presence and ability to engage with senior leaders in a cross functional setting.

Qualifications
  • Advanced degree in health economics or related discipline
  • Minimum of seven years working experience with Master's, five year with PhD (can include fellowship experience). Professional training in a health field (MD, PharmD, etc.) is a plus
  • Preferred: PhD in Economics, Econometrics, or (pharmaco)epidemiology or any other related field with 3 years of relevant experience. Clinical research experience strongly recommended; within pharmaceutical industry preferred. Experience leading complex products and/or clinical development in support of pipeline development and on-market product
  • Typically 3+ years of clinical development experience in the pharmaceutical industry, CRO, academia or other health-related consulting company plus having expert knowledge in a relevant therapeutic specialty
  • Proven leadership skills in a cross-functional global team environment. Ability to interact externally and internally to support global business strategy.
  • The Director must perform at times in previously uncharted territory with few, if any, established guidelines or procedures. At other times, exceedingly complex governmental rules and regulations must be followed. For problems surrounded by complex rules and regulations, the Director must be able to direct compliance knowledgeably and expeditiously.
  • Must be able to develop creative and effective solutions to inter- and intra-project priority conflicts, resource constraints and other problems which may impact project or group goals and deliverables across multiple programs.
  • High goal-orientation with the ability to see solutions rather than problems as projects encounter the inevitable ups and downs associated with new drug development or on-market product support.
  • Extensive knowledge of the global regulatory, HTA and PR&A landscape, as well as understanding of other development-related functions as they relate to all phases of drug development.
  • Skills to perform the dual roles of leading a cross functional team and managing scientific personnel in clinical research. Must be able to interact successfully with Senior Management globally (Executive staff, Area VPs, GMs etc.) and act as the HEOR project/group champion and spokesperson. Additionally, must be a self- starter and have a strong desire to see projects achieve commercial success.

Additional Information
Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
  • The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
  • We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
  • This job is eligible to participate in our long-term incentive programs.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
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AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas: immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care, virology, women's health, and gastroenterology, in addition to products and services across its Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.

Industry

Scientific research and development services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

North Chicago, IL, US

Year founded

2013

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