Murat Kurt
About Murat Kurt
Murat Kurt is the Worldwide HEOR, Economic & Predictive Modeling Lead at Bristol-Myers Squibb, with extensive experience in health economics and outcomes research.
Current Role at Bristol-Myers Squibb
Murat Kurt is currently serving as the Worldwide HEOR, Economic & Predictive Modeling Lead at Bristol-Myers Squibb in Princeton, New Jersey. Since June 2018, he has been leading the Economic & Predictive Modeling team, leveraging his extensive experience in health economics and outcomes research (HEOR). His role involves spearheading economic models and predictive analytics to support decision-making processes and strategic planning at Bristol-Myers Squibb.
Previous Experience at Merck
Before his current role, Murat Kurt worked as a Senior Scientist at Merck from 2015 to 2018 in North Wales, Pennsylvania. During his three years at Merck, he focused on advanced predictive modeling techniques, contributing to significant projects within the company. His work at Merck involved developing and implementing economic models to enhance research outcomes and support business decisions.
Academic Career at University at Buffalo
Murat Kurt served as an Assistant Professor at the University at Buffalo (UB) from 2011 to 2015. During his four years at UB, located in Buffalo, New York, he was deeply involved in mentoring students and conducting research in health economics. His academic role allowed him to contribute to the field through both teaching and research, fostering the next generation of health economists.
Educational Background
Murat Kurt has a rich educational background that includes a Bachelor of Science (BS) from Boğaziçi University and a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) from the University of Pittsburgh. His Ph.D. focused on health economics, providing a strong foundation for his subsequent roles in both academia and industry. This academic training equipped him with the theoretical and practical knowledge necessary for his expertise in health economics and predictive modeling.
Expertise in Health Economics and Predictive Modeling
Murat Kurt possesses extensive expertise in health economics and predictive modeling. His robust background spans both industry and academia, providing him with a unique perspective in his field. At Bristol-Myers Squibb, he applies this expertise to lead the Economic & Predictive Modeling team, developing models that support strategic decisions. His previous roles at Merck and the University at Buffalo further solidified his skills in predictive analytics and health economics research.