Senior Health Economics Researcher

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

 

At Optum Life Sciences, we connect data, ideas, and the broader healthcare ecosystem to catalyze innovation and impact. We empower life sciences organizations to generate trusted, actionable evidence that demonstrates the real-world value of therapies and interventions. As an organization that counts among its customers most of the top 20 biopharmaceutical companies in the world, Optum Value and Evidence Solutions (VES) has a world-class reputation in consulting, econometrics, and outcomes research. We offer access to some of the largest secondary data assets available for outcomes research and the resources of our parent company to drive unique data and research opportunities.

 

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Researcher, HEOR (Health Economics and Outcomes Research) to join our team. This role will lead the design, execution, and dissemination of multiple real-world evidence (RWE) and health economics studies.

 

You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead multiple HEOR studies to provide sound scientific leadership, research design and high-quality analysis 
• Successfully manage internal study teams and keep studies on timeline and within budget
• Design research studies
• Conduct or oversee study analyses 
• Interpret and communicate research findings to diverse audiences
• Disseminate study results via manuscripts, reports, and conference presentations 
• Manage client relationships to achieve repeat business and high client satisfaction rating
• Contribute substantially to HEOR business development 
• Stay abreast of and implement cutting edge techniques in outcomes research methodology
• Mentor and train new research staff as needed
• Contribute to continuing improvement in HEOR infrastructure and growth of the business

 

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications 

• 3+ years of research experience in the pharmaceutical industry, health economics or health outcomes research OR minimum 5+ years data driven research experience in another field
• 3+ years of experience in all aspects of research studies, including design development, project management and completion 
• Experience with secondary data assets for research: administrative claims databases or electronic medical record data
• Experience authoring research protocols or analysis plans and working with a technical team to operationalize
• Solid knowledge of real-world observational study design and advanced statistical methods
• Proven record of publications and presentations in HEOR or related fields
• Proven advanced written and oral communications skills
• Proven solid interpersonal savvy and the ability to build relationships both internally and with external customers 

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Proven solid attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality research
• Proven passion, dedication and energy, commitment to high standards and core values, and an entrepreneurial spirit
• Proven curious mind and be internally motivated to achieve excellence.  We are seeking smart people who thrive on helping customers solve complex challenges
• Proven excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information to diverse audiences

 

Travel Requirements:

• 1 – 3 trips to customers and/or conferences annually – domestically within the United States

 

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.

 

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $110,200 to $188,800 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

 

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

 

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes – an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

 

 

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

 

UnitedHealth Group is a drug – free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.