Position SummaryYou will lead health technology assessment (HTA) and evidence synthesis activities to support access and reimbursement in Japan. You will work with cross-functional colleagues in market access, clinical development, regulatory, and global HEOR teams. We value scientific rigour, clear communication, collaboration, and practical problem solving. This role offers visible impact, professional growth, and the chance to shape evidence that improves patient access. Join us to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.ResponsibilitiesThis role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career. These responsibilities include some of the following:- Lead and deliver evidence synthesis projects, including systematic literature reviews, targeted reviews, and meta-analyses to support HTA and economic models.- Manage development and submission of Japan HTA dossiers, aligning strategy with internal stakeholders and local requirements.- Design and oversee health economic analyses and support pricing and cost-effectiveness discussions.- Coordinate cross-functional teams and external vendors to deliver studies on time, on budget, and to quality standards.- Monitor HTA policy and stakeholder landscape in Japan and translate insights into proactive evidence plans.- Prepare clear, concise outputs for internal and external audiences, including technical reports, presentations and manuscripts.Why You?Basic QualificationWe are seeking professionals with the following required skills and qualifications to help us achieve our goals- Master’s degree or higher in health economics, pharmacoepidemiology, public health, epidemiology, biostatistics, pharmacy, or related discipline.- At least 3 years of relevant experience in HEOR, HTA submissions, real-world evidence, or market access in Japan.- Demonstrated experience in conducting evidence synthesis (SLRs, meta-analysis) and applying results to HTA and models.- Practical knowledge of Japan healthcare, reimbursement and HTA processes.- Strong project management skills, including managing timelines, budgets, vendors and multiple stakeholders.- Fluent Japanese and strong English communication skills, written and verbal.Preferred QualificationIf you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus- PhD or advanced research experience in health economics, pharmacoepidemiology or related fields.- Experience developing and adapting health economic models for HTA submissions.- Familiarity with Japanese pricing rules and local HTA frameworks.- Track record of publications or conference presentations in HEOR or real-world evidence.- Experience building relationships with HTA bodies, clinical experts, and payer advisors.- Experience working in a matrixed, global environment across local and regional teams.Working arrangementThis role is hybrid, based in Japan with a mix of office and remote work. Occasional travel within Japan and regionally may be required.What success looks like in this role- High-quality HTA submissions delivered on schedule and aligned to strategy.- Clear, actionable evidence plans that address payer needs and reduce uncertainty.- Strong cross-functional partnerships and effective management of external vendors.- Evidence outputs that support favourable access decisions and patient impact.Apply nowIf this role matches your skills and goals, we want to hear from you. Please apply and tell us how you would contribute to our team and help improve patient access in Japan. We welcome candidates from many backgrounds and encourage you to apply.
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.
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We embrace an agile working culture across our roles, so if flexibility is important to you please discuss opportunities with our hiring team. If you need any adjustments to the recruitment process to help you demonstrate your strengths and capabilities, contact [email protected]. Please note this email is for adjustment requests only; for other enquiries please use our standard contact channels.
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.
