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Director, Patient-Reported Outcomes (PRO) and Preference Elicitation
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Director, Patient-Reported Outcomes (PRO) and Preference Elicitation Studies
Position Overview
We are seeking motivated and experienced professionals to join our Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR) team as a Director, with a focus on Patient-Reported Outcomes (PRO) and Preference Elicitation Studies.
You will contribute to groundbreaking projects that influence healthcare decision-making, advancing the understanding of patient perspectives and preferences to enhance value-driven healthcare delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership in the design and delivery of PRO and preference elicitation research.
- Drive innovation in preference elicitation methodologies and PRO development.
- Shape evidence generation strategies to support HTA (Health Technology Assessment) submissions and payer negotiations.
- Mentor and develop a team of professionals, fostering expertise in PRO and preference elicitation studies.
- Build and manage client relationships, contributing to business development via proposal preparation and thought leadership activities.
- Collaborate with other HEOR functions (e.g., health economic modelling, real-world evidence) to deliver integrated solutions.
Desired Skills and Experience
Essential
- Advanced degree (PhD or MSc) in Health Economics, Epidemiology, Medical Sciences, Psychology, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7–8 years of experience, with a strong track record in PRO and preference elicitation studies.
- Demonstrable expertise in designing and conducting:
- Qualitative research
- Quantitative research
- Studies for PRO and preference elicitation methodologies.
- Knowledge of:
- Utility measurement techniques
- Survey development
- Psychometric validation
- Strong statistical analysis and econometrics skill.
- Publication experience in peer-reviewed journals.
- Proven ability to manage projects, teams, and client relationships effectively.
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Desirable
- Experience with:
- Advanced statistical methods
- Survey platforms (e.g., Qualtrics)
- Coding languages (e.g., HTML, JavaScript)
- Familiarity with:
- HTA environments
- Global payer requirements
- Knowledge of innovative methodologies such as:
- Discrete choice experiments
- Best-worst scaling
- Experience in business development and client engagement, including:
- Proposal and pitch preparation
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation package (salary and performance bonus).
- Exceptional professional growth and promotion opportunities.
- Global, team-based working environment.
- Leadership & Development programs at key milestones.
- Comprehensive benefits, including:
- Paid time off
- Pension benefits
- Health and wellness support
- Hybrid working model (available for roles based in London or Newcastle).
**About Inizio Ignite |
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Core Offerings Include
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We thrive in a mission-driven organisation, where collaboration, empowerment, and meaning foster lasting impact in patient health. Discover a boutique-firm feel within a global enterprise, unlocking limitless career growth and specialisation opportunities.
An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we actively seek diverse, informed perspectives to enrich our work. If you believe you have the potential—even if requirements are not fully met—we invite you to apply. Your unique background could make you an outstanding fit for this role or others.
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