Director, Health Economics & Outcomes Research (HEOR)

Systematic Literature Review (SLR) Lead Remote |Canada

A growing, highly specialized HEOR and market access consultancy is seeking a Director, HEOR to lead evidence synthesis initiatives for a diverse portfolio of pharmaceutical and biotechnology clients. This role is ideal for an experienced researcher and consultant with deep expertise in systematic literature reviews (SLRs), particularly those incorporating real-world evidence (RWE) and observational research, in addition to traditional randomized controlled trial (RCT) data.

This is a highly visible leadership opportunity within a collaborative, scientifically driven organization. The successful candidate will serve as a subject matter expert, overseeing complex evidence synthesis projects while contributing to business growth, client engagement, and methodological innovation.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the design, execution, and interpretation of systematic literature reviews, targeted literature reviews, and evidence synthesis projects across a range of therapeutic areas.
Apply advanced expertise in reviewing and synthesizing evidence from observational studies, real-world data sources, registries, claims databases, electronic health records, and other non-interventional research, alongside RCT evidence.
Provide strategic guidance to clients on evidence generation, study design, comparative effectiveness research, and evidence gaps.
Oversee project teams and ensure high-quality deliverables are completed on time and within budget.
Serve as the primary scientific and methodological contact for client engagements.
Contribute to the development of evidence packages supporting health technology assessments (HTAs), reimbursement submissions, value dossiers, and market access strategies.
Mentor and develop junior and mid-level researchers.
Support business development activities, including proposal development, client presentations, and thought leadership initiatives.
Stay current with evolving methodologies related to evidence synthesis, real-world evidence generation, and health economic evaluation.

Desired Qualifications

Advanced degree required (PhD preferred) in Epidemiology, Public Health, Health Services Research, Outcomes Research, Pharmacy, Biostatistics, or a related discipline.
Significant experience within HEOR consulting, evidence synthesis, outcomes research, or a related field.
Demonstrated expertise conducting and leading systematic literature reviews and evidence synthesis projects.
Particular experience evaluating and synthesizing observational and real-world evidence studies, including understanding their methodological strengths, limitations, and applications within payer and HTA decision-making.
Strong understanding of comparative effectiveness research, epidemiology, and evidence generation methodologies.
Experience leading client-facing engagements and managing multiple concurrent projects.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting complex scientific findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Prior people management or mentoring experience is strongly preferred.

Why This Opportunity?

Opportunity to become a recognized leader in evidence synthesis and real-world evidence research.
Work alongside a highly experienced team of HEOR, epidemiology, and market access professionals.
Significant exposure to global pharmaceutical and biotechnology clients.
High degree of autonomy, scientific rigor, and strategic influence.
Leadership role with meaningful opportunities for professional growth and expanded responsibility.
Flexible, collaborative, and entrepreneurial consulting environment.
Joining a consultancy with an exceptionally inclusive and positive culture.

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Director HEOR

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Director HEOR