Health Outcomes Scientist (18 Month Contract)

The Health Economics & Outcomes Research (HEOR) Team is seeking to fill a 18 month contract position for a Health Outcomes Scientist. This position will primarily support the GSK Vaccines therapy area but may support other GSK medicines/vaccines as needed. Health Outcomes Scientists are members of cross-functional teams (Medical Affairs, Government Affairs and Market Access, Regulatory, Marketing) and are responsible for designing and executing real world evidence and outcomes research to address data gaps relevant to reimbursement, access, and medical strategy in Canada. We are looking for a bright, analytical, decisive, and articulate team player with a passion for quantitative health research and enthusiasm to learn new skills. If you thrive in a quick paced, deadline driven, intellectually stimulating environment, we invite you to apply to our exciting and rewarding role and join the GSK mission to help patients do more, feel better and live longer. Responsibilities This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career. These responsibilities include some of the following: Lead, design, and oversee the real-world evidence and outcomes research program to address data gaps relevant to reimbursement submissions and market access, and to the launch of our innovative assets. Lead, design and adapt health economic models for submission to Canadian HTA bodies and payers. Disseminate research findings through national and international conference presentations and submission of peer reviewed manuscripts within high impact journals. Collaborate with local and global GSK colleagues to define data gaps and develop evidence generation strategies to close these gaps. Provide expert consultation to cross functional team members on study design, statistical analysis, and potential impacts of new research. Support complex decision making and strategic planning across the therapeutic area-specific portfolio. Influence the global research program to address Canadian research needs, where appropriate. Cultivate relationships with external experts in outcomes research and explore ongoing opportunities for collaboration Why You? Work arrangement This role is hybrid in our Mississauga office. Expect regular time in the office (typically 2–3 days per week) with flexibility for remote work when appropriate. Basic Qualifications We are seeking professionals with the following required skills and qualifications to help us achieve our goals: Masters and/or Ph.D. in a field related to health economics and outcomes research, epidemiology, public health, or biostatistics. Experience leading epidemiologic, health outcomes, or real-world observational research in Canada. Knowledge of health technology assessment processes and requirements in Canada. Experience with biostatistical methods, systematic reviews and meta-analyses. Knowledge of administrative and other Canadian databases that may be applied to address research questions relevant to GSK would be an asset Strong project management skills. Strong written, verbal, and oral presentation skills. Preferred Qualifications If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus: Past research experience in Vaccines Experience interacting with HTA bodies, payers, and external stakeholders on evidence generation or reimbursement topics Previous industry experience How to apply If you want to help shape evidence that improves patient access, we encourage you to apply. Tell us how your skills and experience match the role and how you would contribute to our mission of uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to inclusion in our teams. #LI-Hybrid Skills Cross-Functional Leadership, Digital Fluency, Enterprise Thinking, Evidence Based Decision Making, Flexible Mindset, High Impact Communication, Launch Excellence, Patient Journey In compliance with Ontario's provincial pay transparency legislation, this job posting includes a salary range to support equitable and informed hiring practices. The annual compensation for this role is CAD135,000 to CAD185,000 , determined based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity. GSK is dedicated to promoting transparency and fairness throughout our recruitment process.Salary ranges for other locations are shown because some markets have pay transparency laws that require salary information on job postings, and those locations are potential job sites for this role. If salary ranges are not displayed in the job posting for a specific location or country, the relevant compensation will be discussed during the recruitment process. Why GSK? Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases – to impact health at scale. People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people. GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law. GSK is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. If you need accommodation at any stage of the application process or want more information on our accommodation policies, please contact us at canada-recruitment@gsk.com. Please do not send resumes to this e-mail and instead apply through the online application process of this posting. Important notice to Employment businesses/ Agencies GSK does not accept referrals from employment businesses and/or employment agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site. All employment businesses/agencies are required to contact GSK's commercial and general procurement/human resources department to obtain prior written authorization before referring any candidates to GSK. The obtaining of prior written authorization is a condition precedent to any agreement (verbal or written) between the employment business/ agency and GSK. In the absence of such written authorization being obtained any actions undertaken by the employment business/agency shall be deemed to have been performed without the consent or contractual agreement of GSK. GSK shall therefore not be liable for any fees arising from such actions or any fees arising from any referrals by employment businesses/agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site. We are a global biopharma company with a special purpose – to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together – so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns – as an organisation where people can thrive. Getting ahead means preventing disease as well as treating it, and we aim to impact the health of 2.5 billion people around the world in the next 10 years. Our success absolutely depends on our people. While getting ahead of disease together is about our ambition for patients and shareholders, it’s also about making GSK a place where people can thrive. We want GSK to be a place where people feel inspired, encouraged and challenged to be the best they can be. A place where they can be themselves – feeling welcome, valued and included. Where they can keep growing and look after their wellbeing. So, if you share our ambition, join us at this exciting moment in our journey to get Ahead Together. Find out more on our career site.

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