Research Scientist (Health Economic Modeling)

TL;DR

Research Scientist (Health Economic Modeling): Developing cost-effectiveness and budget impact models for pharma and biotech clients with an accent on evidence synthesis and decision modeling. Focus on programming economic models in Excel/VBA and interpreting findings to support HTA submissions and payer decisions.

Location: Remote (United States or Canada)

Salary: $84,000 - $110,000 USD

Company

hirify.global is a specialized HEOR organization providing innovative health economic and evidence synthesis services to pharmaceutical and biotech clients.

What you will do

• Develop cost-effectiveness and budget impact models to support HTA submissions and payer decisions.
• Perform targeted literature reviews to identify and summarize model inputs and methodologies.
• Program, parameterize, and validate economic models using Microsoft Excel and VBA.
• Create client-ready deliverables including model protocols, technical reports, and peer-reviewed publications.
• Communicate study results and findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaborate with senior leads to conceptualize model design and manage project timelines.

Requirements

• 2-4 years of professional experience in HEOR, ideally in consulting for pharma or biotech clients.
• Master's degree in health economics, public policy, epidemiology, biostatistics, public health, or a related science.
• Must be based in the United States or Canada.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Visual Basic for Applications (VBA).
• Strong oral and written communication skills for client management and documentation.

Nice to have

• PhD in health services research or a related scientific field.
• Proficiency in R or R Shiny.
• A track record of peer-reviewed publications.

Culture & Benefits

• Dynamic start-up environment within a well-funded global organization.
• Opportunity to work with visionary leaders in the HEOR field.
• Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement savings, and disability insurance.
• Paid time off for vacation and sick leave, plus parental leave.
• Support for professional growth and tackling complex methodological challenges.