Associate Director, HEOR, GAMA

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR) strategies to support product value demonstration and market access objectives.

• Collaborate cross‑functionally with global teams, medical, and marketing teams to ensure aligned evidence generation plans and impactful value communication.

• Oversee the design, implementation, and communication of health economic models and outcomes research studies to support NRDL & Social Medical Insurance application and policy advocacy.

• Build and strengthen relationships with key external stakeholders, including academic experts, health economists, etc.

• Ensure HEOR activities adhere to scientific, ethical, and compliance standards.

Qualifications

• Master’s or above degree in health-related research fields (e.g., public health, epidemiology, health economics, biostatistics, medical, pharmacy) with at least 8 years of related research experience

• Demonstrated experience supporting NRDL submissions or major reimbursement processes.

• Solid client management skills and an established customer network within the healthcare or research ecosystem.

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and effectively operate in a fast‑paced, cross‑time‑zone environment.

• Excellent organizational and communication skills, both written and oral (both in Chinese and English)

Required Skills:

Client Orientation, Data Management, Epidemiology, Health Economics, Market Access, Multi-Management, Outcomes Research, Public Health, Reimbursement, Scientific Research, Stakeholder Relationship Management, Standards Compliance, Strategic Planning

Preferred Skills:

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

n/a

Job Posting End Date:

07/31/2026

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