As Vice President, Market Access, you will lead the design and implementation of a global strategy to ensure broad patient access to our therapies. You will define pricing models, shape reimbursement pathways, and develop payer engagement approaches that reflect the value of our products while supporting sustainable commercial success.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a global market access strategy encompassing pricing, reimbursement, and payer relations to support product launch and lifecycle growth
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build compelling value narratives and evidence plans that support market adoption
- Design pricing strategies grounded in health economics, market dynamics, and patient affordability
- Establish and manage relationships with public and private payers to secure favorable coverage decisions
- Oversee distribution and channel strategies to ensure compliant and efficient product delivery
- Align market access planning with clinical, medical, and commercial functions including HEOR, Regulatory, and Clinical Development
- Lead the creation of tools, support programs, and materials to facilitate payer decision-making and reimbursement
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and industry guidelines across all market access activities
- Build and mentor a high-performing team dedicated to innovation and strategic excellence
- Advise leadership and stakeholders on access barriers, policy shifts, and strategic opportunities
Qualifications
Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in Business, Health Economics, Public Health, or a related discipline, with at least 15 years of experience in market access, pricing, or reimbursement within biotechnology or pharmaceuticals—including 7 years in a leadership capacity. Experience launching first-in-class therapies in rare or specialty disease areas is essential. Deep understanding of U.S. and international payer systems, health economics, and outcomes research is required. Strong strategic, analytical, and communication skills are critical, along with a proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives.
An MBA, MPH, or other advanced degree is highly preferred. This position supports hybrid work arrangements, with flexibility for remote work within the U.S., though proximity to the San Francisco Bay Area is advantageous. The company offers competitive compensation, equity participation, comprehensive health benefits, retirement plans, and programs that support work-life balance.
