Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals Inc. Posted July 31, 2026

Associate Director, Health Economics and Outcomes Research & Real-World Evidence

Cambridge (US), United States Full time
Medical Affairs Associate Director

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About this opportunity

Title:

Associate Director, Health Economics and Outcomes Research & Real-World Evidence

Company:

Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals Inc.

About Ipsen:

Ipsen is a mid-sized global biopharmaceutical company with a focus on transformative medicines in three therapeutic areas: Oncology, Rare Disease and Neuroscience. Supported by nearly 100 years of development experience, with global hubs in the U.S., France and the U.K, we tackle areas of high unmet medical need through research and innovation.

Our passionate teams in more than 40 countries are focused on what matters and endeavor every day to bring medicines to patients in 88 countries. We build a workplace that champions human-centric leadership and fosters a culture of collaboration, excellence and impact. At Ipsen, every individual is empowered to be their true selves, grow and thrive alongside the company’s success. Join us on our journey towards sustainable growth, creating real impact on patients and society!

For more information, visit us at https://www.ipsen.com/   and follow our latest news on LinkedIn and Instagram .

Job Description:

WHAT - Summary & Purpose of the Position

The Associate Director, US Health Economics and Outcomes Research & Real-World Evidence (HEOR & RWE) will help develop real-world and economic evidence generation strategies to describe the impact of our products for healthcare providers, population-health decision makers, and other external stakeholders to support appropriate access to Ipsen medicines and improve population-health for the assigned Therapeutic Area.

The Associate Director of US HEOR & RWE will ensure scientific rigor in the design and conduct of US HEOR & RWE studies and the effective communication of results to both internal and external audiences, including scientific exchange through publications. The Associate Director, US HEOR & RWE will also work cross-functionally to ensure that US HEOR & RWE plans are strategically aligned across the organization, including Brand Marketing, Medical Affairs, Value & Access, Global RWE, and Global HEOR.

Additionally, the Associate Director, US HEOR & RWE will support field team engagements by developing field team resources and by training field teams.

WHAT - Main Responsibilities & Technical Competencies

Play a central role in driving effective cross-functional collaboration and development of US HEOR & RWE evidence generation strategies in alignment to medical and commercial strategy.

Provide input into Integrated Evidence Generation Plans to ensure US needs are represented.

Lead the design, conduct and dissemination of methodologically rigorous US HEOR & RWE studies and projects, in collaboration with internal and external partners, to further the evidence base on the real-world clinical, humanistic, and economic impact of Ipsen products.

Lead the development of materials, including AMCP dossiers, budget impact models, and value communication resources to support customer engagements.

Train customer-facing teams, such as US Medical Value Liaison (MVL), Value and Access, and MSL colleagues, on value communication resources to support customer engagements.

Support meetings with key external customers through participation in meetings or presenting approved value communication resources to customers as needed.

Track budgets and timelines and ensure appropriate processes are followed for internal approval and execution of US HEOR & RWE projects.

Comply with all regulatory laws, regulations and policies that govern the conduct of Ipsen.

Stay informed on the latest methodological advances that expand and enhance HEOR research.

HOW - Knowledge & Experience

Knowledge & Experience (essential):

Minimum of 3–5 years of relevant experience in Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR) or Real-World Evidence (RWE)

Proven experience presenting HEOR or RWE research to external audiences, including at scientific conferences or in field-based roles.

Demonstrated ability to thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments while maintaining flexibility and adaptability.

Proactive and collaborative mindset with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with key internal and external stakeholders to develop realistic plans and recommendations.

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a strong ability to convey complex information clearly, concisely and effectively.

Detail-oriented with strong organizational and project management capabilities.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams, as well as with external partners and vendors.

Broad understanding of the US healthcare reimbursement systems.

Willingness and ability to travel approximately 20–30% of the time.

Education / Certifications (essential):

Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MS, MPH) in Health Services Research, Health Economics, Epidemiology, Public Health, Pharmacy, or a related field is required.

Language(s) (essential):

Fluent in English

Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, sexual identity, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, Inc. conducts background screening, reference checks, and drug testing as part of its pre-employment screening process. This description is not intended to be constructed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements for the position. This position may change or assume additional duties at any time.  The employee may be requested to perform different or additional duties as assigned.

All Employees are expected to adhere to all company policies and act as a role model for company values.

The annual base salary range for this position is $161,000-$235,000.

This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentives program as well as our long-term incentives program.

At Ipsen we are proud to offer a comprehensive employee benefits package, including 401(k) with company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, as well as flexible spending accounts. Ipsen also provides parental leave, paid time off, a discretionary winter shutdown, well-being allowance, commuter benefits, and much more.

The pay range displayed above is the range of base pay compensation within which Ipsen expects to pay for this role at the time of this posting. Individual compensation within this range depends on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, prior education and experience, job-related knowledge and demonstrated skills.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels heard, valued, and supported; where we embrace “The Real Us”. The value we place on different perspectives and experiences drives our commitment to inclusion and equal opportunities. When we include diverse ways of thinking, we make more thoughtful decisions and discover more innovative solutions. Together we strive to better understand the communities we serve. This means we also want to help you perform at your best when applying for a role with us. If you require any adjustments or support during the application process, please let the recruitment team know. This information will be handled with care and will not affect the outcome of your application. Ipsen is an equal opportunity employer that strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job details

Seniority
Associate Director
Function
Medical Affairs
Therapeutic area
Not listed
Location
Cambridge (US), United States
Employment type
Full time

How this role compares

Computed from every other active Medical Affairs role in our database, not just this employer's listings.

We currently track 357 comparable Associate Director Medical Affairs roles across 91 biopharma companies.

357Comparable roles tracked
334Currently active
91Companies hiring similar roles
35Countries represented

Salary context

74 of 357 peers report a salary range (USD, annualized)

Peers share this role's job function and a matching or adjacent seniority level -- not necessarily the same therapeutic area or country.

This roleSubject $161,000/yr – $235,000/yr
Lowest disclosed · Manager, Medical Operations · Merck KGaA $92,900/yr – $139,300/yr
Peer group range $116,100 – $322,000 (median $188,788)

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United States121
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Germany25
India22
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Seniority mix

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Manager156
Senior143
Associate Director58

Therapeutic area mix

125 of 357 peers have a known therapeutic area; the rest are genuinely unlabeled, not hidden

Oncology48
Immunology19
Dermatology & Aesthetics13
Rare Disease12
Neuroscience8
Cardiovascular / CVRM7
Gastroenterology7
Vaccines & Infectious Disease6
Respiratory4
Ophthalmology1

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