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Data Scientist (Health Economist)

Data Scientist (Health Economist)

TELUSMontreal, QC, Canada
11 days ago
Salary
CA$102,000.00–CA$154,000.00 yearly
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Location : Montréal, QC, CA, H3B 1S6 Toronto, ON, CA Ottawa, ON, CA

Req ID : 45280

Jobs by Category : Health

Job Function : Health Solutions

Status : Full Time

Schedule : Regular

Description

Join our team

As a key member of our Pharmacy Consulting team under the Payor & Provider Solutions team, you will support the advancement of the pharma engagement strategy.

We are seeking a highly skilled Health economist to join our team, who is a highly motivated self-starter with an engaging and driven personality. In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the execution of health technology assessments of new drugs and indications from a private payor lens, the Product Listing Agreements (PLA) strategy execution, and support the market access consulting program. You will work closely with the Pharma engagement lead and the pharmacy consulting team to support program delivery for PLA, drug review and market access consulting programs.

Responsibilities

  • Perform economic analysis for health technology assessments of new drugs and indications to support the enhanced drug review program
  • Provide subject matter expertise in health technology assessment from private payor lens for execution of market access consulting program
  • Support the negotiation of product list agreements with pharmaceutical manufacturers, ensuring mutually beneficial terms and conditions, in collaboration with the Pharma engagement lead
  • Navigate complex negotiations for product list agreements to drive value for private payor clients
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders within pharmaceutical companies and carrier clients
  • Collaborate with internal teams to develop compelling value propositions and customized solutions for pharmaceutical partners
  • Conduct market research and analysis to identify target areas for negotiations, market trends, competitor activities, and potential growth opportunities
  • Stay up-to-date with industry developments, regulatory changes, and emerging pharmaceutical products
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, legal, and operations
  • Consistently deliver high quality work, meeting internal quality expectation and receiving high satisfaction rates

You’re the missing piece of the puzzle, if you

  • Love meeting new people and making connections
  • Are a recognized influencer with the ability to bring forward ideas and captivate your audience
  • Possess strong business acumen, strategic and critical thinking capabilities
  • Are noted for your adaptability and resilience
  • Have strong time-management and organizational skills
  • Are highly motivated, creative, and self-sufficient
  • Have solid understanding of pharmacy benefit and pharmaceutical landscapes
  • Have experience performing health technology assessments from a private payor perspective
  • Can take initiative in troubleshooting

    • Qualifications

  • Advanced degree in Health economics
  • Pharmacy degree, an asset.
  • 5+ years of experience in a related Pharmaceutical, Pharmacy benefit management or insurer role
  • Strong understanding of the pharmaceutical landscape, including knowledge and experience with private payor health technology assessments
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
  • Self-motivated and results-oriented
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

    • Advanced knowledge of English is required, as you will interact in English with external and internal parties.

    Salary and Benefits

    Salary Range : $102,000-$154,000

    Performance Bonus or Sales Incentive Plan : 15%

    Actual total compensation will be determined based on factors such as knowledge, skills, performance, experience and location. Additionally, TELUS offers rewarding benefits, which may vary per job function, such as :

  • Comprehensive total rewards package highlighting competitive salary and bonus structures
  • Flexibility to work in-office, virtually or a combination of both
  • Generous company matched pension and share purchase programs
  • Career growth and learning & development opportunities
  • And much more …

    • A bit about us

    We’re a people-focused, customer-first, purpose-driven team who works together every day to innovate and do good. We improve lives through our technology solutions and foster a culture of innovation.

    TELUS Health is an IT leader in Canada that focuses on the health sector. Our mission is to improve the way information is used along the continuum of care.

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