Global Health Economics & Outcomes Research Lead
Quick Summary
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare,
What We Offer
~1 min readThe Global Health Economics & Outcomes Research (HEOR) Lead will
work on site daily from our Lake Forest, IL location in the Infectious Disease Business Unit in Abbott Diagnostics. This position reports to the Head of Value, Access, & Outcomes within the Medical & Scientific Affairs organization.
We’re empowering smarter medical and economic decision-making to help transform the way people manage their health at all stages of life. Every day, more than 10 million tests are run on Abbott’s diagnostics instruments, providing lab results for millions of people.
$129,300.00 – $258,700.00In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
Define and lead the global HEOR and RWE strategy aligned with business priorities across pipeline and on-market diagnostic products
Ensure early integration of HEOR into product development, clinical strategy, and lifecycle management
Leads the design and execution of HEOR evidence generation, including real-world evidence studies, health economic modeling, and outcomes research such as workflow efficiency, healthcare resource utilization, and patient-reported outcomes
Integrate clinical and operational outcomes into evidence strategies to demonstrate real-world impact
Lead evidence synthesis activities, including systematic literature reviews, meta-analyses, and indirect treatment comparisons
Evaluate existing evidence generation assets (e.g., economic models) to assess methodological rigor and identify opportunities for enhancement across the product lifecycle
Translate model outputs into stakeholder-ready insights, incorporating market feedback to refine analyses, and ensure relevance for access decision-making
Partner with Market Access, Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, Regulatory, Marketing, and Commercial teams to ensure alignment of evidence strategy with product objectives
Engage external stakeholders, including key opinion leaders, payers, and academic partners, to inform evidence strategies and ensure relevance
Lead and collaborate with external vendors to deliver high-quality, evidence-based studies and models
Lead HEOR publication strategy, including congress presentations and peer-reviewed manuscripts
Ensure timely dissemination of evidence to internal and external stakeholders
Translate complex HEOR findings into clear, actionable insights for cross-functional teams
Requirements
~1 min readAdvanced degree in health economics or related discipline
Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience with a master’s degree.
Minimum 10 years in HEOR, Market Access, or health policy within pharma, MedTech, consulting, or CRO, with demonstrated success in influencing global payer decision-making
Proven leadership in designing, implementing, and publishing HEOR/RWE studies and economic models that shaped reimbursement or access outcomes
Deep understanding of HTA processes, payer evidence requirements, and healthcare financing systems globally (US, EU, and beyond)
Strong record of external engagement (HTA, payer advisory boards, academic partnerships, scientific congresses)
Experience leading cross-functional and international projects • Excellent communication and influencing skills with senior internal and external stakeholders
PhD with strong focus in Health Economics or similar.
At least 10 years of experience in pharmaceuticals, medical devices, diagnostics, or point-of-care diagnostics, with strong knowledge of the healthcare industry
Diagnostics and/or medical device experience
Demonstrated expertise in health economic modeling, scientific analytics, and evidence generation
Results-oriented with excellent project management and organization
Experience working globally across diverse markets
Proven leadership skills with ability to influence in a complex, matrixed organization
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Intellectual agility and ability to navigate ambiguity
High degree of professionalism and integrity
Infectious Diseases experience
Track record of peer-reviewed publications
Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.
EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf
EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf
Location & Eligibility
Listing Details
- Posted
- September 22, 2026
- First seen
- September 26, 2026
- Last seen
- September 28, 2026
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- Days active
- 1
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 33%
- Scored at
- September 28, 2026
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