About the Role
In this pivotal role, you will collaborate with regional access leads to anticipate the evidence needs of Health Technology Assessment (HTA) stakeholders across Europe. You will work closely with internal cross-functional teams to gather and synthesize evidence for EU HTA-related projects, including PICO surveys and data consolidation. Your expertise will support the development of market access strategies and clinical development plans for Takeda’s oncology portfolio, specifically targeting evidence needs for HTA/payer stakeholders in Europe and Canada.
- Co-lead the preparation and submission of European Union Health Technology Assessment (HTA) documents, ensuring alignment with EU Joint HTA guidelines and processes.
- Promote Takeda’s values by fostering collaboration with cross-functional and global/region/local partners to enhance awareness and adoption of EU HTA evidence requirements.
How You Will Contribute
- Collaborate with the EUCAN Access Lead to co-design high-quality HTA government submission dossiers for new oncology medicines.
- Partner with global and EUCAN PVA leads to ensure timely completion of comprehensive HTA and payer evidence requirement mapping through PICO simulations for assigned assets.
- Act as a key member of the Payer Value and Patient Access (PVPA) sub-team, representing joint EU HTA archetype evidence needs in various internal forums.
- In collaboration with the EUCAN Access Lead, co-lead Joint Scientific Consultations to gather feedback on clinical trial considerations.
- Serve as the primary contact for all JCA and JSC-related evidence topics for assigned priority assets, engaging closely with internal partners and relevant HTA Coordination Groups.
- Guide internal stakeholders on methodological requirements for EU HTA Regulation methods and procedures.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of EU HTA guidelines, methods, and processes, sharing relevant updates with internal teams.
- Understand trends and collaborations among national HTA/payers and regulatory agencies to provide strategic insights for global PVA initiatives.
Education, Behavioral Competencies, and Skills
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (MSc, PhD, MPH, MPP, MBA) preferred.
- A minimum of 6 years of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry or healthcare consulting.
- A minimum of 4 years of experience in market access, health economics, pricing, health policy, outcomes research, or consulting, demonstrating increasing responsibility.
- Strong understanding of the EU payer and HTA environment, including HTA trends and reimbursement guidance.
- Excellent verbal and written communication, presentation, and influence skills, with a capability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
- Experience managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders, and the ability to thrive under pressure.
- Comprehensive knowledge of drug development processes and familiarity with global pharmaceutical teams.
- Proven ability to navigate ambiguity and manage constraints in discussions to drive optimal HTA submission deliverables.
- Expertise in framing HTA strategies, converting evidence into clear value messages, and building partnerships with various organizations.
- Hands-on experience in health technology assessment tools, value materials, and clinical insight elicitation methods.
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced degree (MSc, PhD, MPH, MPP, MBA).
- Degree or certificate in health economics or economic evaluations.
- Previous experience in oncology.
- Experience in an above-country role (regional or global).
- Direct experience leading national HTA submissions or early scientific advice with an HTA or regulatory agency is a plus.
Travel Requirements
Up to 20% domestic and/or international travel may be required.
Additional Information
- Experience assessing evidence needs for major HTA/payer stakeholders from EU5 and/or Canada.
- Strong collaboration and communication skills, with a proven ability to excel in matrix environments.
- Experience in internal stakeholder management with a solutions-oriented mindset.
- Solid understanding of the clinical development process.
Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.